Indianapolis, IN · Valparaiso, IN · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Marian University | Valparaiso University | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 95.3% | 92.2% |
| In-State Tuition | $39,100 | $46,588 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $39,100 | $46,588 |
| Average Net Price | $11,515 | $12,635 |
| Graduation Rate | 61.0% | 67.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Marian University accepts 95.3% of applicants. Valparaiso University accepts 92.2%. Marian University's tuition is $39,100. Valparaiso University's is $46,588. Marian University is cheaper. Marian University graduates 61% of students in 6 years. Valparaiso University graduates 67%.
Bottom Line
Both are solid options. Get the actual aid estimates from each school and compare them side by side. The averages above won't tell your specific story.
Source: IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
Valparaiso University. It accepts 92.2% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Marian University has lower published tuition: $39,100 versus $46,588. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Valparaiso University: 67% of students finish in 6 years. Marian University is at 61%.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.