Mount Marty University is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Yankton, South Dakota with 697 undergraduates. It admits 43% of applicants, costs an average of $21,395 a year after grants and graduates 63% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Mount Marty University acceptance rate and admissions
Mount Marty University admitted 43% of applicants for fall 2024, about 1 in 2. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024. The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Mount Marty University application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Regular decision | Jul 29, 2027 |
Next deadline: Regular decision, Jul 29, 2027. Application fee through the Common App: free for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on Mount Marty University’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
Mount Marty University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $35,775 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $10,300 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $49,788 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $21,395 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $21,395 a year after grants and scholarships, $28,393 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Mount Marty University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Mount Marty University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 63% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $52,585 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $23,250 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 44% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Mount Marty University majors and what graduates earn
Mount Marty University awarded bachelor's degrees in 19 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from nursing ($67,187).
All 19 majors at Mount Marty University
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing | 22 | $69,309 | $67,187 | $23,000 |
| Business administration | 20 | $46,762 | $59,205 | $22,000 |
| Teacher education by grade level | 25 | $46,129 | $49,652 | $23,328 |
| Kinesiology and exercise science | 25 | n/a | n/a | $23,000 |
| Teacher education by subject | 12 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Accounting | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Facilities Management | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Criminal justice | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Allied health (PA, radiography, therapy and more) | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Special education | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Interdisciplinary studies, other | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Social Sciences, General | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Health/Medical Preparatory Programs | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Psychology | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Biology | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| English | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Art and design, general | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| History | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Medical lab science | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Mount Marty University
6 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 6 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing | Professional doctorate | 34 | n/a | n/a |
| Biotechnology | Master's | 12 | n/a | n/a |
| Teacher education by subject | Master's | 10 | n/a | n/a |
| Nursing | Master's | 6 | $118,003 | n/a |
| Nursing | Doctoral | 3 | $224,939 | $198,476 |
| Curriculum and Instruction | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 697 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 43% women, 57% men
- 12 students for every faculty member
- Setting: remote town
- Accredited by Higher Learning Commission
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Mount Marty University?
Mount Marty University admitted 43% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Mount Marty University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $35,775. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $21,395 a year in 2024-25.
Is Mount Marty University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Mount Marty University reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Mount Marty University?
63% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Mount Marty University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $52,585 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.