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Millikin University
Decatur, ILPrivate NonprofitCity Setting
Less Selective • 67% Acceptance
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Overview & Identity
Millikin University is a private nonprofit institution located in the city setting of Decatur, IL. The university supports an undergraduate student body of 1.4K students and has an admission acceptance rate of 67%.
Quick Facts
Institution Type
Private Nonprofit
Student Population
1.4K (Small)
Admissions Selectivity
67% (Less Selective)
Predominant Degree
Bachelor's
Locale / Setting
City
Admissions & Academics
Admitted Student Scores
SAT Reading440 - 570
200typical 50% range800
SAT Math420 - 560
200typical 50% range800
ACT Composite18 - 25
1typical 50% range36
67%
Acceptance Rate
Less Selective
Top Majors & Programs
Business & Marketing18% of degrees
Health Sciences11% of degrees
Social Sciences6% of degrees
Biological Sciences5% of degrees
Programs / Fields of Study
Program
Credential
Earnings 4yr
Earnings 5yr
Debt
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Credential: Doctoral Degree
Earnings 4yr: $324,655
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Business Administration, Management and Operations.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $85,419
Earnings 5yr: $110,548
Debt: N/A
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $82,200
Earnings 5yr: $77,191
Debt: $27,000
Business Administration, Management and Operations.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $71,489
Earnings 5yr: $59,166
Debt: $27,000
Marketing.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $71,399
Earnings 5yr: $72,026
Debt: N/A
Management Information Systems and Services.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $70,837
Earnings 5yr: $94,021
Debt: N/A
Biology, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $64,834
Earnings 5yr: $59,952
Debt: $20,631
Accounting and Related Services.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $60,804
Earnings 5yr: $62,366
Debt: $28,320
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $52,910
Earnings 5yr: $49,259
Debt: $27,000
Social Work.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $52,870
Earnings 5yr: $53,182
Debt: $27,000
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $48,665
Earnings 5yr: $42,885
Debt: $27,000
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $45,797
Earnings 5yr: $40,735
Debt: $27,340
Communication and Media Studies.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $45,444
Earnings 5yr: $47,358
Debt: $21,149
Visual and Performing Arts, Other.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $43,858
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: $26,000
Music.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $43,388
Earnings 5yr: $38,433
Debt: $26,996
Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $38,666
Earnings 5yr: $35,442
Debt: $27,000
Psychology, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: $48,700
Debt: N/A
Fine and Studio Arts.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: $45,765
Debt: N/A
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Tuition & Cost Portrait
Avg Net Price$21,989
In-State Tuition$26,892
Out-of-State Tuition$26,892
Net Price DifferentiatorAverage Net Price is what typical families actually pay out of pocket after receiving federal, state, and institutional grants and scholarships. It provides a more accurate metric of affordability than the sticker tuition.
Financial Assistance & Support
38%
Pell Grants
56%
Take Loans
64%
Repayment
Student Outcomes & ROI
Earnings Milestones Post-Graduation
6 Years Post-Entry
$43,100
+19% growth
10 Years Post-Entry
$51,262
Completion Signals
55%
Graduation Rate
4-Year Completion
75%
Retention Rate
1st-to-2nd Year Return
Median Debt at Graduation
$19,000
Est. Monthly Payment
$205/mo
Based on standard 10yr path
Campus & Demographics
Student Demographics & Community
Diversity Mix
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Gender Balance
46%
Men54%
WomenThe campus gender distribution displays a split of 46% men and 54% women.
Student Vitals
First-Gen Share
32%
Part-Time Share
4%
Avg Family Income
$66,334
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