Mars Hill University
About Mars Hill University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Mars Hill University is a private university in Mars Hill, NC. It has a 74.2% acceptance rate and a 41% graduation rate, serving approximately 980 students.
Founded
1856
Location
Mars Hill, North Carolina
Students
1,093
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
67.9%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
44.9%
Below national average
Tuition
$37,736
Per year
Avg Net Price
$19,910
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not Considered
Test-blind. Grades and essays decide
Median Earnings
$44,781
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
67.9 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Blind
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
With a 67.9% acceptance rate, Mars Hill University admits most students who meet the academic standards. Focus on putting together a complete, thoughtful application.
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
44.9% complete their degree within six years
Retention
69.3%
4-Year Grad
28%
6-Year Grad
34%
Teaching Quality
11:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
62.1%
$/Student
$15.8K
Class Size
Medium
The 28% graduation rate is below average, but 69.3% 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
$37,736
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$12,258
Books & Supplies
N/A
Total Cost of Attendance
$50,099
After Financial Aid
$19,910
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$17,021
Receive Grants
46.2%
Take Loans
62.1%
The total cost of attendance runs about $50,099/yr, including $12,258 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $19,910.
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 Mars Hill University fund their education.
While in School
46.2%
Get Grants
Free money
62.1%
Take Loans
Must repay
$38,916
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$26,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$276/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The $26,000 median debt is above average, but graduates earn $45K within ten years. The numbers suggest the investment pays off for most students.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Mars Hill University.
Gender
49.7%
Female
50%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,044
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
49
Graduates
34.4%
First-Gen
21 yrs
Avg Age
8.9%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (50% women, 50% men). 34.4% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 5.7% international students add diversity to the campus.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Rural: Fringe
Campus Quick Facts
1,044
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Baccalaureate
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Mars Hill University fields 13 varsity teams with 744 student athletes, about 71% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division II with football
Conference
South Atlantic
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
13
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
744
71% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
64% / 36%
476
Men
268
Women
10
Men's Teams
11
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Mars Hill Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$44,781
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Business Administration, Management and Operations
$38K
30 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$41K
19 grads
4yr Earnings
Social Work
$42K
19 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
—
17 grads
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
—
14 grads
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$63K
9 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $36K six years out, growing to $45K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.