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2022 Best Colleges for Student Athletes in Indiana

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  1. University of Notre Dame

    • 4 Year
    • NOTRE DAME, IN
    • 1,339 reviews
    #1 Best Colleges for Student Athletes in Indiana

    Freshman: The thing that stood out to me about the University of Notre Dame was my professors! They have all been willing to go the extra mile in order to teach, be it holding long office hours and staying later or staying back long after class has ended, especially before exams. Their passion not only for the subject but for our education really helped me through some tough courses. Furthermore, the community is excellent. Notre Dame is truly a family, and dorm communities are very distinct and strong. Each dorm has its own mascots and colors and become a part of a person's identity. It is similar to Greek life but without the negatives of rushing and hazing. Everybody is very kind and inclusive.
    Read 1,339 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
      Athletics
    • 16% Acceptance Rate
    • $30,536 Net Price
    • 1400-1550 SAT Range
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  2. Purdue University

    • 4 Year
    • WEST LAFAYETTE, IN
    • 4,772 reviews
    #2 Best Colleges for Student Athletes in Indiana

    Junior: Purdue University is a wonderful institution. The campus is absolutely beautiful, especially in the summer when it gives off a "fantasy" vibe. The faculty, in general is great. Many professors are generous and kind to their students. The courses can be a bit tough, but that is to be expected at a high-achieving university. In general, these difficult classes will make you well-prepared for any challenges that come your way. Don't be discouraged! Everything is doable. Try your best and see where things end up.
    Read 4,772 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A
      Athletics
    • 60% Acceptance Rate
    • $12,684 Net Price
    • 1190-1440 SAT Range
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  3. Indiana University - Bloomington

    • 4 Year
    • BLOOMINGTON, IN
    • 4,658 reviews
    #3 Best Colleges for Student Athletes in Indiana

    Junior: Awesome school overall! Great social life for anyone because there are so many different types of people and things to do. Whether you like to go out all the time or do something more chill, there's something for you. Basketball games have THE best atmosphere in the country - Hoosier fans go crazy. Professors here are highly qualified and always looking to help you out whenever. They really want you to succeed and will help you do that as long as you put the effort in on your end. The alumni base is huge and always looking to hire IU alum. Companies come to campus looking for IU grads. So many different majors with highly rated programs. Many modern buildings for quiet study time. Best school for the overall college experience both socially and academically. Proud to be a Hoosier!
    Read 4,658 Reviews

    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
      Athletics
    • 78% Acceptance Rate
    • $13,036 Net Price
    • 1150-1360 SAT Range
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  4. Butler University

    • 4 Year
    • INDIANAPOLIS, IN
    • 1,343 reviews
    #4 Best Colleges for Student Athletes in Indiana

    Freshman: Overall, I have loved my experience here at Butler University. The campus is beautiful, there are always many fun activities going on, and the professors all truly care about you. Since Butler is a smaller-sized school, you can truly get to know your professors due to the small class sizes and I love that I have gotten to form relationships with them!
    Read 1,343 Reviews

    • A minus
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A minus
      Athletics
    • 73% Acceptance Rate
    • $39,923 Net Price
    • 1150-1330 SAT Range
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  5. University of Evansville

    • 4 Year
    • EVANSVILLE, IN
    • 705 reviews
    #5 Best Colleges for Student Athletes in Indiana

    Sophomore: I love the size of this university! If you want to get to know your professors and have one on one interactions often, this university if perfect for you! I honestly would not change anything about this university. I feel so included and welcomed here.
    Read 705 Reviews

    • B+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B+
      Athletics
    • 71% Acceptance Rate
    • $21,978 Net Price
    • 1090-1290 SAT Range
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  6. Valparaiso University

    • 4 Year
    • VALPARAISO, IN
    • 1,089 reviews
    #6 Best Colleges for Student Athletes in Indiana

    Alum: I had a wonderful experience studying at Valparaiso University. Not only did I study things I cared about with very distinguished professors and like-minded peers, but I gained confidence in my ability to craft a life that I enjoy living! I only wish I had gained a larger network, and learned better how to use networking skills to find and advance my career.
    Read 1,089 Reviews

    • A minus
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B+
      Athletics
    • 86% Acceptance Rate
    • $21,824 Net Price
    • 1070-1290 SAT Range
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  7. Ball State University

    • 4 Year
    • MUNCIE, IN
    • 3,625 reviews
    #7 Best Colleges for Student Athletes in Indiana

