Marian University and Purdue University - Purdue Polytechnic Anderson are frequently compared when students or parents prepare college admissions. Marian is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Indianapolis, IN and Purdue University - Purdue Polytechnic Anderson is a four-year, public school located in Anderson, IN.
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| Marian University | vs. | Purdue University - Purdue Polytechnic Anderson |
|---|---|---|
| Indianapolis, Indiana | Location | Anderson, Indiana |
| Four-year, Private (not-for-profit) | School Type | four-year, Public |
| Doctor's degree | Highest Degree Offered | Bachelor's degree |
| Doctoral / Research University | Carnegie Classification | Research University (very high research activity) |
| $40,664 | 2025 Tuition & Fees | In-State$6,518
Out-Of-State$15,579 |
| 72% | % Receiving Financial Aid | - |
| $30,331 | Average Amount of Financial Aid | - |
| 95.46 % | Acceptance Rates | - |
| 15.64 % | Yield (Enrollment Rates) | - |
| - | SAT Score | - |
| - | ACT Score | - |
| 67 % | Graduation Rate | - |
| - | Transfer-out Rate | - |
| 76 % | Retention Rate | - |
| 3,486 | Student Population | - |
| 192 | Number of Faculties | - |
| 13 to 1 | Students to Faculty Ratio | - |
| Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification | Special Learning Opportunities | - |
| Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services | On Campus Student Services | - |