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About Milligan University

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Milligan University is a private university in Milligan, TN, known for its faith based mission, small class sizes, and christian liberal arts. With an acceptance rate of 67%, Milligan University is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 175 students each year. Milligan University is test optional; submitting a strong score can strengthen an application, though it is not required for consideration. Milligan University offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $27,606 per year; the sticker price of $48,858 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Milligan University acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

67%
Overall Accept Rate
24
Median Admitted ACT

Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Milligan University

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Essay Strategy
Milligan is a Christian liberal arts university with a strong faith identity, so be authentic and specific about how your own faith or values connect to what you want from your college experience. Admissions readers will notice if your essay feels generic versus genuinely aligned with a faith-formed community.
Demonstrated Interest
Milligan is a small residential campus in the Appalachian Highlands and genuinely values students who choose it intentionally, so visit in person or attend a virtual open house and follow up with your admissions counselor by name after your interaction.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What Milligan University actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$49k/yr$15.1k
30k-48k~$49k/yr$14.6k
48k-75k~$49k/yr$16.4k
75k-110k~$49k/yr$22.3k
110k+~$49k/yr$26.4k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

60%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$43k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
9:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
793
Undergrad Enrollment
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