Marian University-Ancilla
A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and students who want small classes and close faculty access. fewer than half of freshmen return for sophomore year. 61% of students receive Pell Grants — strong access mission.
About This School
Marian University-Ancilla is a private nonprofit institution located in Plymouth, Indiana with approximately 226 undergraduate students enrolled. Marian University-Ancilla has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 92%. The average net price after financial aid is $19,463 per year. Typical graduates earn $46,600 within 10 years of enrollment.
This school is best suited for students who need a highly accessible, small, faith-based environment and may not be ready — academically or personally — for a larger university setting, but the data raises some serious concerns that families should think through carefully before committing. The freshman retention rate of just 38% is the most important number here: it means that nearly two-thirds of students who start don't return for sophomore year, which signals real challenges with student fit, support, or satisfaction. On the financial side, the average net price of $19,463 per year is relatively modest for a private nonprofit, and median earnings of $46,600 a decade out are workable, though not exceptional given the $27,000 median debt at graduation. If you're drawn to the small community and Catholic mission, visit campus, talk honestly with current students about their experience, and ask the admissions office directly what's driving that retention rate and what support systems exist. This could be a genuine fit for the right student, but I'd treat those retention numbers as a flashing yellow light — not a dealbreaker, but something that deserves a real conversation before you enroll.
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Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.
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Cost & Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
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After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 1% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
Will This School Pay Off?
Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.
Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.
Student Body
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (226 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at Marian University-Ancilla?
Marian University-Ancilla has an acceptance rate of 92%, based on the most recent data from the U.S. Department of Education.
Is Marian University-Ancilla hard to get into?
Not especially. Marian University-Ancilla has an acceptance rate of 92%, so admissions are relatively accessible for applicants who meet the requirements.
How much does Marian University-Ancilla cost?
The average net price at Marian University-Ancilla is about $19,463 per year after grants and scholarships, based on federal data. Your actual cost depends on your family's finances and aid package.
Sources & Methodology
Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.
- Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
- Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
- Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
- Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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