Madonna University
Madonna University is a private research university in Livonia, Michigan, enrolling about 1,632 students. Admission is moderately selective, with an acceptance rate of about 63.39% in federal reporting data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $59,058 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $28,440
- 2024 Average Net Price: $17,755 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 63.39% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 1,632 81.4% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 60.00%
- Average SAT Score: 980
Madonna University: what the data shows
Common questions about Madonna University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Madonna University?
Madonna University is located in Livonia, MI (ZIP 48150-1176).
NCES locale classification: Town.
Is Madonna University public or private?
Madonna University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Madonna University cost?
Published tuition: $28,440.
Average net price after aid: $17,755.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $14,759 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $15,277 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $16,912 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $16,593 |
| $110,001+ | $22,005 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $113,760.
How hard is it to get into Madonna University?
Admission rate: 63.39%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 980 and midpoint ACT 23.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Madonna University?
Total enrollment: 1,632 students.
About 81% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Madonna University?
150%-time completion rate: 60.00%.
First-year retention: 71.5%.
What do graduates of Madonna University earn?
Median earnings: $49,871 six years after entry; $59,058 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $23,000.
30.40% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Madonna University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Other/Unknown Programs (639 completions)
- Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, & Nursing Research (134 completions)
- CIP 520201 (63 completions)
- Criminal Justice - Law Enforcement Administration (53 completions)
- CIP 521101 (41 completions)
- Social Work (35 completions)
- CIP 430406 (34 completions)
- Elementary Education & Teaching (18 completions)
- General Biological Sciences (14 completions)
- CIP 439999 (14 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Madonna University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 63.39%; completion rate 60.00%; median earnings $59,058 at 10 years; net price $17,755. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Costs
Tuition Costs
$28,440
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Madonna University was $28,440.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$17,755
2024 Value
In 2024 Madonna University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $17,755.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$71,020 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$17,755 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$113,760 4-Year Tuition
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.
4-year total cost breakdown for Madonna University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
30.40% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
54.54% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Madonna University was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Madonna University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $16,340 | $16,340 | $12,324 |
| 2014 | $17,390 | $17,390 | $14,440 |
| 2015 | $18,740 | $18,740 | $14,104 |
| 2016 | $19,500 | $19,500 | $14,458 |
| 2017 | $20,700 | $20,700 | $15,436 |
| 2018 | $21,900 | $21,900 | $16,316 |
| 2019 | $23,100 | $23,100 | $17,574 |
| 2020 | $24,000 | $24,000 | $18,212 |
| 2021 | $24,900 | $24,900 | $18,789 |
| 2022 | $26,100 | $26,100 | $17,921 |
| 2023 | $27,360 | $27,360 | $17,815 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Admissions
Acceptance Rate
63.39% Acceptance Rate
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 980
ACT Average: 23
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.0 - 3.4
Estimated Median GPA: 3.20
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
81.4% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Madonna University in 2024 is 1,632 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
71.5%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
40.57% 100% Completion Time
60.00% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 40.57% of students graduating from Madonna University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Madonna University.
Return on Investment
$23,000 Median Student Debt
$59,058 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
38.94% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
731.57% Return on Investment
3.9 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Madonna University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 Programs Reporting Data
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, & Nursing Research: 134 completions
CIP 52.0201: 63 completions
Criminal Justice - Law Enforcement Administration: 53 completions
CIP 52.1101: 41 completions
Social Work: 35 completions
CIP 43.0406: 34 completions
Elementary Education & Teaching: 18 completions
General Biological Sciences: 14 completions
CIP 43.9999: 14 completions
Other/Unknown Programs: 639 completions
Most popular programs at Madonna University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Madonna University graduates.
About
Madonna University is a private non-profit institution located in Livonia, MI, offering 69 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 1,632 students. The admission rate is 63.39%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 980. The institution maintains a 60.00% graduation rate. Approximately 30.40% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Location
Livonia, MI 48150-1176
Region: Great Lakes
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 69 distinct degree programs, Madonna University provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
FAQ
How much does Madonna University cost?
Reported in-state tuition is $28,440 and average net price is $17,755 in the latest College Scorecard data.
How hard is it to get into Madonna University?
The admission rate is 63.4% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data.
What test scores do students need for Madonna University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Madonna University reports midpoint SAT about 980 and midpoint ACT about 23.
What do graduates of Madonna University earn?
Median earnings are $49,871 six years after entry and $59,058 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Madonna University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 60.0% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Madonna University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $23,000.
How big is Madonna University?
Total enrollment is about 1,632 students in the latest reporting year.
Is Madonna University public or private?
Madonna University is a private nonprofit institution located in Livonia, MI.
Is Madonna University an HBCU?
No. Madonna University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Madonna University a tribal college?
No. Madonna University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Madonna University a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Madonna University does not meet that proxy (reported share 5.0%).
Is Madonna University religiously affiliated?
Yes. IPEDS reports a religious affiliation for Madonna University: Roman Catholic.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.