Maranatha Baptist University
Maranatha Baptist University is a private research university in Watertown, Wisconsin, enrolling about 541 students. Admission is moderately selective, with an acceptance rate of about 71.90% in federal reporting data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $45,593 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $21,550
- 2024 Average Net Price: $26,005 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 71.90% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 541 79.1% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 63.57%
- Average SAT Score: 1170
Maranatha Baptist University: what the data shows
Common questions about Maranatha Baptist University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Maranatha Baptist University?
Maranatha Baptist University is located in Watertown, WI (ZIP 53094).
NCES locale classification: Town fringe.
Is Maranatha Baptist University public or private?
Maranatha Baptist University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Maranatha Baptist University cost?
Published tuition: $21,550.
Average net price after aid: $26,005.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $24,786 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $22,995 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $23,908 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $30,314 |
| $110,001+ | $30,675 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $86,200.
How hard is it to get into Maranatha Baptist University?
Admission rate: 71.90%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1170 and midpoint ACT 24.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Maranatha Baptist University?
Total enrollment: 541 students.
About 79% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Maranatha Baptist University?
150%-time completion rate: 63.57%.
First-year retention: 88.2%.
What do graduates of Maranatha Baptist University earn?
Median earnings: $40,403 six years after entry; $45,593 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $14,143.
33.99% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Maranatha Baptist University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Other/Unknown Programs (284 completions)
- Agricultural Business and Management (53 completions)
- CIP 390201 (28 completions)
- CIP 390701 (26 completions)
- CIP 000300 (22 completions)
- Business Administration, Management, & Operations (17 completions)
- CIP 390799 (13 completions)
- General English Language & Literature (11 completions)
- CIP 131001 (10 completions)
- Early Childhood Education & Teaching (10 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Maranatha Baptist University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 71.90%; completion rate 63.57%; median earnings $45,593 at 10 years; net price $26,005. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Costs
Tuition Costs
$21,550
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Maranatha Baptist University was $21,550.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$26,005
2024 Value
In 2024 Maranatha Baptist University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $26,005.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$104,020 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$26,005 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$86,200 4-Year Tuition
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.
4-year total cost breakdown for Maranatha Baptist University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
33.99% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
23.98% 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 Maranatha Baptist 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 Maranatha Baptist 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 | $13,120 | $13,120 | $19,131 |
| 2014 | $13,510 | $13,510 | $19,147 |
| 2015 | $13,940 | $13,940 | $17,957 |
| 2016 | $14,260 | $14,260 | $18,491 |
| 2017 | $14,910 | $14,910 | $18,300 |
| 2018 | $15,410 | $15,410 | $17,013 |
| 2019 | $16,660 | $16,660 | $18,736 |
| 2020 | $17,650 | $17,650 | $19,788 |
| 2021 | $18,050 | $18,050 | $20,035 |
| 2022 | $18,810 | $18,810 | $22,301 |
| 2023 | $20,280 | $20,280 | $24,659 |
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
71.90% Acceptance Rate
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1170
ACT Average: 24
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
79.1% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Maranatha Baptist University in 2024 is 541 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
88.2%
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
52.42% 100% Completion Time
63.57% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 52.42% of students graduating from Maranatha Baptist University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Maranatha Baptist University.
Return on Investment
$14,143 Median Student Debt
$45,593 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
31.02% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
338.31% Return on Investment
3.1 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Maranatha Baptist University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 Programs Reporting Data
Agricultural Business and Management: 53 completions
CIP 39.0201: 28 completions
CIP 39.0701: 26 completions
CIP 00.0300: 22 completions
Business Administration, Management, & Operations: 17 completions
CIP 39.0799: 13 completions
General English Language & Literature: 11 completions
CIP 13.1001: 10 completions
Early Childhood Education & Teaching: 10 completions
Other/Unknown Programs: 284 completions
Most popular programs at Maranatha Baptist University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Maranatha Baptist University graduates.
About
Maranatha Baptist University is a private non-profit institution located in Watertown, WI, offering 36 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 541 students. The admission rate is 71.90%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1170. The institution maintains a 63.57% graduation rate. Approximately 33.99% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Location
Watertown, WI 53094
Region: Great Lakes
Insights and Analysis
Maranatha Baptist 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 Maranatha Baptist University cost?
Reported in-state tuition is $21,550 and average net price is $26,005 in the latest College Scorecard data.
How hard is it to get into Maranatha Baptist University?
The admission rate is 71.9% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data.
What test scores do students need for Maranatha Baptist University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Maranatha Baptist University reports midpoint SAT about 1170 and midpoint ACT about 24.
What do graduates of Maranatha Baptist University earn?
Median earnings are $40,403 six years after entry and $45,593 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Maranatha Baptist University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 63.6% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Maranatha Baptist University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $14,143.
How big is Maranatha Baptist University?
Total enrollment is about 541 students in the latest reporting year.
Is Maranatha Baptist University public or private?
Maranatha Baptist University is a private nonprofit institution located in Watertown, WI.
Is Maranatha Baptist University an HBCU?
No. Maranatha Baptist University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Maranatha Baptist University a tribal college?
No. Maranatha Baptist University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Maranatha Baptist University a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Maranatha Baptist University does not meet that proxy (reported share 8.3%).
Is Maranatha Baptist University religiously affiliated?
Yes. IPEDS reports a religious affiliation for Maranatha Baptist University: Baptist.
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.