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Madonna University

#725 in US ranking Livonia, MI
Type:
Private not-for-profit
Programs:
4 years or more

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Cost

Cost / year
$41,561
Tuition & fees
$29,580
Avg. aid
$16,388
Receiving aid
98%

Admissions

Acceptance rate
63%
SAT range
880–1080
Avg. ACT
23

Outcomes

Graduation rate
60%
Median salary
$67,175
1 yr after graduation

What does Madonna University offer in terms of athletics?

Madonna University competes in the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics as a member of the Wolverine-Hoosier Athletic Conference. Its teams offer a varsity pathway that is distinct from recreational exercise or informal student-organized sports.

Reported sports offerings include basketball, baseball, soccer, softball, volleyball, cross-country, track and field, and football, among others. A sport's presence in a broad campus activities listing does not establish that it is a current varsity team, so prospective athletes should check the current athletics roster and recruiting information for their particular sport. They should also ask how practice, travel, and competition fit with their academic program. Athletic participation and any athletic aid depend on team and eligibility rules; neither follows automatically from university admission.

What student groups and Associations are available at Madonna University?

Madonna University's student-organization offerings include groups focused on student representation, academic interests, identity, and leadership. Examples listed for the institution include Student Senate, the Black Student Union, the Madonna University Nursing Student Association, the Sign Language Studies Club, and the National Society of Leadership and Success.

Those examples illustrate different ways to participate: a nursing student might look for professional peers, while Student Senate offers a route into campus representation. Membership requirements and whether a group is active can change from year to year. Students seeking a particular organization should consult the current student-activities directory or an involvement event rather than relying solely on an older club list. Performing arts and service activities provide other ways to meet people without joining a professional association.

Who studies at Madonna University?

Madonna University enrolls about 2,124 students and draws heavily from Michigan. In the reported geographic breakdown, 89% were Michigan residents, 9% came from other U.S. states, and 2% came from other countries.

The entering population is not limited to traditional first-year students: the reported intake included 245 first-time degree-seeking undergraduates and 257 transfer-in students. That distinction matters for applicants looking for peers with previous college experience. The reported age counts also include students in their late twenties and older, though most students are younger than 25.

Enrollment and demographic figures describe who attended in a reporting period; they do not predict an individual student's experience. Students seeking an academic or social fit can pair these figures with the schedule of their intended program. For example, evening, online, and clinical-course schedules may shape whom a student sees regularly more than institution-wide enrollment totals do.

How does student life look like at Madonna University?

Student life at Madonna University combines a residential campus experience with a substantial commuter population. With about 31% of students living on campus and 69% commuting, opportunities to connect may depend on when students are on site as well as which activities they choose.

Classes, student organizations, athletics, arts activities, and service events provide different points of contact. The reported student-to-faculty ratio is 12 to 1, although that institution-wide measure does not guarantee a particular class size or advising arrangement. New students should pay attention to orientation and program advising, especially if they are transferring credits or entering a major with a fixed course sequence. Commuters may find it useful to compare event times with their travel and work schedules before assuming they can participate in every campus activity.

What libraries are available to students at Madonna University?

Madonna University Library is the institution's main academic library. Students can use it for coursework and research, and reported library services include reservable study rooms.

For a major paper or capstone project, useful questions are whether the library provides access to the journals and databases needed for a particular discipline, how to obtain material through interlibrary loan, and how to get research assistance in person or remotely. Online access can be especially important for commuters and students in evening courses. The library is not reported to have study areas open around the clock, so students planning late-night group work should check current hours and room-booking rules.

Madonna University Student Life for 2027

Total enrollment

2124

Full Time Degree Seeking Freshmen

304

Total staff

81 full time, 159 part time

Veterans affair office

No

Madonna University Student Body

Undergraduate vs. graduate students

Undergraduate: 1,828
Graduate: 296

Full-time vs. part-time students

Full-time: 1,445
Part-time: 679

Full-time degree-seeking students by gender

Women: 142
Men: 162

Students by race/ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino: 108
Black or African American: 322
White: 954
American Indian or Alaska Native: 4
Asian: 46
Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 1
Two or more races: 70
Unknown: 20

Freshly enrolled students' age

Under 25 years
Over 25 years

Madonna University Sports & Athletics

Varsity teams compete against other colleges, intramural teams within the school. Each column says whether men, women or both take part, and whether the sport offers athletic scholarships (Aid).

Sport

Varsity Intramural Aid

Baseball

Men–Men

Basketball

BothBothMen

Bowling

Both–Both

Cheerleading

Both–Men

Cross-country running

Both–Both

Football

Men–Men

Golf

Both–Men

Lacrosse

Both–Men

Sand volleyball

–Both–

Soccer

Both–Both

Softball

Women––

Track and field

Both–Men

Volleyball

Women––

Data last updated on November 2, 2026

Data sources: IPEDS 2024-25, Peterson 2026, College Scorecard 10/2026, Clery 2024 (2023-24), OpenAlex 2026

Figures on this profile come from federal and third-party datasets in the editions listed above and are refreshed periodically, so they may differ from what the institution currently reports. Confirm costs, deadlines and requirements with the school before making decisions.

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