Arlington, VA · Virginia Beach, VA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Marymount University | Virginia Wesleyan University | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 80.5% | 71.3% |
| In-State Tuition | $39,050 | $36,960 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $39,050 | $36,960 |
| Average Net Price | $15,191 | $9,774 |
| Graduation Rate | 58.0% | 49.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Marymount University accepts 80.5% of applicants. Virginia Wesleyan University accepts 71.3%. Marymount University's tuition is $39,050. Virginia Wesleyan University's is $36,960. Virginia Wesleyan University is cheaper. Marymount University graduates 58% of students in 6 years. Virginia Wesleyan University graduates 49%.
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
Virginia Wesleyan University. It accepts 71.3% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Virginia Wesleyan University has lower published tuition: $36,960 versus $39,050. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Marymount University: 58% of students finish in 6 years. Virginia Wesleyan University is at 49%.
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.