Manchester University

Type	4 year, Private
Business Model	Non Profit
Campus locale	Town: Distant
Degrees offered	Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system	4-1-4

Student body size	Small
Common app member	Yes
Dormitory capacity	928
Religious affiliation	Anabaptists
Student to faculty ratio	14 to 1
Acceptance rate	76%
Students retention rate	59%
On-time graduation rate	55%

Located in North Manchester, Indiana, Manchester University is a private, non profit institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The university operates on a 4-1-4 calendar system, allowing students to engage in intensive study during the two shorter terms. This unique academic structure provides students with the opportunity to explore specialized areas of interest or complete internships, enhancing their overall educational experience.

The acceptance rate of 76% indicates that Manchester University is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

Manchester University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 14-to-1, Manchester University emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

The retention rate of students at Manchester University is 59% , which is lower than both the state and national averages. The state average retention rate in Indiana is 66%, while the national average is 74%. This indicates that a significant proportion of students who enroll at Manchester University do not continue their studies after the first year.

Accredited by: Higher Learning Commission
The institution provides on-campus housing
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Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

76.1%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$34,436

Cost of attendance at Manchester University in 2022 for students from Indiana.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Indiana's average	$8,887
National average	$30,235

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$34,436

Cost of attendance at Manchester University in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Indiana's average	$22,628
National average	$30,238

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 100 of freshman students at Manchester University received on average $26,358 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$26,358

	Students Receiving Aid		Average Amount	Total Amount
Pell Grant	190	54%	$5,095	$967,991
Other Federal Grant	190	54%	$5,860	$1,113,347
State Grant/Scholarships	165	47%	$7,172	$1,183,398
Institutional Grant/Scholarships	350	100%	$19,796	$6,928,613
Total Grant & Scholarships	350	100%	$26,358	$9,225,358

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Manchester University students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Manchester University students is 55.4%. Female students graduated at a rate of 59.5%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 50.6%.

55.4%

asian 62.5% 5 students
African American 41.9% 13 students
white 57.6% 175 students
unknown 66.7% 2 students
hispanic 42.3% 11 students
International Students 60.0% 6 students
Mixed Race 53.8% 7 students

Sport Conferences

Football Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference
Baseball Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference
Basketball Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference
Track and Cross Country Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference

Athletic Associations

National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Service Offerings

Manchester University provides the following additional services to its students

Placement services for graduates
Academic/career counseling services
Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Manchester University offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.

Academic

Special Learning Opportunities

Study abroad
Teacher certification

Veteran Services

Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)

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