Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
96.46%
SAT Average
1,051
ACT Range
18-24
Marshall University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 96.46%. This means approximately 965 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 7,149 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
96.46%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Higher Learning Commission | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $8,942 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $20,294 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $21,299 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $8,327 | State avg: $10,497. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 37.84% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 45.34% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Marshall University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$20,294
Room and board
$12,852
Books and supplies
$1,100
Other expenses
$2,400
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$21,299
Average net price
$8,327
Average aid coverage
61%
$12,972 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Marshall University pays approximately $8,327 per year after grants and aid. This is below the West Virginia average of $10,497 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Marshall University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to West Virginia and national averages.
Marshall University net price
$8,327
West Virginia average
$10,497
National average
$17,506
Marshall University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $20,294 and average net price at $8,327. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$20,294
Current net price
$8,327
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
48.69%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$46,354
Undergraduates
7,149
10-Year Median Earnings - Marshall University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Marshall University graduates earn about 1.1x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Marshall University?
Undergraduates
7,149
Completion rate
48.69%
Below national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
37.84%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
45.34%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 37.84% of Marshall University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 45.34% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Marshall University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Marshall University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Marshall University lists Higher Learning Commission as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Marshall University is listed at 1 John Marshall Dr, Huntington, WV 25755. Accreditor: Higher Learning Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare Marshall University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marshall University | 96.46% | $20,294 | $8,327 | $46,354 |
| West Virginia University Hospital Departments of Rad Tech and Nutrition | Not available | Not available | Not available | $69,666 |
| Wheeling University | 75.18% | $29,475 | $19,040 | $57,949 |
| Potomac State College of West Virginia University | Not available | $12,624 | $7,403 | $55,939 |
| West Virginia University | 86.26% | $27,360 | $12,997 | $55,939 |
Similar Schools in Huntington
This local cluster focuses on nearby Huntington schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Huntington.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marshall University's acceptance rate?
Marshall University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 96.46%.
How much is Marshall University tuition?
Marshall University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $20,294.
What is Marshall University's average net price?
Marshall University's average net price in the local dataset is $8,327.
What is Marshall University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $46,354 for Marshall University.
Is Marshall University accredited?
Marshall University's accreditor in the local dataset is Higher Learning Commission.
How many students attend Marshall University?
The local dataset lists 7,149 undergraduate students at Marshall University.
What percentage of Marshall University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Marshall University in the local dataset is 37.84%.
What is the federal loan rate at Marshall University?
The federal loan rate for Marshall University in the local dataset is 45.34%.
Where should I verify Marshall University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Marshall University or the latest official federal education data.