University of Mount Union Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
University of Mount Union is a private research university in Alliance, Ohio, enrolling about 1,995 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 78.20% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $53,217 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $36,600
- 2024 Average Net Price: $23,280 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 78.20% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 1,995 99.2% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 58.65%
- Carnegie Classification: Baccalaureate Colleges: Arts & Sciences Focus
- First-Generation Students: 22.5%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 4.7% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 1.8% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 99.1%
- Average SAT Score: 1088
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 2,604
- Applicants (IPEDS): 3,322
- Room & Board: $12,720 annual estimate
University of Mount Union: what the data shows
Common questions about University of Mount Union, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is University of Mount Union?
University of Mount Union is located in Alliance, OH (ZIP 44601-3929).
NCES locale classification: Town fringe.
Is University of Mount Union public or private?
University of Mount Union is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does University of Mount Union cost?
Published tuition: $36,600.
Average net price after aid: $23,280.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $16,786 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $19,428 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $17,741 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $23,474 |
| $110,001+ | $26,495 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $146,400.
How hard is it to get into University of Mount Union?
Admission rate: 78.20%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1088 and midpoint ACT 22.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is University of Mount Union?
Total enrollment: 1,995 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 2,604 students.
Graduate enrollment: 254 students.
About 99% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at University of Mount Union?
150%-time completion rate: 58.65%.
First-year retention: 76.7%.
What do graduates of University of Mount Union earn?
Median earnings: $45,919 six years after entry; $53,217 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $27,000.
27.82% of students receive Pell grants.
What is University of Mount Union known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Physician Associate/Assistant (38 completions)
- Exercise Science and Kinesiology (35 completions)
- Sport and Fitness Administration/Management (32 completions)
- Physical Therapy/Therapist (29 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (29 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (29 completions)
- Finance, General (26 completions)
- Marketing/Marketing Management, General (24 completions)
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General (23 completions)
- Psychology, General (22 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is University of Mount Union a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 78.20%; completion rate 58.65%; median earnings $53,217 at 10 years; net price $23,280. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$36,600
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at University of Mount Union was $36,600.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$23,280
2024 Value
In 2024 University of Mount Union had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $23,280.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$93,120 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$23,280 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$146,400 4-Year Tuition
$12,720 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,564 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$50,884 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$203,536 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for University of Mount Union.
Financial Aid by Income Level
27.82% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
76.44% 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 University of Mount Union 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 University of Mount Union 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 | $27,380 | $27,380 | $24,821 |
| 2014 | $27,990 | $27,990 | $23,001 |
| 2015 | $28,550 | $28,550 | $23,286 |
| 2016 | $29,120 | $29,120 | $22,646 |
| 2017 | $29,890 | $29,890 | $22,786 |
| 2018 | $30,860 | $30,860 | $22,302 |
| 2019 | $31,700 | $31,700 | $23,501 |
| 2020 | $32,600 | $32,600 | $23,826 |
| 2021 | $33,400 | $33,400 | $22,836 |
| 2022 | $33,800 | $33,800 | $22,961 |
| 2023 | $35,400 | $35,400 | $22,539 |
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.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
78.20% Acceptance Rate
3,322 Total Applicants
2,661 Students Admitted
536 First-Time Students Enrolled
20.14% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1088
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 & Student Demographics
University of Mount Union reported total enrollment of about 1,995 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 51% male and 49% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (77.7%), Black or African American (10.1%), and Hispanic or Latino (4.6%). About 27.82% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 22.5% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
99.2% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at University of Mount Union in 2024 is 1,995 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 2,604 students. Graduate enrollment is about 254 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
76.7%
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.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 77.7%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
50.32% 100% Completion Time
58.65% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 50.32% of students graduating from University of Mount Union completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Physician Associate/Assistant: 32% male / 68% female
- Exercise Science and Kinesiology: 54% male / 46% female
- Sport and Fitness Administration/Management: 78% male / 22% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for University of Mount Union.
Return on Investment
$27,000 Median Student Debt
$53,217 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
50.74% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
471.49% Return on Investment
5.1 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for University of Mount Union.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 59 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Physician Associate/Assistant: 38 completions
2. Exercise Science and Kinesiology: 35 completions
3. Sport and Fitness Administration/Management: 32 completions
4. Physical Therapy/Therapist: 29 completions
5. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 29 completions
6. Business Administration and Management, General: 29 completions
7. Finance, General: 26 completions
8. Marketing/Marketing Management, General: 24 completions
9. Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 23 completions
Most popular programs at University of Mount Union.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for University of Mount Union graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for University of Mount Union from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 99.1%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $7,830
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $11,301
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
University of Mount Union is a private non-profit institution located in Alliance, OH, classified as Baccalaureate Colleges: Arts & Sciences Focus. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Physician Associate/Assistant, Exercise Science and Kinesiology, Sport and Fitness Administration/Management. Enrollment is approximately 1,995 students. Student body composition includes White (77.7%), Black or African American (10.1%), Hispanic or Latino (4.6%). The admission rate is 78.20%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1088. The 150%-time completion rate is 58.65%. Approximately 27.82% of students receive Pell Grants. About 22.5% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Baccalaureate Colleges: Arts & Sciences Focus
Location
Alliance, OH 44601-3929
Region: Great Lakes
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 59 distinct degree programs, University of Mount Union 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is University of Mount Union located?
University of Mount Union is located in Alliance, OH.
What is University of Mount Union's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at University of Mount Union is 78.2% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 3,322 applicants and 2,661 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does University of Mount Union cost?
Reported tuition is $36,600 and average net price is $23,280 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $12,720 annually.
What is the student body demographics at University of Mount Union?
University of Mount Union reports undergraduate enrollment of about 2,604 students, White (77.7%), Black or African American (10.1%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend University of Mount Union?
About 22.5% of students at University of Mount Union are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for University of Mount Union?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, University of Mount Union reports midpoint SAT about 1088 and midpoint ACT about 22.
What do graduates of University of Mount Union earn?
Median earnings are $45,919 six years after entry and $53,217 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at University of Mount Union?
The 150%-time completion rate is 58.7% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do University of Mount Union students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $27,000.
Is University of Mount Union public or private?
University of Mount Union is a private nonprofit institution located in Alliance, OH.
Is University of Mount Union an HBCU?
No. University of Mount Union is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is University of Mount Union a tribal college?
No. University of Mount Union is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
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
- Ohio college costs
- Ohio colleges by ROI
- Great Lakes regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Ohio
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.