Mars Hill, NC · Rocky Mount, NC · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Mars Hill University | North Carolina Wesleyan University | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 77.9% | 77.9% |
| In-State Tuition | $37,270 | $35,536 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $37,270 | $35,536 |
| Average Net Price | $7,616 | $12,635 |
| Graduation Rate | 42.0% | 40.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Both are competitive to get into. Mars Hill University accepts 77.9% of applicants; North Carolina Wesleyan University accepts 77.9%. Mars Hill University's tuition is $37,270. North Carolina Wesleyan University's is $35,536. North Carolina Wesleyan University is cheaper. Six-year graduation rates are close: 42% at Mars Hill University, 40% at North Carolina Wesleyan University.
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
North Carolina Wesleyan University. It accepts 77.9% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
North Carolina Wesleyan University has lower published tuition: $35,536 versus $37,270. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Mars Hill University: 42% of students finish in 6 years. North Carolina Wesleyan University is at 40%.
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.