Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Indianapolis, Indiana |
| Online | marian.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large City |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Marian University is situated on a 200-acre campus in Indianapolis, Indiana, approximately five miles northwest of the city's downtown district. The Catholic institution, founded in 1937 by the Sisters of St. Francis of Oldenburg, operates as a liberal arts university with a notable focus on healthcare education, particularly through its College of Osteopathic Medicine?the first medical school in Indiana to open in over 100 years. The campus features a mix of historic and modern buildings, including the recently constructed Michael A. Evans Center for Health Sciences, and maintains an environmental restoration area known as the Nina Mason Pulliam EcoLab. While maintaining comprehensive liberal arts offerings, Marian has established itself in nursing education, business, and education programs, with all undergraduate students required to live on campus for their first two years. The university competes in the NAIA's Crossroads League, with its cycling team having earned multiple national championships.
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| GPA | 3.56 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Aug 1, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $0 |
| Room and Board | $12,000 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,771 |
| Total One Year Cost | $54,571 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 55% |
| Health Professions | 18% |
| Recreation, Leisure and Fitness Studies | 5% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 4% |
| Psychology | 3% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=151786 IPEDS survey data for Marian University.
Current students may use the Marian University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2024