At a glance
Average net price
$28,905
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
82.2%
Admission rate
72%
Undergrad size
1,727
In-state tuition
$62,805
Out-of-state tuition
$62,805
Cost of attendance
$77,270
Median earnings (10y)
$69,107
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,343
- ACT midpoint
- 30
- Retention
- 89.9%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
17 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (33%), social sciences (22%), stem (21%).
- STEM21%
- Health3%
- Business21%
- Humanities & arts33%
- Social sciences22%
- Business20.8%~359 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- ~349 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Biological sciences13.1%~227 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Psychology12.6%~217 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Social sciences8.6%~149 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Communication5.9%~102 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~54 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Computer science2.9%~51 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- English2.8%~47 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- History2.4%~41 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~37 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~30 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Mathematics1.2%~20 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~17 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~13 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~10 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~3 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
37 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft. | Bachelor's | 178 | $19,426 | $27,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 130 | $46,828 | $27,000 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 115 | $34,407 | $24,250 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 109 | $28,411 | $26,312 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor's | 78 | $48,892 | $27,000 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 72 | $23,545 | $24,388 |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 61 | $23,325 | $26,950 |
| Dance. | Bachelor's | 51 | $24,541 | $27,000 |
| Neurobiology and Neurosciences. | Bachelor's | 48 | $22,125 | $27,000 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 43 | $59,174 | $27,000 |
| Public Health. | Bachelor's | 41 | — | $26,038 |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 38 | $28,225 | $27,000 |
| Economics. | Bachelor's | 38 | $48,684 | $25,298 |
| Music. | Bachelor's | 36 | — | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 34 | — | — |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 28 | $41,496 | $25,394 |
| Film/Video and Photographic Arts. | Bachelor's | 25 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 23 | — | — |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 20 | — | — |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology. | Bachelor's | 17 | — | — |
| International Relations and National Security Studies. | Bachelor's | 15 | — | — |
| Sustainability Studies. | Bachelor's | 14 | — | — |
| Religion/Religious Studies. | Bachelor's | 14 | — | — |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Bachelor's | 13 | — | — |
| Philosophy. | Bachelor's | 12 | — | — |
| Sociology. | Bachelor's | 12 | — | — |
| Management Information Systems and Services. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Anthropology. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Undergraduate certificate | 9 | — | — |
| Physics. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Area Studies. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 7 | — | — |
| Mathematics. | Master's | 6 | — | — |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Data Analytics. | Master's | 5 | — | — |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | 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 Muhlenberg College
Muhlenberg College is a mid-sized institution located in Allentown, Pennsylvania, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 1,727 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Visual & performing arts, Biological sciences.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Muhlenberg College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $28,905 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $62,805 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $77,270 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 82.2%, a strong completion outcome. 89.9% 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 $69,107 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Muhlenberg College confers degrees and certificates across 17 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Visual & performing arts, Biological sciences. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (33% of credentials), social sciences (22% of credentials), stem (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
Muhlenberg College accepts 72% of applicants, making it moderately selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,343. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 30.
Location & campus
Set in Allentown, Pennsylvania (city), Muhlenberg College draws students from across Pennsylvania 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 Muhlenberg College
Q.How much does Muhlenberg College cost?
The average net price at Muhlenberg College is $28,905 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $77,270.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Muhlenberg College?
Muhlenberg College has a 6-year graduation rate of 82.2% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Muhlenberg College?
Muhlenberg College admits 72% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do Muhlenberg College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Muhlenberg College graduate earns $69,107 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Muhlenberg College?
Published tuition is $62,805 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Muhlenberg College located?
Muhlenberg College is located in Allentown, Pennsylvania (ZIP 18104).
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 Muhlenberg College at their official website.