Mechanicsburg, PA · Philadelphia, PA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Messiah University | University of the Arts | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 78.5% | 78.2% |
| In-State Tuition | $40,640 | $54,290 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $40,640 | $54,290 |
| Average Net Price | $18,795 | $26,878 |
| Graduation Rate | 78.0% | 69.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Both are competitive to get into. Messiah University accepts 78.5% of applicants; University of the Arts accepts 78.2%. Messiah University's tuition is $40,640. University of the Arts's is $54,290. Messiah University is cheaper. Messiah University graduates 78% of students in 6 years. University of the Arts graduates 69%.
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
University of the Arts. It accepts 78.2% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Messiah University has lower published tuition: $40,640 versus $54,290. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Messiah University: 78% of students finish in 6 years. University of the Arts is at 69%.
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.