Midway University
Midway University is a private research university in Midway, Kentucky, enrolling about 1,262 students. Admission is moderately selective, with an acceptance rate of about 95.14% in federal reporting data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $44,246 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $27,220
- 2024 Average Net Price: $29,579 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 95.14% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 1,262 85.2% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 40.69%
- Average SAT Score: 1122
Midway University: what the data shows
Common questions about Midway University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Midway University?
Midway University is located in Midway, KY (ZIP 40347-1120).
Is Midway University public or private?
Midway University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Midway University cost?
Published tuition: $27,220.
Average net price after aid: $29,579.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $27,206 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $23,405 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $28,160 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $32,406 |
| $110,001+ | $34,166 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $108,880.
How hard is it to get into Midway University?
Admission rate: 95.14%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1122 and midpoint ACT 22.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Midway University?
Total enrollment: 1,262 students.
About 85% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Midway University?
150%-time completion rate: 40.69%.
First-year retention: 67.6%.
What do graduates of Midway University earn?
Median earnings: $40,738 six years after entry; $44,246 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $21,301.
31.95% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Midway University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Other/Unknown Programs (400 completions)
- CIP 520201 (103 completions)
- Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, & Nursing Research (61 completions)
- Business Administration, Management, & Operations (50 completions)
- CIP 310504 (28 completions)
- General Psychology (23 completions)
- Agricultural Business and Management (14 completions)
- CIP 520301 (14 completions)
- Communications Technology - 10.5070 (13 completions)
- Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication (12 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Midway University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 95.14%; completion rate 40.69%; median earnings $44,246 at 10 years; net price $29,579. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Costs
Tuition Costs
$27,220
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Midway University was $27,220.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$29,579
2024 Value
In 2024 Midway University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $29,579.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$118,316 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$29,579 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$108,880 4-Year Tuition
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.
4-year total cost breakdown for Midway University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
31.95% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
44.46% 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 Midway 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 Midway 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 | $22,150 | $22,150 | $19,290 |
| 2014 | $22,300 | $22,300 | $17,947 |
| 2015 | $22,250 | $22,250 | $18,469 |
| 2016 | $23,350 | $23,350 | $20,903 |
| 2017 | $23,950 | $23,950 | $24,366 |
| 2018 | $24,750 | $24,750 | $22,128 |
| 2019 | $24,850 | $24,850 | $22,706 |
| 2020 | $24,850 | $24,850 | $24,164 |
| 2021 | $24,850 | $24,850 | $23,204 |
| 2022 | $25,050 | $25,050 | $22,109 |
| 2023 | $26,080 | $26,080 | $23,863 |
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
95.14% Acceptance Rate
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1122
ACT Average: 22
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
85.2% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Midway University in 2024 is 1,262 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
67.6%
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
35.71% 100% Completion Time
40.69% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 35.71% of students graduating from Midway University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Midway University.
Return on Investment
$21,301 Median Student Debt
$44,246 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
48.14% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
273.96% Return on Investment
4.8 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Midway University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 Programs Reporting Data
CIP 52.0201: 103 completions
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, & Nursing Research: 61 completions
Business Administration, Management, & Operations: 50 completions
CIP 31.0504: 28 completions
General Psychology: 23 completions
Agricultural Business and Management: 14 completions
CIP 52.0301: 14 completions
Communications Technology - 10.5070: 13 completions
Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication: 12 completions
Other/Unknown Programs: 400 completions
Most popular programs at Midway University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Midway University graduates.
About
Midway University is a private non-profit institution located in Midway, KY, offering 25 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 1,262 students. The admission rate is 95.14%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1122. The institution maintains a 40.69% graduation rate. Approximately 31.95% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Location
Midway, KY 40347-1120
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
Midway 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 Midway University cost?
Reported in-state tuition is $27,220 and average net price is $29,579 in the latest College Scorecard data.
How hard is it to get into Midway University?
The admission rate is 95.1% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data.
What test scores do students need for Midway University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Midway University reports midpoint SAT about 1122 and midpoint ACT about 22.
What do graduates of Midway University earn?
Median earnings are $40,738 six years after entry and $44,246 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Midway University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 40.7% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Midway University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $21,301.
How big is Midway University?
Total enrollment is about 1,262 students in the latest reporting year.
Is Midway University public or private?
Midway University is a private nonprofit institution located in Midway, KY.
Is Midway University an HBCU?
No. Midway University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Midway University a tribal college?
No. Midway University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Midway University a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Midway University does not meet that proxy (reported share 6.6%).
Is Midway University religiously affiliated?
Yes. IPEDS reports a religious affiliation for Midway University: Christian Church (Disciples of Christ).
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.