At a glance
Average net price
$7,502
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
51.2%
Admission rate
96%
Undergrad size
7,266
In-state tuition
$9,162
Out-of-state tuition
$20,342
Cost of attendance
$22,022
Median earnings (10y)
$46,354
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,061
- ACT midpoint
- 22
- Retention
- 72.2%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
22 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by health (29%), humanities & arts (19%), social sciences (16%).
- STEM14%
- Health29%
- Business16%
- Humanities & arts19%
- Social sciences16%
- Trades & services6%
- Health professions29.0%~2,106 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Business15.7%~1,139 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Liberal arts10.2%~740 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Education7.0%~507 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Psychology5.3%~389 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~336 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Engineering3.9%~280 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~270 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~266 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Computer science2.7%~195 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Social sciences2.4%~171 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~166 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- English2.1%~156 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~128 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~118 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Communication1.5%~109 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~57 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~47 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Engineering tech0.6%~43 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- History0.3%~19 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics0.2%~15 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~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
40 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/Commerce, General. | Bachelor's | 348 | — | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor's | 314 | $30,418 | $29,248 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate's | 256 | $54,506 | $25,375 |
| Health/Medical Preparatory Programs. | Bachelor's | 217 | $25,835 | $25,000 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 210 | $26,023 | $26,000 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 198 | $59,473 | $27,000 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 189 | $32,379 | $25,886 |
| Student Counseling and Personnel Services. | Master's | 165 | $38,101 | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 156 | $20,281 | $25,206 |
| Medicine. | First professional | 148 | $55,233 | — |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Master's | 142 | $42,991 | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 108 | $26,069 | $24,000 |
| Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration. | First professional | 108 | $110,434 | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 105 | $31,368 | $27,000 |
| Social Work. | Master's | 89 | $40,494 | — |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master's | 84 | $52,675 | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 84 | $31,468 | $25,873 |
| Education, General. | Master's | 77 | $42,391 | — |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Bachelor's | 71 | $44,786 | $22,789 |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | First professional | 71 | $71,586 | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Master's | 69 | $41,397 | — |
| Social Work. | Bachelor's | 68 | $26,191 | $27,000 |
| Psychology, General. | Master's | 66 | — | — |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Master's | 65 | $50,801 | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 65 | $45,020 | $20,500 |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Bachelor's | 62 | — | $25,588 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Graduate certificate | 61 | $48,272 | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master's | 60 | $93,290 | — |
| Journalism. | Bachelor's | 58 | $27,565 | $26,662 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | First professional | 53 | — | — |
| Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition Services. | Graduate certificate | 49 | — | — |
| Visual and Performing Arts, General. | Bachelor's | 47 | — | $28,500 |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Master's | 46 | $40,059 | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 46 | $20,607 | $25,293 |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor's | 42 | — | $11,953 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Master's | 42 | $42,594 | — |
| Education, General. | Doctoral | 40 | — | — |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Graduate certificate | 39 | — | — |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Master's | 39 | — | — |
| Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition Services. | Master's | 38 | — | — |
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 Marshall University
Marshall University is a large institution located in Huntington, West Virginia, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 7,266 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Health professions, Business, Liberal arts.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Marshall University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $7,502 per year, which is very affordable compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $9,162 for in-state students and $20,342 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $22,022 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 51.2%, a above-average completion outcome. 72.2% 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 $46,354 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Marshall University confers degrees and certificates across 22 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Health professions, Business, Liberal arts. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by health (29% of credentials), humanities & arts (19% of credentials), social sciences (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
Marshall University accepts 96% of applicants, making it open or near-open admission. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,061. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 22.
Location & campus
Set in Huntington, West Virginia (city), Marshall University draws students from across West Virginia 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 Marshall University
Q.How much does Marshall University cost?
The average net price at Marshall University is $7,502 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $22,022.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Marshall University?
Marshall University has a 6-year graduation rate of 51.2% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Marshall University?
Marshall University admits 96% of applicants, which is considered open or near-open admission.
Q.How much do Marshall University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Marshall University graduate earns $46,354 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Marshall University?
Published tuition is $9,162 in-state and $20,342 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Marshall University located?
Marshall University is located in Huntington, West Virginia (ZIP 25755).
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 Marshall University at their official website.