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Moravian University

Bethlehem, PA·Private nonprofit·1,970 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want small classes and close faculty access. no major red flags in the data. solid earnings of $55,100 within 10 years; financial aid brings net price below sticker.

54%
Accept
1,970
Students
$29,843
Net Price
71%
Grad Rate
$55,100
Earnings
10 yr
$22,000
Debt

About This School

Moravian University is a private nonprofit institution located in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania with approximately 1,970 undergraduate students enrolled. Moravian University has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 54%. The average net price after financial aid is $29,843 per year. The graduation rate is 71%, and the typical graduate earns $55,100 within 10 years of enrollment.

Moravian University is a private university in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, United States. The institution traces its history to girls' and boys' schools opened in 1742 by Moravians, descendants of followers of the Bohemian Reformation under John Amos Comenius.

One of the oldest universities in the country, this small Bethlehem, PA school offers a genuinely personal experience with just under 2,000 undergrads and a manageable median debt of $22,000 at graduation. The numbers tell a mixed story, though — a 71% graduation rate and 81% freshman retention suggest a meaningful share of students don't finish or leave early, which is worth asking about directly. Worth considering if you want a tight-knit liberal arts environment and can confirm your specific program leads to outcomes above the $55,100 median earnings figure.

Founded
1742
Setting
Small city

Popular Programs

Health Professions34%
Business & Marketing15%
Social Sciences9%
Biological Sciences8%
Psychology8%
Visual & Performing Arts5%
English5%
Computer Science3%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

Florence Foster JenkinsJohn AndrettiWilliam Jacob HollandAndrew A. Humphreys

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average Composite1154
Reading 75th %ile630
Math 75th %ile600

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$52,000
Out-of-State Tuition
$52,000
Avg Net Price
$29,843
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants27%
Median debt at graduation$22,000

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
71%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
81%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$55,100
after enrollment
Median Debt
$22,000
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$22,000
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$42,600
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$55,100
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 2.5x

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

White66%
Black6%
Hispanic/Latino18%
Asian2%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (1,970 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Moravian University

1200 Main St

Bethlehem, PA 18018-6650

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Sources & Methodology

Data

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.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • 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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