Marquette University
Founded in 1881, Marquette University is a Jesuit Catholic institution in Milwaukee. Marquette is home to 11 colleges and schools conferring undergraduate and graduate degrees. The university is also home to a number of academic centers and institutes, including the Les Aspin Center for Government, the Kohler Center for Entrepreneurship, and the Northwestern Mutual Data Science Institute. For sports fans, Marquette fields 14 men’s and women’s Division I athletic teams in the Big East conference.
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Private
- Not for Profit
- Roman Catholic
- Coed
Need Aware
This school may consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Major city
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Important Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Early Action Acceptance is not binding, but student will receive admissions decision earlier. | November 15 | |
| Fall Regular Decision | August 10 | May 1 |
Admitted Student Stats
30%
Submitting ACT
17%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 27
Average SAT Composite: 1255
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Doctorate
Total Number of Students
11,167
Total Number of Undergrads
7,528
Classroom Sizes
0
100
67%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
84%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
13:1
US National: 21:1Tuition, Cost & Aid
Key Financial Stats
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $48,700 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $48,700 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $15,740 |
| Books and Supplies | $720 |
Aid & Grants
0
100
84%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
20%
Average Aid Per Year
$29,102
20%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$3,538
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$26,085
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
44%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$9,058
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$20,686
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$234
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Student Organizations
300
Size of Town
Major city
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
Yes
On Campus Women's Center
No
Housing
0
100
54%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Golden Eagles
School Colors
blue and gold
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Not applicable
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Top 5 Cities
Milwaukee
Chicago
Minneapolis
New York
Washington
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$70,700
What Students Are Saying
Marquette has a very nice atmosphere that makes it feel like a small school but is big enough to be social. The academic rigor is high, I would recommend it to all health science majors. The opportunities here are endless and the school is very well connected with the surrounding community.
Christine from Chicago, IL
Marquette is a well-rounded university and it is a joy to go here. I know at MU, I will get a great education and become a better person as a whole. They have all the qualities I was looking for, and more!
Kara from Palatine, IL
Everyone at Marquette is really friendly which makes the transition in very easy. There are so many opportunities to join clubs and be a part of the Milwaukee community. Also, the faculty really cares about your future and success and they are eager to help you reach your goals.
Monika from Village Of Lakewood, IL
What you get out of Marquette is really all about what you want. It has something for everyone, all it takes is finding your place (which is what college is all about, am I right?). Whatever your interest is, be it performing arts, sports, academics, clubs and organizations, or just meeting new people and doing new things, you will find all that and more here.
McKenna from Fargo, ND
Marquette University has an amazing campus and is full of intelligent person. After researching this university I think many people will be able to fit right in. Overall Marquette seems like an great choice for prospective students.
Khari from Philadelphia, PA
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