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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Fond Du Lac, WI

Marian University

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in WI. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$33,000

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

66.8%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

45.6%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$53,501

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Marian University is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Fond Du Lac, WI. With a competitive tuition profile of $33,000, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 45.6% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$132,000

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

5.6 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$23,501

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$103,010

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$338,020

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 46%

Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Marian University is $25,000.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
64.0%
36.0%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
67.7%
Hispanic
9.9%
Black
6.9%
International
5.4%
Unknown
3.7%
Two or more
3.2%
Asian
1.9%
American Indian / Alaska Native
1.1%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.1%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$33,000

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$24,155
$30k - $48k$21,978
$48k - $75k$20,296
$75k+$21,839

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$25,000
Pell Grant Recipients31.7%
Using Federal Loans78.3%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment61.1%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

62.3%

Success

45.6%

In-State Cost

$33,000

Age 25+ Students

23.4%

Carnegie Class

Master's: Medium

Working at 6yr

596 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Fond Du Lac (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Fond Du Lac (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.

Living In Fond Du Lac

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$691

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$796

Monthly Average

🏘️

2 Bedrooms

$1,005

Monthly Average

🏢

3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Fond Du Lac metropolitan area.