Millikin University
About Millikin University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Millikin University is a private university in Decatur, Illinois. It offers programs in nursing, theater, music, and business, with a performance learning approach that gives students real-world experience through student-run businesses and productions.
Founded
1901
Location
Decatur, Illinois
Students
1,473
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
66.7%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
54.9%
Below national average
Tuition
$26,892
Per year
Avg Net Price
$21,989
After financial aid
SAT Average
1034
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$51,262
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
66.7 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Millikin University accepts 66.7% of applicants and doesn't require standardized tests. Focus on your grades and personal statement, and you have a solid chance.
SAT Scores
1034/ 1600
ACT Scores
23/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
54.9% complete their degree within six years
Retention
75%
4-Year Grad
44%
6-Year Grad
55%
Teaching Quality
10:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
71.4%
$/Student
$12.2K
Class Size
Small
The 44% graduation rate is below average, but 75% 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
$26,892
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$13,695
Books & Supplies
$1,000
Total Cost of Attendance
$57,475
After Financial Aid
$21,989
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$18,659
Receive Grants
37.6%
Take Loans
55.8%
The total cost of attendance runs about $57,475/yr, including $13,695 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $21,989.
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 Millikin University fund their education.
While in School
37.6%
Get Grants
Free money
55.8%
Take Loans
Must repay
$49,741
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$27,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$286/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The $27,000 median debt is above average, but graduates earn $51K 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 Millikin University.
Gender
53.6%
Female
46%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,382
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
91
Graduates
31.8%
First-Gen
21 yrs
Avg Age
6.8%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (54% women, 46% men). 31.8% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Small
Campus Quick Facts
1,382
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Baccalaureate
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
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
Millikin University fields 14 varsity teams with 574 student athletes, about 42% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division III with football
Conference
CCIW
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
14
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
574
42% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
66% / 34%
379
Men
195
Women
11
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 Millikin Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$51,262
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$72K
50 grads
1yr Earnings
Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft
$24K
42 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas
$44K
34 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
$43K
33 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$46K
28 grads
1yr Earnings
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
$26K
24 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $43K six years out, growing to $51K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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