Maranatha Baptist University
About Maranatha Baptist University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Maranatha Baptist University is a private university in Watertown, WI. It has a 75.1% acceptance rate and a 56% graduation rate, serving approximately 571 students.
Founded
1968
Location
Watertown, Wisconsin
Students
766
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
71.9%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
63.6%
Near national average
Tuition
$21,550
Per year
Avg Net Price
$26,005
After financial aid
SAT Average
1170
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$45,593
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
71.9 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Required
Application Fee
$50
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
With a 71.9% acceptance rate, Maranatha Baptist University admits most students who meet the academic standards. Focus on putting together a complete, thoughtful application.
SAT Scores
1170/ 1600
ACT Scores
24/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
63.6% complete their degree within six years
Retention
88.2%
4-Year Grad
42%
6-Year Grad
50%
Teaching Quality
11:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
60.2%
$/Student
$7.7K
Class Size
Medium
The 42% graduation rate is below average, but 88.2% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$21,550
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$9,548
Books & Supplies
$2,700
Total Cost of Attendance
$37,092
After Financial Aid
$26,005
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$24,786
Receive Grants
34%
Take Loans
24%
The total cost of attendance runs about $37,092/yr, including $9,548 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $26,005.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Maranatha Baptist University fund their education.
While in School
34%
Get Grants
Free money
24%
Take Loans
Must repay
$49,012
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$14,143
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$150/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $14,143, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Maranatha Baptist University.
Gender
56.4%
Female
44%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
541
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
225
Graduates
19.2%
First-Gen
21 yrs
Avg Age
10.8%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 56% of the student body. 19.2% are first-generation college students.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Town: Fringe
Campus Quick Facts
541
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Master's
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Maranatha Baptist University fields 6 varsity teams with 149 student athletes, about 28% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division III without football
Conference
Independent
Plays in no conference
Varsity Sports
6
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
149
28% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
56% / 44%
84
Men
65
Women
5
Men's Teams
5
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Maranatha Baptist Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$45,593
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General
$44K
14 grads
4yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$71K
10 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
—
9 grads
Bible/Biblical Studies
$54K
8 grads
4yr Earnings
Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries
$37K
8 grads
4yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$42K
8 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $40K six years out, growing to $46K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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