Urshan University Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
Urshan University is a private university in Wentzville, Missouri, enrolling about 472 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 83.78% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Student demographics in federal data include White (69.7%) and Hispanic or Latino (15.7%) among the largest enrollment groups.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $8,756
- 2024 Average Net Price: $14,779 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 83.78% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 472 83.7% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 44.83%
- Carnegie Classification: Special Focus Four-Year: Faith-Related Institutions
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 14.6% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 49.9% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Average SAT Score: 988
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 512
- Applicants (IPEDS): 124
- Room & Board: $4,398 annual estimate
Urshan University: what the data shows
Common questions about Urshan University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Urshan University?
Urshan University is located in Wentzville, MO (ZIP 63385).
NCES locale classification: Rural fringe.
Is Urshan University public or private?
Urshan University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Urshan University cost?
Published tuition: $8,756.
Average net price after aid: $14,779.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $13,314 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $14,405 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $14,946 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $17,092 |
| $110,001+ | $16,675 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $35,024.
How hard is it to get into Urshan University?
Admission rate: 83.78%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 988.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Urshan University?
Total enrollment: 472 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 512 students.
About 84% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Urshan University?
150%-time completion rate: 44.83%.
First-year retention: 63.0%.
How much debt do students have?
34.63% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Urshan University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Public Administration and Social Service (41 completions)
- Divinity/Ministry (33 completions)
- Organizational Leadership (15 completions)
- Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other (7 completions)
- Music Performance, General (7 completions)
- Communication and Media Studies (6 completions)
- Religious/Sacred Music (2 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Urshan University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 83.78%; completion rate 44.83%; net price $14,779. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$8,756
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Urshan University was $8,756.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$14,779
2024 Value
In 2024 Urshan University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $14,779.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$59,116 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$14,779 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$35,024 4-Year Tuition
$4,398 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$2,100 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$15,254 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$61,016 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Urshan University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
34.63% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
45.53% 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 Urshan 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 Urshan University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2019–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $5,556 | $5,556 | — |
| 2020 | $5,556 | $5,556 | $7,332 |
| 2021 | $5,556 | $5,556 | $9,803 |
| 2022 | $7,420 | $7,420 | $9,006 |
| 2023 | $8,506 | $8,506 | $13,496 |
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
83.78% Acceptance Rate
124 Total Applicants
104 Students Admitted
64 First-Time Students Enrolled
61.54% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 988
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
Urshan University reported total enrollment of about 472 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 40% male and 60% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (69.7%), Hispanic or Latino (15.7%), and Two or More Races (6.4%). About 34.63% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
83.7% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Urshan University in 2024 is 472 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 512 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
63.0%
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 69.7%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
16.00% 100% Completion Time
44.83% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 16.00% of students graduating from Urshan University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Public Administration and Social Service: 17% male / 83% female
- Divinity/Ministry: 73% male / 27% female
- Organizational Leadership: 60% male / 40% 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 Urshan University.
Return on Investment
ROI data is not available for this institution.
Financial value analysis for Urshan University.
Top Programs by Completions
7 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 8 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Public Administration and Social Service: 41 completions
2. Divinity/Ministry: 33 completions
3. Organizational Leadership: 15 completions
4. Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other: 7 completions
5. Music Performance, General: 7 completions
6. Communication and Media Studies: 6 completions
7. Religious/Sacred Music: 2 completions
Most popular programs at Urshan University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Urshan University graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Urshan University from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $4,452
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $2,835
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Urshan University is a private non-profit institution located in Wentzville, MO, classified as Special Focus Four-Year: Faith-Related Institutions. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Public Administration and Social Service, Divinity/Ministry, Organizational Leadership. Enrollment is approximately 472 students. Student body composition includes White (69.7%), Hispanic or Latino (15.7%), Two or More Races (6.4%). The admission rate is 83.78%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 988. The 150%-time completion rate is 44.83%. Approximately 34.63% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Special Focus Four-Year: Faith-Related Institutions
Location
Wentzville, MO 63385
Region: Plains
Insights and Analysis
Urshan 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Urshan University located?
Urshan University is located in Wentzville, MO.
What is Urshan University's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at Urshan University is 83.8% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 124 applicants and 104 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does Urshan University cost?
Reported tuition is $8,756 and average net price is $14,779 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $4,398 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Urshan University?
Urshan University reports undergraduate enrollment of about 512 students, White (69.7%), Hispanic or Latino (15.7%) in federal College Scorecard data.
What test scores do students need for Urshan University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Urshan University reports midpoint SAT about 988.
What is the graduation rate at Urshan University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 44.8% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
Is Urshan University public or private?
Urshan University is a private nonprofit institution located in Wentzville, MO.
Is Urshan University an HBCU?
No. Urshan University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Urshan University a tribal college?
No. Urshan University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Urshan University a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Urshan University does not meet that proxy (reported share 15.7%).
Is Urshan University religiously affiliated?
Yes. IPEDS reports a religious affiliation for Urshan University: Other Protestant.
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
- Missouri college costs
- Missouri colleges by ROI
- Plains regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Missouri
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.