At a glance
Average net price
$19,910
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
44.9%
Admission rate
68%
Undergrad size
1,044
In-state tuition
$37,736
Out-of-state tuition
$37,736
Cost of attendance
$50,099
Median earnings (10y)
$44,781
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- 69.3%
- Locale
- Rural
Programs breakdown
15 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by social sciences (22%), business (22%), trades & services (16%).
- STEM14%
- Health16%
- Business22%
- Humanities & arts10%
- Social sciences22%
- Trades & services16%
- Business21.6%~226 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Health professions16.0%~167 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Biological sciences10.8%~113 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Psychology8.5%~88 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~88 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~83 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~64 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~59 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Education4.7%~49 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Computer science2.8%~29 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Social sciences2.8%~29 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- English1.9%~20 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- History1.9%~20 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~5 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~5 students/yr · STEMCompare 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
24 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 68 | $34,637 | $27,506 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 42 | — | $27,000 |
| Social Work. | Bachelor's | 40 | $31,048 | $29,133 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 33 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 28 | $58,645 | $24,636 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 26 | $25,836 | $27,000 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 26 | — | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 22 | — | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 17 | — | $26,040 |
| Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies. | Bachelor's | 16 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Master's | 13 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 12 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 9 | $33,795 | — |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Zoology/Animal Biology. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Public Administration. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| Sociology. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| Music. | 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 Mars Hill University
Mars Hill University is a mid-sized institution located in Mars Hill, North Carolina, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 1,044 undergraduate students in a rural setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Health professions, Biological sciences.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Mars Hill University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $19,910 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $37,736 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $50,099 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 44.9%, a average completion outcome. 69.3% 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 $44,781 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Mars Hill University confers degrees and certificates across 15 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Health professions, Biological sciences. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by social sciences (22% of credentials), business (22% of credentials), trades & services (16% 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
Mars Hill University accepts 68% of applicants, making it moderately selective.
Location & campus
Set in Mars Hill, North Carolina (rural), Mars Hill University draws students from across North Carolina 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 Mars Hill University
Q.How much does Mars Hill University cost?
The average net price at Mars Hill University is $19,910 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $50,099.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Mars Hill University?
Mars Hill University has a 6-year graduation rate of 44.9% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Mars Hill University?
Mars Hill University admits 68% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do Mars Hill University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Mars Hill University graduate earns $44,781 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Mars Hill University?
Published tuition is $37,736 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Mars Hill University located?
Mars Hill University is located in Mars Hill, North Carolina (ZIP 28754).
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 Mars Hill University at their official website.