College comparison

Earlham College vs Manchester 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	Earlham College Richmond, IN	Manchester University North Manchester, IN
Acceptance rateManchester University is more selective	73%	71%
SAT (25–75)	1110–1290	—
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	670	936
Avg net price	$24,714	$18,805
Median earnings (10 yr)Manchester University reports higher median earnings	$50,797	$51,504
Graduation rate	69%	46%
Median debt	$23,488	$26,854
Economic mobility	0.2%	0.4%
Test policy	—	—
Type	Private (nonprofit)	Private (nonprofit)

Quick answers

Is Earlham College or Manchester University harder to get into?

Manchester University is more selective: Earlham College's acceptance rate is approximately 73% and Manchester University's is approximately 71% (estimates from public and primary sources).

What SAT score do you need for Earlham College vs Manchester University?

The middle-50% SAT range is 1110–1290 at Earlham College and — at Manchester 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.