At a glance
Average net price
$21,083
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
61.4%
Admission rate
79%
Undergrad size
952
In-state tuition
$39,652
Out-of-state tuition
$39,652
Cost of attendance
$53,709
Median earnings (10y)
$57,180
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,088
- ACT midpoint
- 21
- Retention
- 69.4%
- Locale
- Town
Programs breakdown
16 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by social sciences (24%), stem (21%), business (18%).
- STEM21%
- Health7%
- Business18%
- Humanities & arts18%
- Social sciences24%
- Trades & services11%
- Business18.4%~176 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Parks & recreation10.7%~102 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Education9.7%~92 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Psychology8.7%~83 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~69 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~69 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Communication7.3%~69 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Engineering6.8%~65 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Social sciences5.8%~56 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~51 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~32 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~28 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Computer science2.4%~23 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- English1.9%~18 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~9 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- History1.0%~9 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
35 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Master's | 75 | $101,101 | — |
| Petroleum Engineering. | Bachelor's | 62 | $76,751 | $27,000 |
| Marketing. | Bachelor's | 44 | — | — |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 36 | — | — |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 33 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 31 | — | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 28 | — | — |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Bachelor's | 22 | — | — |
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication. | Bachelor's | 21 | — | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 21 | — | — |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor's | 20 | — | — |
| Education, General. | Bachelor's | 18 | — | — |
| Economics. | Bachelor's | 16 | — | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 16 | — | — |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Bachelor's | 14 | — | — |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology. | Bachelor's | 13 | — | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 12 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 12 | — | — |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions. | Master's | 10 | — | — |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Physics. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Music. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Journalism. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Environmental/Natural Resources Management and Policy. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| International/Globalization Studies. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Marietta College
Marietta College is a small institution located in Marietta, Ohio, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 952 undergraduate students in a town setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Parks & recreation, Education.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Marietta College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $21,083 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $39,652 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $53,709 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 61.4%, a above-average completion outcome. 69.4% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $57,180 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Marietta College confers degrees and certificates across 16 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Parks & recreation, Education. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by social sciences (24% of credentials), stem (21% of credentials), business (18% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Marietta College accepts 79% of applicants, making it moderately selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,088. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 21.
Location & campus
Set in Marietta, Ohio (town), Marietta College draws students from across Ohio and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Marietta College
Q.How much does Marietta College cost?
The average net price at Marietta College is $21,083 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $53,709.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Marietta College?
Marietta College has a 6-year graduation rate of 61.4% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Marietta College?
Marietta College admits 79% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do Marietta College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Marietta College graduate earns $57,180 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Marietta College?
Published tuition is $39,652 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Marietta College located?
Marietta College is located in Marietta, Ohio (ZIP 45750).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Marietta College at their official website.