    Alum: I loved the people I there and the majority of the professors. However, there are a few bad apples. The students however are amazing! EVERYONE is so friendly. I off-campus housing is cheap. Love the people I met there and learned a lot. However I was a double major and they didn't tell me I was only getting one degree instead of two (despite being a double major and finishing both requirements for each major) until four weeks before graduation.
    Read 3,625 Reviews

    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A minus
      Athletics
    • 77% Acceptance Rate
    • $13,533 Net Price
    • 1080-1240 SAT Range
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  8. Purdue University Northwest

    • 4 Year
    • HAMMOND, IN
    • 1,431 reviews
    #8 Best Colleges for Student Athletes in Indiana

    Freshman: I enjoy the overall experience of college. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it is unfortunate that I cannot interact with the students as much as I would like. As a freshman, it is important to make connections, but it is not very safe at this time.

    I like the Professors, who helped me so much during the semester,
    I also like the campus itself, with beautiful plants outside, and nice study areas inside.

    What could be changed is the nice staff and lower-priced food; I have encountered faculty members who are not very pleasant, and that is disappointing for a first-year student. I understand that people have bad days (I have many), but working in a field where you are interacting with other people lends itself to at least being pleasant. Also, money for college students is hard to come by as is, and lower-priced food would be beneficial. A nitpick, but important.

    In closing, I feel that this school is a great campus, and I am looking forward to completing my work here!
    Read 1,431 Reviews

    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B minus
      Athletics
    • 29% Acceptance Rate
    • $10,157 Net Price
    • 980-1160 SAT Range
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  9. Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology

    • 4 Year
    • TERRE HAUTE, IN
    • 409 reviews
    #9 Best Colleges for Student Athletes in Indiana

    Junior: Love Rose-Hulman! If you're looking for a party school, this certainly isn't it. If you want somewhere you can get a great education from professors that care, then look no further. One of my math professors took the time to build our graphs in Minecraft so that we'd have a visual representation of what we were studying. He was so passionate about teaching that he went home at night and worked on that. All of the professors at Rose are very dedicated to helping students learn in and out of the classroom. Even with everything that's going on due to COVID, Rose is taking individual needs into consideration and is creating a much better environment that most the schools my friends go to. It's a great place to learn and a fun place to be in general. If you're going to attend Rose, definitely recommend living on campus. The on-campus atmosphere is like no other and you'll make more lifetime friends than you even thought possible.
    Read 409 Reviews

    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B minus
      Athletics
    • 74% Acceptance Rate
    • $45,356 Net Price
    • 1250-1460 SAT Range
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  12. Taylor University

    • 4 Year
    • UPLAND, IN
    • 1,063 reviews
    #10 Best Colleges for Student Athletes in Indiana

    Sophomore: Taylor University is a family. You will find a great dorm environment no matter where you live and everyone is always nice. Instead of students looking down at their phones on the way to class, people always are looking up and smile and say hello to each other. The professors are wonderful too! They look out for their students and genuinely care for them. They offer opportunities for students to get real life experiences and put in effort to the student’s spiritual life.
    Read 1,063 Reviews

    • A minus
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B
      Athletics
    • 68% Acceptance Rate
    • $26,703 Net Price
    • 1080-1310 SAT Range
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  13. DePauw University

    • 4 Year
    • GREENCASTLE, IN
    • 550 reviews
    #11 Best Colleges for Student Athletes in Indiana

    Alum: As a recent graduate, there's little I would change about my DePauw experience. Maybe I would have gone on a full semester abroad or check out one of the Honors or Fellows programs if I had to do it over. I loved every moment of my DePauw experience and continue to enjoy the countless connections I made with faculty, staff, alumni & friends. Sure, Greencastle Indiana may not be your first dream destination of home away from home but it quickly became a home for me. The town has grown a lot since when I first looked at DePauw. The community there is small and close knit, you'll get to know people quickly both on campus and in town. While DePauw has 2,000 students it never felt too small. You're always meeting new friends. You will also stop and chat with a familiar face on campus. Having a beautiful campus with close to 700 acres of space definitely helps things and it feels like a massive campus when you're there. You won't find a better liberal arts college experience than at DePauw.
    Read 550 Reviews

    • A minus
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B minus
      Athletics
    • 64% Acceptance Rate
    • $29,557 Net Price
    • 1130-1360 SAT Range
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  14. Marian University Indianapolis

    • 4 Year
    • INDIANAPOLIS, IN
    • 444 reviews
    #12 Best Colleges for Student Athletes in Indiana

