College comparison

Ashland University vs Marian University

A side-by-side of acceptance rate, test scores, and cost — source-cited estimates, not guarantees. Want the number that actually matters for your student? Model your admit odds at each.

Metric	Ashland University Ashland, OH	Marian University Indianapolis, IN
Acceptance rateAshland University is more selective	76%	95%
SAT (25–75)	1035–1208	—
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	2,199	2,266
Avg net price	$21,988	$24,018
Median earnings (10 yr)Marian University reports higher median earnings	$52,928	$58,759
Graduation rate	61%	67%
Median debt	$25,000	$27,000
Economic mobility	0.6%	—
Test policy	—	—
Type	Private (nonprofit)	Private (nonprofit)

Quick answers

Is Ashland University or Marian University harder to get into?

Ashland University is more selective: Ashland University's acceptance rate is approximately 76% and Marian University's is approximately 95% (estimates from public and primary sources).

What SAT score do you need for Ashland University vs Marian University?

The middle-50% SAT range is 1035–1208 at Ashland University and — at Marian University. Scores outside these bands are still admitted, especially with strong applications.

Figures are estimates compiled from public datasets (College Scorecard / IPEDS) and primary sources; verify with each institution before relying on them.

These outputs are estimates from a baseline model — not guarantees of admission, cost, or outcome.