Newman University
Newman University is a private research university in Wichita, Kansas, enrolling about 851 students. Admission is moderately selective, with an acceptance rate of about 73.98% in federal reporting data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $55,041 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $35,500
- 2024 Average Net Price: $19,971 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 73.98% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 851 95.9% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 52.81%
- Average ACT Score: 21
Newman University: what the data shows
Common questions about Newman University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Newman University?
Newman University is located in Wichita, KS (ZIP 67213-2097).
NCES locale classification: City.
Is Newman University public or private?
Newman University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Newman University cost?
Published tuition: $35,500.
Average net price after aid: $19,971.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $18,060 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $16,366 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $21,234 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $17,142 |
| $110,001+ | $21,774 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $142,000.
How hard is it to get into Newman University?
Admission rate: 73.98%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: midpoint ACT 21.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Newman University?
Total enrollment: 851 students.
About 96% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Newman University?
150%-time completion rate: 52.81%.
First-year retention: 68.9%.
What do graduates of Newman University earn?
Median earnings: $47,051 six years after entry; $55,041 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $20,801.
12.26% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Newman University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Other/Unknown Programs (395 completions)
- CIP 520201 (60 completions)
- Education - 13.9999 (48 completions)
- Elementary Education & Teaching (44 completions)
- Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, & Nursing Research (29 completions)
- Social Work (28 completions)
- General Biological Sciences (22 completions)
- CIP 513804 (20 completions)
- Other Multidisciplinary Studies (18 completions)
- CIP 510907 (18 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Newman University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 73.98%; completion rate 52.81%; median earnings $55,041 at 10 years; net price $19,971. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Costs
Tuition Costs
$35,500
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Newman University was $35,500.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$19,971
2024 Value
In 2024 Newman University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $19,971.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$79,884 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$19,971 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$142,000 4-Year Tuition
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.
4-year total cost breakdown for Newman University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
12.26% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
16.68% 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 Newman 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 Newman 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 | $23,650 | $23,650 | $17,331 |
| 2014 | $24,800 | $24,800 | $13,747 |
| 2015 | $26,030 | $26,030 | $13,906 |
| 2016 | $27,556 | $27,556 | $14,347 |
| 2017 | $29,200 | $29,200 | $13,800 |
| 2018 | $30,750 | $30,750 | $13,417 |
| 2019 | $31,906 | $31,906 | $16,497 |
| 2020 | $33,000 | $33,000 | $17,903 |
| 2021 | $34,460 | $34,460 | $18,117 |
| 2022 | $34,400 | $34,400 | $18,556 |
| 2023 | $35,500 | $35,500 | $19,045 |
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
73.98% Acceptance Rate
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
ACT Average: 21
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
95.9% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Newman University in 2024 is 851 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
68.9%
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
46.51% 100% Completion Time
52.81% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 46.51% of students graduating from Newman University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Newman University.
Return on Investment
$20,801 Median Student Debt
$55,041 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
37.79% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
589.01% Return on Investment
3.8 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Newman University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 Programs Reporting Data
CIP 52.0201: 60 completions
Education - 13.9999: 48 completions
Elementary Education & Teaching: 44 completions
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, & Nursing Research: 29 completions
Social Work: 28 completions
General Biological Sciences: 22 completions
CIP 51.3804: 20 completions
Other Multidisciplinary Studies: 18 completions
CIP 51.0907: 18 completions
Other/Unknown Programs: 395 completions
Most popular programs at Newman University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Newman University graduates.
About
Newman University is a private non-profit institution located in Wichita, KS, offering 36 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 851 students. The admission rate is 73.98%. Average ACT scores for admitted students are 21. The institution maintains a 52.81% graduation rate. Approximately 12.26% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Location
Wichita, KS 67213-2097
Region: Plains
Insights and Analysis
Newman University provides educational opportunities for students seeking higher education. Prospective students should carefully evaluate all factors including costs, outcomes, and program offerings when making their enrollment decisions.
FAQ
How much does Newman University cost?
Reported in-state tuition is $35,500 and average net price is $19,971 in the latest College Scorecard data.
How hard is it to get into Newman University?
The admission rate is 74.0% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data.
What test scores do students need for Newman University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Newman University reports midpoint ACT about 21.
What do graduates of Newman University earn?
Median earnings are $47,051 six years after entry and $55,041 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Newman University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 52.8% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Newman University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $20,801.
How big is Newman University?
Total enrollment is about 851 students in the latest reporting year.
Is Newman University public or private?
Newman University is a private nonprofit institution located in Wichita, KS.
Is Newman University an HBCU?
No. Newman University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Newman University a tribal college?
No. Newman University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Newman University a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
By the common federal eligibility proxy used here (≥25% Hispanic enrollment in College Scorecard), yes—Newman University reports 29.4% Hispanic enrollment share.
Is Newman University religiously affiliated?
Yes. IPEDS reports a religious affiliation for Newman 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.