    Freshman: Marian University is a faith-based community that strives in academic excellence and excels in an educational environment. This college has lots to offer with high placing sport teams, a diverse community, and daily opportunities to serve, all while learning from top notch professors. Marian's Business and Nursing school, their most common and well known schools, continue to thrive in excellence and prepare many students to transcend into the world.
    Read 444 Reviews

    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B+
      Athletics
    • 62% Acceptance Rate
    • $20,572 Net Price
    • 970-1180 SAT Range
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  15. Earlham College

    • 4 Year
    • RICHMOND, IN
    • 256 reviews
    #13 Best Colleges for Student Athletes in Indiana

    Alum: As an international student who came to the United States for the first time in my life, studying at Earlham College was the best decision, I have ever made. The best experience at Earlham College was that I met so many other international students in class and domestic students who were passionate about learning more about different cultures. Thanks to their presence, I felt like I am not the minority on campus.
    Earlham has a culturally inclusive environment, so whoever I talked to, I felt respected and heard. Earlham students are supportive and understanding, so whenever I needed some help, students were willing to show their helping hands to me. I was truly blessed to be in the open-minded, friendly, and caring community.
    Read 256 Reviews

    • B+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • C+
      Athletics
    • 63% Acceptance Rate
    • $23,043 Net Price
    • 1100-1370 SAT Range
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  16. Hanover College

    • 4 Year
    • HANOVER, IN
    • 464 reviews
    #14 Best Colleges for Student Athletes in Indiana

    Junior: Hanover College is a very small school that allows students to have personal, one-on-one experiences with professors, alumni, and other students. From close-knit campus events to academic buildings, any student can find a place that they belong along with their own "college family". You are encouraged to hone and develop new skills, whether they are for building a career or exploring new interests and hobbies. The small campus allows for easy navigation to classes each term; one can do a whole lap of the campus in under 35 minutes. There are some cons, however. Some academic departments are understaffed, which leads to quite a few students having to jumo through extra hoops in order to graduate on time and not have to change their major. Another concern is how the money paid by students is being spent to further improve the school. Housing issues run rampant but money is constantly being spent to make the campus more appealing to non-students.
    Read 464 Reviews

    • B+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B minus
      Athletics
    • 65% Acceptance Rate
    • $22,376 Net Price
    • 1030-1240 SAT Range
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  17. Indiana Wesleyan University

    • 4 Year
    • MARION, IN
    • 1,083 reviews
    #15 Best Colleges for Student Athletes in Indiana

    Junior: I’ve loved everything about IWU! It has turned my school experiences around 10000000%. I used to not enjoy going to school, learning, and honestly just showing up. After high school, I wasn’t sure what I wanted to do so I dabbled in a few things. I attended a few in school colleges and really my anxiety was too bad to even focus. I worked full time for awhile (with kids specifically) and about 3 years ago decided maybe I should go back to school but try online. I was so nervous to attend school online because I didn’t want to fail, but IWU made my experience amazing. I immediately talked to an admission counselor and she put my mind to ease. She explained everything to not only me but my parents as well. She helped make everything work out for me and I’m still in contact with her to this day. I’m so beyond grateful for all IWU has given to me and continues to.
    Read 1,083 Reviews

    • B+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B
      Athletics
    • 67% Acceptance Rate
    • $21,619 Net Price
    • 1020-1230 SAT Range
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  18. University of Southern Indiana

    • 4 Year
    • EVANSVILLE, IN
    • 949 reviews
    #16 Best Colleges for Student Athletes in Indiana

    Senior: Despite initially not wanting to choose USI for my undergraduate experience, the campus and its people have exceeded my expectations over and over again. The community on- and off-campus has always been very welcoming and there is plenty to do in the area! Additionally, my professors, advisors, and on-campus co-workers have always been incredibly understanding and helpful in assisting me through my college experience! The only criticism I can make about the university is that it can sometimes be slow to make changes to policies even when student demand for change may be high.
    Read 949 Reviews

    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B+
      Athletics
    • 93% Acceptance Rate
    • $13,360 Net Price
    • 980-1170 SAT Range
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  19. Indiana University-Purdue University - Indianapolis (IUPUI)

    • 4 Year
    • INDIANAPOLIS, IN
    • 3,735 reviews
    #17 Best Colleges for Student Athletes in Indiana

