Newman University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Newman University
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Roman Catholic
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: Yes
Accreditation: regional
Newman University is a small private university located on an urban campus in Wichita, Kansas. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 2,398, and admissions are very selective, with an acceptance rate of 48%. The university offers 39 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 54%, and a student-faculty ratio of 13:1. Tuition and fees for students are $35,500.
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot considered for admission, even if submitted (Test Blind)
High school transcriptRequired to be considered for admission
High school rankNot considered for admission, even if submitted
Letter of recommendationNot considered for admission, even if submitted
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programNot considered for admission, even if submitted
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile17-25
SAT 25th-75th Percentile985-1190
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
3k
Students enrolled
32%
Online student enrollment
13:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
67%
Unknown
1%
Black
3%
Hispanic
16%
Two or more races
5%
Non-U.S. Citizen
3%
Asian
4%
American Indian/Alaska Native
1%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
31% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
9
Total Online Enrollment
884
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.32% online, 68% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
84% On-campus
16% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
Certificates100% online
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor's8% online
Graduate CertificateNot offered
Master's44% online
Doctorate50% online
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $59,784 | $59,784 |
| Graduate | $54,672 | $54,672 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,200 |
| On-campus room and board | $17,758 |
| On-campus other expenses | $2,600 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $81,342 | $81,342 |
| Off-campus without family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
| Off-campus with family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
32%
State Grant Aid
47%
Institution Grant Aid
94%
Pell Grant
31%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$21k
Average student debtafter graduation
$40k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Golf
- Soccer
- Tennis
- Track Field Xcountry
- Wrestling
- Bowling
- Softball
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 2 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 3 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 4 | Education. | |||
| 5 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 6 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 7 | History. | |||
| 8 | Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services. | |||
| 9 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 10 | Philosophy And Religious Studies. | |||
| 11 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 12 | Psychology. | |||
| 13 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 14 | Theology And Religious Vocations. | |||
| 15 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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