At a glance
Average net price
$22,227
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
52.4%
Admission rate
43%
Undergrad size
697
In-state tuition
$34,600
Out-of-state tuition
$34,600
Cost of attendance
$48,247
Median earnings (10y)
$48,179
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,120
- ACT midpoint
- 22
- Retention
- 67.6%
- Locale
- Town
Programs breakdown
13 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by social sciences (28%), trades & services (24%), business (21%).
- STEM2%
- Health20%
- Business21%
- Humanities & arts5%
- Social sciences28%
- Trades & services24%
- Education22.6%~157 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Business21.3%~149 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Health professions19.5%~136 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Parks & recreation18.9%~132 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~26 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~21 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Social sciences3.0%~21 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Psychology2.4%~17 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~13 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Agriculture1.8%~13 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- English0.6%~4 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~4 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- History0.6%~4 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
21 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | First professional | 67 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 53 | $61,763 | $27,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 41 | — | $27,000 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master's | 30 | $175,606 | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 21 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 20 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 19 | $38,340 | $27,000 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Master's | 19 | — | — |
| Social Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 14 | — | — |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 13 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 13 | — | — |
| Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Facilities Management. | Bachelor's | 12 | — | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| Health/Medical Preparatory Programs. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate's | 10 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 10 | — | — |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Applied Horticulture and Horticultural Business Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 8 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Associate's | 5 | — | — |
| Curriculum and Instruction. | Master's | 3 | $45,429 | — |
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 Mount Marty University
Mount Marty University is a small institution located in Yankton, South Dakota, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 697 undergraduate students in a town setting. The most popular fields of study include Education, Business, Health professions.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Mount Marty University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $22,227 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $34,600 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $48,247 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 52.4%, a above-average completion outcome. 67.6% 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 $48,179 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Mount Marty University confers degrees and certificates across 13 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Education, Business, Health professions. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by social sciences (28% of credentials), trades & services (24% of credentials), business (21% 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
Mount Marty University accepts 43% of applicants, making it selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,120. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 22.
Location & campus
Set in Yankton, South Dakota (town), Mount Marty University draws students from across South Dakota 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 Mount Marty University
Q.How much does Mount Marty University cost?
The average net price at Mount Marty University is $22,227 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $48,247.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Mount Marty University?
Mount Marty University has a 6-year graduation rate of 52.4% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Mount Marty University?
Mount Marty University admits 43% of applicants, which is considered selective.
Q.How much do Mount Marty University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Mount Marty University graduate earns $48,179 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Mount Marty University?
Published tuition is $34,600 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Mount Marty University located?
Mount Marty University is located in Yankton, South Dakota (ZIP 57078).
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 Mount Marty University at their official website.