    Junior: This is my first semester at IUPUI, I transferred from Ivy Tech Community College, where I obtained an Associate of Science in Human Services. My first connection with the IUPUI staff was insightful, made me want to work harder, and allowed me to feel with the proper steps I too can become a Jaguar! During orientation week I felt a sense of pride and togetherness as "established students" gave us incoming students a tour of the campus, everyone seemed connected in one way or the other- this experience made me eager to embark on my journey at IUPUI. As a first time generation college student having to navigate through the system and figure out how to apply for scholarships, grants, and other gifts for my educational funding was extremely overwhelming and can be slightly confusing. I just want to take what I already know and marry it to the knowledge that's to come, so that I can best serve my surrounding communities.
    Read 3,735 Reviews

    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B
      Athletics
    • 81% Acceptance Rate
    • $9,807 Net Price
    • 1000-1200 SAT Range
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  22. Manchester University

    • 4 Year
    • NORTH MANCHESTER, IN
    • 437 reviews
    #18 Best Colleges for Student Athletes in Indiana

    Freshman: Manchester University has a wonderful and smaller campus and a much smaller student body than your average college. This smaller student body allows for professors to better provide personalized experiences for students. The dining options on campus are convenient and the dorms are nicely sized. There is currently, as of February 2021, an empty and unused administration building that I would love to see used to better the campus, but there is no known project being done with the building. The price for attending Manchester is hefty but scholarships and required loans do help lower the price tag. Come to Manchester for the experience, if you can afford it, but if you're just looking to get a degree, I advise you to attend elsewhere.
    Read 437 Reviews

    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B minus
      Athletics
    • 56% Acceptance Rate
    • $17,938 Net Price
    • 865-1090 SAT Range
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  23. University of Indianapolis

    • 4 Year
    • INDIANAPOLIS, IN
    • 1,034 reviews
    #19 Best Colleges for Student Athletes in Indiana

    Freshman: The campus is overall great. The professors that I have had all care about you and your success at the school. The campus is pretty and small, which for me personally is a plus. It's easy to get to class from all parts of campus. The new apartments are awesome, but the freshman buildings are kind of iffy. There's a sushi place in the new Health Pavilion that you can use your swipes for, and everyone is friendly. I have had a great experience at Uindy so far!
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    • B minus
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B+
      Athletics
    • 93% Acceptance Rate
    • $21,161 Net Price
    • 980-1190 SAT Range
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  24. Purdue University Fort Wayne

    • 4 Year
    • FORT WAYNE, IN
    • 1,225 reviews
    #20 Best Colleges for Student Athletes in Indiana

    Junior: Very opening and welcoming. People are always there to help and many sources are readily available. Whether you need printing services or someone to speak to, sources are always available when needed. Lots of opportunities and clubs to socialize and many events are held throughout the year! Safe environment and great professors
    Read 1,225 Reviews

    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B
      Athletics
    • 81% Acceptance Rate
    • $11,444 Net Price
    • 970-1190 SAT Range
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  25. Indiana Institute of Technology

    • 4 Year
    • FORT WAYNE, IN
    • 580 reviews
    #21 Best Colleges for Student Athletes in Indiana

    Sophomore: Overall, Indiana Tech is a very nice and wonderful facility with excellent professors. The tuition is fairly high, but not as high as some bigger colleges in the area. It's the price you pay, however, for smaller classes with more interaction and help from your professors, which can greatly improve your understanding of the course material and allow you to pass with good marks.
    Read 580 Reviews

    • B minus
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B
      Athletics
    • 60% Acceptance Rate
    • $18,793 Net Price
    • 930-1150 SAT Range
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  26. Goshen College

    • 4 Year
    • GOSHEN, IN
    • 151 reviews
    #22 Best Colleges for Student Athletes in Indiana

    Sophomore: I really enjoy Goshen. I love the vibe on campus, and the friends that I've made. My classes are interesting and are taught by well-qualified professors who make time for their students and are willing to help people overcome their individual challenges. The environment on campus is very open and accepting, though parts of the surrounding community are quite politically characteristic of Indiana. Like all colleges, it has its faults, but those faults are immediately and intensely memeified by the campus community and we laugh together over the little quirks.
    Read 151 Reviews

    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B minus
      Athletics
    • 63% Acceptance Rate
    • $19,772 Net Price
    • 1010-1210 SAT Range
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  29. University of Saint Francis - Indiana

    • 4 Year
    • FORT WAYNE, IN
    • 440 reviews
    #23 Best Colleges for Student Athletes in Indiana

