Millersville University of Pennsylvania
Millersville University of Pennsylvania is a public research university in Millersville, Pennsylvania, serving roughly 5,728 students. Admission is moderately selective, with an acceptance rate of about 86.19% in federal reporting data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $55,246 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $11,128
- 2024 Average Net Price: $20,787 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 86.19% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 5,728 81.4% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 57.63%
- Average SAT Score: 1110
Millersville University of Pennsylvania: what the data shows
Common questions about Millersville University of Pennsylvania, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Millersville University of Pennsylvania?
Millersville University of Pennsylvania is located in Millersville, PA (ZIP 17551-0302).
NCES locale classification: Rural fringe.
Is Millersville University of Pennsylvania public or private?
Millersville University of Pennsylvania is a Public institution.
How much does Millersville University of Pennsylvania cost?
Published tuition: $11,128 in-state, $22,952 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $20,787.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $14,565 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $15,313 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $17,961 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $22,010 |
| $110,001+ | $24,541 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $44,512.
How hard is it to get into Millersville University of Pennsylvania?
Admission rate: 86.19%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1110.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Millersville University of Pennsylvania?
Total enrollment: 5,728 students.
About 81% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Millersville University of Pennsylvania?
150%-time completion rate: 57.63%.
First-year retention: 77.1%.
What do graduates of Millersville University of Pennsylvania earn?
Median earnings: $44,813 six years after entry; $55,246 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $23,507.
27.31% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Millersville University of Pennsylvania known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Other/Unknown Programs (1,494 completions)
- Social Work (139 completions)
- Early Childhood Education & Teaching (103 completions)
- General Psychology (96 completions)
- CIP 513808 (95 completions)
- CIP 520201 (89 completions)
- General Biological Sciences (68 completions)
- CIP 131001 (64 completions)
- Agricultural Production Operations (44 completions)
- CIP 500701 (42 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Millersville University of Pennsylvania a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 86.19%; completion rate 57.63%; median earnings $55,246 at 10 years; net price $20,787. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Costs
Tuition Costs
$11,128
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Millersville University of Pennsylvania was $11,128.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$20,787
2024 Value
In 2024 Millersville University of Pennsylvania had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $20,787.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$83,148 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$20,787 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$44,512 4-Year In-State Tuition
$91,808 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.
4-year total cost breakdown for Millersville University of Pennsylvania.
Financial Aid by Income Level
27.31% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
51.26% 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 Millersville University of Pennsylvania 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 Millersville University of Pennsylvania 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 | $8,866 | $18,990 | $18,021 |
| 2014 | $10,268 | $23,868 | $16,438 |
| 2015 | $10,918 | $20,336 | $19,140 |
| 2016 | $11,494 | $20,854 | $20,676 |
| 2017 | $11,858 | $21,560 | $22,032 |
| 2018 | $12,226 | $22,196 | $21,923 |
| 2019 | $12,250 | $22,220 | $23,350 |
| 2020 | $11,665 | $21,635 | $23,133 |
| 2021 | $12,256 | $22,226 | $19,504 |
| 2022 | $12,262 | $22,232 | $21,506 |
| 2023 | $12,262 | $16,232 | $20,231 |
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
86.19% Acceptance Rate
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1110
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 Millersville University of Pennsylvania in 2024 is 5,728 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
77.1%
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
38.91% 100% Completion Time
57.63% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 38.91% of students graduating from Millersville University of Pennsylvania completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Millersville University of Pennsylvania.
Return on Investment
$23,507 Median Student Debt
$55,246 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
42.55% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
564.43% Return on Investment
4.3 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Millersville University of Pennsylvania.
Top Programs by Completions
10 Programs Reporting Data
Social Work: 139 completions
Early Childhood Education & Teaching: 103 completions
General Psychology: 96 completions
CIP 51.3808: 95 completions
CIP 52.0201: 89 completions
General Biological Sciences: 68 completions
CIP 13.1001: 64 completions
Agricultural Production Operations: 44 completions
CIP 50.0701: 42 completions
Other/Unknown Programs: 1,494 completions
Most popular programs at Millersville University of Pennsylvania.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Millersville University of Pennsylvania graduates.
About
Millersville University of Pennsylvania is a public institution located in Millersville, PA, offering 64 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 5,728 students. The admission rate is 86.19%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1110. The institution maintains a 57.63% graduation rate. Approximately 27.31% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Public
Location
Millersville, PA 17551-0302
Region: Mid East
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 64 distinct degree programs, Millersville University of Pennsylvania 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 Millersville University of Pennsylvania cost?
Reported in-state tuition is $11,128 and average net price is $20,787 in the latest College Scorecard data.
How hard is it to get into Millersville University of Pennsylvania?
The admission rate is 86.2% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data.
What test scores do students need for Millersville University of Pennsylvania?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Millersville University of Pennsylvania reports midpoint SAT about 1110.
What do graduates of Millersville University of Pennsylvania earn?
Median earnings are $44,813 six years after entry and $55,246 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Millersville University of Pennsylvania?
The 150%-time completion rate is 57.6% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Millersville University of Pennsylvania students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $23,507.
How big is Millersville University of Pennsylvania?
Total enrollment is about 5,728 students in the latest reporting year.
Is Millersville University of Pennsylvania public or private?
Millersville University of Pennsylvania is a public institution located in Millersville, PA.
Is Millersville University of Pennsylvania an HBCU?
No. Millersville University of Pennsylvania is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Millersville University of Pennsylvania a tribal college?
No. Millersville University of Pennsylvania is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Millersville University of Pennsylvania a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Millersville University of Pennsylvania does not meet that proxy (reported share 10.9%).
Is Millersville University of Pennsylvania religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Millersville University of Pennsylvania in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
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.