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Private Nonprofit4-year

Mount Marty University

Yankton, South Dakota Β· Town: RemoteOfficial Website β†—

#405
Nationally
#1
In South Dakota
48%
Acceptance Rate
Nat'l avg 70%
$30,250
Annual Tuition
per year
60%
6-Year Grad Rate
Nat'l avg 63%
1,096
Undergrad Enrollment
1,000–4,999
Overall Score & Rankings
57/100
Good
#405 nationally
#1 in South Dakota
πŸŽ“Graduation Outcomes60
πŸ’°Affordability59
🎯Selectivity43
πŸ“šAcademic Environment66
πŸ”¬Program Breadth56

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology β†’

Mount Marty University is a private nonprofit four-year university located in Yankton, South Dakota. With 1,096 undergraduate students enrolled and an acceptance rate of 48%, the institution is considered selective. Annual tuition is $30,250, significantly below average for private colleges. Families earning under $30,000 a year pay an average net price of $20,480 after grants and scholarships β€” reflecting aid availability at the institution. The six-year graduation rate is 60%, which is good compared to the national average of 63%.

Admissions
Acceptance Rate48%↑ Above avg
National avg: 70%
1,290
Applied
621
Admitted
163
Enrolled
ACT Score Range (Middle 50%)19 – 24
Cost & Financial Aid
Annual Tuition$30,250/yr
Room & Board$10,500/yr
Total Cost of Attendance$43,600/yr
Tuition vs National Avg$30,250↑ Above avg
National avg: $38,768
Net Price After Aid by Family Income

Average annual net price after grants & scholarships, by family income

$0 – $30,000$20,480
$30,001 – $48,000$18,379
$48,001 – $75,000$19,948
$75,001 – $110,000$21,968
Over $110,000$23,145
Graduation Outcomes
6-Year Graduation Rate60%↓ Below avg
National avg: 63%

The six-year graduation rate measures students who earn their degree within 150% of normal time (6 years for a 4-year program). It is the federal standard for comparing outcomes across institutions.

Student Body
1,096
Total Undergrads
49% F / 51% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 75%
Hispanic 6%
Black 5%
Asian 1%
Two or more 4%
International 4%
Native / Other 2%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • βœ“Tuition ($30,250/yr) is well below the national average for private nonprofit colleges
  • βœ“Small campus environment (1,096 students) β€” more personal attention and close-knit community
Consider
  • Β·Net price for families earning under $30K is $20,480/yr β€” explore all aid options before applying
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for students who prefer smaller class sizes and closer faculty relationships.

Institution Profile
Type4-year
ControlPrivate Nonprofit
LocationYankton, South Dakota
SettingTown: Remote
Size1,000–4,999
Affordability Spotlight
$20,480
avg net price/yr for families earning under $30K

Net price is what you actually pay after grants and scholarships β€” not the sticker price. File the FAFSA every year to maximize your aid package.

State Ranking
#1
in South Dakota out of 7+ colleges
#405
nationally
Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.