    Junior: Saint Francis provides the perfect balance of small classes and a small campus. This campus is also perfect for commuter students because there are many places to study or relax. You'll learn to know everyone in your program and all the professors in your program will know your name. The class sizes are perfect because the professors still are able to work one-on-one with students as needed. You will always feel welcomed! The professors are always willing to help and although they have high expectations you never feel overwhelmed because they are well versed in their careers and are great communicators. The courses are rigorous and truly leave you feeling as though you are a better person or have learned much during the course of the semester.
    Read 440 Reviews

    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B+
      Athletics
    • 96% Acceptance Rate
    • $18,055 Net Price
    • 950-1170 SAT Range
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  30. Indiana State University

    • 4 Year
    • TERRE HAUTE, IN
    • 2,090 reviews
    #24 Best Colleges for Student Athletes in Indiana

    Freshman: My experience at Indiana State University was amazing. From the day I had my first visit I knew it was where I needed to be. The atmosphere is so warm and welcoming from the moment you walk in. Coming into college as a freshman is nerve racking enough, but adding a pandemic is just the cherry on top. My first semester was nothing but amazing. The university did everything they could to make the year as fun as possible while following all the social distancing guidelines. I truly can say ISU is my home away from home and would recommend it to anyone!
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    • C+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B+
      Athletics
    • 90% Acceptance Rate
    • $12,996 Net Price
    • 910-1120 SAT Range
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  31. Trine University

    • 4 Year
    • ANGOLA, IN
    • 608 reviews
    #25 Best Colleges for Student Athletes in Indiana

    Freshman: I was pleasantly surprised by my first year at Trine. Despite the struggles of COVID, the university has managed to safely maintain many "normal" activities. Trine students were able to participate in in-person classes for the entire fall semester of 2020. Though campus life has been affected by the pandemic, Trine has done its best to provide as many activities as possible, offering them virtually when possible and necessary.

    Academics at this school are wonderful. My teachers are engaging and connect with their students. They value our beliefs and treat us with respect, not wanting to waste our time. I've only been at Trine for one semester, but I've already learned so much, and I'm excited to keep going.
    Read 608 Reviews

    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B
      Athletics
    • 82% Acceptance Rate
    • $23,202 Net Price
    • 1040-1260 SAT Range
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    Wabash College

    • 4 Year
    • CRAWFORDSVILLE, IN
    • 166 reviews

    Freshman: Wabash is a great college to attend if you are wanting a well-rounded education. The liberal arts approach to learning helps students to learn many skills that they wouldn't otherwise learn. As a biology guy, I was not expecting to be taking any classics classes, but I ended up taking one and really enjoyed it! I am confident that upon leaving Wabash I will find success in whatever I choose to pursue.
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    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 64% Acceptance Rate
    • $21,285 Net Price
    • 1120-1320 SAT Range
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    Hanover College

    • 4 Year
    • HANOVER, IN
    • 464 reviews

    Junior: Hanover College is a very small school that allows students to have personal, one-on-one experiences with professors, alumni, and other students. From close-knit campus events to academic buildings, any student can find a place that they belong along with their own "college family". You are encouraged to hone and develop new skills, whether they are for building a career or exploring new interests and hobbies. The small campus allows for easy navigation to classes each term; one can do a whole lap of the campus in under 35 minutes. There are some cons, however. Some academic departments are understaffed, which leads to quite a few students having to jumo through extra hoops in order to graduate on time and not have to change their major. Another concern is how the money paid by students is being spent to further improve the school. Housing issues run rampant but money is constantly being spent to make the campus more appealing to non-students.
    Read 464 Reviews

    • B+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 65% Acceptance Rate
    • $22,376 Net Price
    • 1030-1240 SAT Range
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    Manchester University

    • 4 Year
    • NORTH MANCHESTER, IN
    • 437 reviews

    Freshman: Manchester University has a wonderful and smaller campus and a much smaller student body than your average college. This smaller student body allows for professors to better provide personalized experiences for students. The dining options on campus are convenient and the dorms are nicely sized. There is currently, as of February 2021, an empty and unused administration building that I would love to see used to better the campus, but there is no known project being done with the building. The price for attending Manchester is hefty but scholarships and required loans do help lower the price tag. Come to Manchester for the experience, if you can afford it, but if you're just looking to get a degree, I advise you to attend elsewhere.
    Read 437 Reviews

    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 56% Acceptance Rate
    • $17,938 Net Price
    • 865-1090 SAT Range
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