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Marian University-Indiana

#897 in US ranking Indianapolis, IN
Type:
Private not-for-profit
Programs:
4 years or more

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Cost

Cost / year
$57,189
Tuition & fees
$42,100
Avg. aid
$30,331
Receiving aid
97%

Admissions

Acceptance rate
95%

Outcomes

Graduation rate
67%
Median salary
$67,932
1 yr after graduation

What does Marian University-Indiana offer in terms of athletics?

Marian's Indianapolis athletic identity is the Knights, whose varsity teams compete in the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics. The university is associated with the Crossroads League, while conference arrangements can differ by sport; football has competed in the Mid-States Football Association.

Varsity offerings include sports such as basketball, football, soccer, volleyball, baseball, softball, cross-country, and track and field. Students may also encounter recreational or club activities, but those are not interchangeable with varsity roster spots or athletic-aid arrangements. Marian-affiliated athletics at another location should not be assumed to be an Indianapolis Knights program. Prospective athletes should confirm the current roster, recruiting process, and campus location for their sport.

What student groups and Associations are available at Marian University-Indiana?

Marian University offers student-government, academic, service, and interest-based organizations. Reported examples include the Student Government Association, Student Nurses Association, Knights for Life, Sigma Zeta, and Sophia Club.

These groups offer different kinds of involvement: student government represents student interests, a nursing association centers on a professional field, and academic or interest-based groups create connections beyond class. Marian also reports a student-run newspaper, theater activities, choral groups, and a marching band. Organization rosters and activity levels can change, so students seeking a particular club should check the current student-activities directory rather than relying on an older list.

Who studies at Marian University-Indiana?

Marian University reports approximately 3,486 students enrolled across its programs. Its reported entering group included 559 first-time degree-seeking undergraduates and 92 transfer-in degree-seeking undergraduates.

Indiana residents account for a large share of the reported student population: 83% were from the state, while 10% came from other U.S. states. These figures indicate that Marian draws substantially from its home state, but they do not describe any individual student's experience. Enrollment totals can include undergraduate, graduate, and professional students whose schedules and campus routines differ. Prospective students should use the population and campus most relevant to their intended program when comparing institutions.

How does student life look like at Marian University-Indiana?

Marian student life combines a residential campus experience with a substantial commuter population. About 44% of students were reported to live on campus and 56% to commute, so opportunities to connect with peers extend beyond residence halls.

Welcome activities, student organizations, performances, athletics, and service events provide different ways to participate. The university also reports a health clinic and personal or psychological counseling. For a commuter, the timing of events and the availability of places to study between classes may be especially practical considerations; for a residential student, evening programming may play a larger role. Neither pattern describes every student's schedule, particularly across undergraduate and professional programs.

What libraries are available to students at Marian University-Indiana?

The Mother Theresa Hackelmeier Memorial Library is Marian University's named main library. Library services are relevant both to students studying on campus and to those who need research materials for coursework away from it.

Students should consult the library for its current catalog, academic databases, research assistance, and access arrangements for online materials. Marian reports two campus libraries, but resources and access may vary by program and location. The reported library information does not indicate around-the-clock study-area access, so students who need late-night space should check current building hours. Availability of group-study space and borrowing arrangements should likewise be confirmed through the library's current service information.

Marian University-Indiana Student Life for 2027

Total enrollment

3486

Full Time Degree Seeking Freshmen

544

Member of Athletic Associations

NAIA, NJCAA

Total staff

230 full time, 302 part time

Veterans affair office

No

Marian University-Indiana Student Body

Undergraduate vs. graduate students

Undergraduate: 2,378
Graduate: 1,108

Full-time vs. part-time students

Full-time: 2,966
Part-time: 520

Full-time degree-seeking students by gender

Women: 289
Men: 255

Students by race/ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino: 330
Black or African American: 377
White: 1,274
American Indian or Alaska Native: 3
Asian: 55
Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 1
Two or more races: 129
Unknown: 38

Marian University-Indiana Sports & Athletics

  • Member of NAIA
  • Member of NJCAA

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

Both–Both

Bowling

Both–Both

Cheerleading

Both–Both

Cross-country running

Both–Both

Football

MenBothMen

Golf

Both–Both

Lacrosse

Women–Women

Rugby

Men–Men

Soccer

Both–Both

Softball

Women–Women

Tennis

Both–Both

Track and field

Both–Both

Ultimate Frisbee

–Both–

Volleyball

WomenBothWomen

Wrestling

Men–Men

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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