Mechanicsburg, PA · Selinsgrove, PA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Messiah University | Susquehanna University | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 79.0% | 81.4% |
| In-State Tuition | $42,240 | $59,850 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $42,240 | $59,850 |
| Average Net Price | $29,408 | $26,444 |
| Graduation Rate | 75.0% | 82.0% |
| Total Enrollment | 3,373 | 2,255 |
| Student-Faculty Ratio | 12 | 13 |
GradFax Analysis
Messiah University accepts 79.0% of applicants. Susquehanna University accepts 81.4%. Messiah University's tuition is $42,240. Susquehanna University's is $59,850. Messiah University is cheaper. Messiah University graduates 75% of students in 6 years. Susquehanna University graduates 82%.
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
Messiah University. It accepts 79.0% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Susquehanna University, on average. After aid, students pay $26,444/year versus $29,408/year. Your number depends on your aid package.
Source: IPEDS
Susquehanna University: 82% of students finish in 6 years. Messiah University is at 75%.
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.