Cost & ROI · 2026
Is Marian University-Ancilla worth it?
Pay $19,463/yr after aid. Graduates earn a median of $58,759 ten years out — about 3.0× the annual cost. EduGradify value grade: B.
The ROI math, in 30 seconds
Benchmarks
Marian University-Ancilla vs Indiana avg vs national avg
How this school stacks up against the typical Indiana college and the typical US college.
| Metric | Marian University-Ancilla | Indiana avg | National avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avg net price | ▼ $19,463 | $19,858 | $18,467 |
| Median earnings 10y | ▲ $58,759 | $55,495 | $50,834 |
| Median debt | ▼ $27,000 | $22,640 | $19,694 |
| Graduation rate | — | 54.4% | 49.9% |
| Acceptance rate | ▲ 91.7% | 76.5% | 72.3% |
Hidden cost
What you actually pay, by family income
Net price after grants and scholarships changes a lot depending on family income. Find your bracket.
Total cost
4-year cost projection
Estimated net price each year through graduation, assuming a typical 3% annual tuition increase.
Sticker price (without aid) would run roughly $153,220 over four years. Most students get $18,842/yr in grants and scholarships.
Debt math
Loan repayment scenarios
If you borrow the median $27,000 at a 6.5% federal rate, here's what each repayment plan looks like.
Debt-to-earnings: 46% of one year's median pay. Financial advisors recommend keeping student debt under 100% of expected first-year salary. You're well below that threshold.
Lifetime impact
Lifetime earnings boost vs no degree
Over a typical 40-year career, the median Marian University-Ancilla grad earns about $550,360 more than a high school graduate (assuming HS median ≈ $45k/yr, BLS).
Caveat: this is a population median, not a guarantee. Actual outcomes vary widely by major, career path, and individual choices. We're showing the median to set realistic expectations.
The verdict
What the numbers say about Marian University-Ancilla
The average student at Marian University-Ancilla pays $19,463 a year after grants and scholarships, against a $38,305 published sticker price. That is below the IN average net price of $19,858.
Ten years after entry, graduates earn a median of $58,759 — above the IN median of $55,495. Weighed against what students actually pay, EduGradify models this as an exceptional investment.
Typical graduates borrow about $27,000, roughly $293 a month on a standard ten-year plan — a moderate load at about 46% of one year's median earnings.
Smart alternatives
Cheaper Indiana colleges with comparable outcomes
Same state, at least 20% lower net price, with earnings within reach of Marian University-Ancilla.
Frequently asked
Cost & ROI questions
What is the net price at Marian University-Ancilla?
The average net price — what students actually pay after grants and scholarships — is $19,463 per year. That's $18,842/yr in financial aid against the $38,305 sticker price. Over four years, that adds up to roughly $77,852.
How much do Marian University-Ancilla graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, Marian University-Ancilla graduates earn a median of $58,759 per year — above the national average of $50,834. That's about 3.0× the annual net cost.
How much debt do Marian University-Ancilla graduates take on?
Median federal loan debt at graduation is $27,000 — about $293/month on a standard 10-year repayment plan (assuming a 6.5% federal rate). 81.9% of students take federal loans.
Is Marian University-Ancilla worth the cost?
EduGradify assigns Marian University-Ancilla a value grade of B — top 49% on real ROI nationally. The math: pay $19,463/yr, earn $58,759/yr ten years out, ROI score of 7.55. Exceptional Investment.
What financial aid is available at Marian University-Ancilla?
60.7% of students receive federal Pell Grants (need-based federal aid). 81.9% take federal student loans. On average, students get $18,842 per year in grants and scholarships off the sticker price.
What's the difference between in-state and out-of-state tuition at Marian University-Ancilla?
In-state tuition is $20,100 per year. Out-of-state tuition is $20,100 per year — a difference of $0/yr or $0 over four years.
How does net price change with family income at Marian University-Ancilla?
Net price is income-adjusted — lower-income families typically pay much less. Students from families earning under $30k pay about $15,964. Students from families earning over $110k pay about $26,320. See the chart below for all five income bands.
How we calculate ROI
Every number on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. ROI score = (median earnings 10 years out × 10) / (avg net price × 4). The higher the ratio, the more graduates earn per dollar invested. We then percentile-rank every US college on that score to assign letter grades A+ through D. Read the full methodology →