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Marshall University
Huntington,
WV
•4-Year Public•
Acceptance Rate97%
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About Marshall University
Marshall University is a public, state university in the city of Huntington, West Virginia. Marshall University was founded in 1837. The college enrolls around 10,835 students per year, including 7,968 undergrads.
Marshall University Acceptance Rate 2022
It is moderately difficult to get into Marshall University. Around 97% of applicants get into Marshall University each year. In 2022, 6,356 students applied to Marshall University and 6,158 were admitted.
| Marshall University Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 97% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | ED not offered |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | EA not offered |
| Average GPA | 3.6 |
| Test Optional | May require tests |
| Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 21% |
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Marshall University is located in the city of Huntington, West Virginia,.
If you would like to see Marshall University for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 64 to Huntington, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Huntington Tri-State Airport.
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College Info
Marshall University Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Aug 1
Transfer Applications are Due
Continuous processing
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Marshall University is Aug 1.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Marshall University is Continuous processing.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
Marshall University SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
900 - 1150
Math SAT Range
430 - 550
Reading SAT Range
460 - 600
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
SAT Score
Estimated Chance
1150 and Above
Good
900 to 1150
Avg
900 and Less
Low
SAT Scores Needed to Get Accepted
The median SAT score for Marshall University students is 1048. Applicants with SAT scores of 1150 and above have a good chance of being admitted to Marshall University, while applicants with SAT scores between 900 to 1150 have an average chance of admittance, and prospective students with an SAT score below 900 have a low chance of being offered a spot at Marshall University.
Marshall University Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$21,456
In State$32,510
Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$7,190
$18,244
Fees
$1,414
$1,414
Housing
$12,852
$12,852
Books
Unknown
Unknown
Student Life
Wondering what life at Marshall University is like? There are approximately 10,835 students enrolled at Marshall University, including 7,968 undergraduate students and 2,867 graduate students. 80% percent of students attend school full-time, 80% percent are from WV and 20% percent of students are from other states.
80%
Full Time20%
Part Time80%
In State20%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
10,835
Campus Setting
Urban
Acceptance Rate
97%
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Aug 1
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