Manchester University and Indiana University-Bloomington are frequently compared when students or parents prepare college admissions. Manchester is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in North Manchester, IN and IU is a four-year, public school located in Bloomington, IN.
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| Manchester University | vs. | Indiana University-Bloomington |
|---|---|---|
| North Manchester, Indiana | Location | Bloomington, Indiana |
| Four-year, Private (not-for-profit) | School Type | four-year, Public |
| Doctor's degree | Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree |
| Master's College and University (smaller programs) | Carnegie Classification | Research University (very high research activity) |
| $37,135 | 2025 Tuition & Fees | In-State$12,144
Out-Of-State$41,891 |
| 97% | % Receiving Financial Aid | 68% |
| $28,464 | Average Amount of Financial Aid | $11,540 |
| 71.06 % | Acceptance Rates | 78.21 % |
| 14.71 % | Yield (Enrollment Rates) | 18.16 % |
| - | SAT Score | 1,290 |
| - | ACT Score | 30 |
| 46 % | Graduation Rate | 80 % |
| - | Transfer-out Rate | 10 % |
| 66 % | Retention Rate | 91 % |
| 1,276 | Student Population | 48,424 |
| 87 | Number of Faculties | 2,098 |
| 12 to 1 | Students to Faculty Ratio | 18 to 1 |
| Distance Learning (Online Classes), Study Abroad, Teacher Certification | Special Learning Opportunities | Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification |
| Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services | On Campus Student Services | Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services, On-campus daycare |