Sioux City, IA

Morningside University

At a Glance
Admission, Tuition, Population, and more
Updated: July 13, 2024
Morningside University is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Sioux City, IA.
It is classified as Master's College and University (larger programs) by Carnegie Classification.
Morningside University is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.

71% Acceptance Rate

For 2024-25 admission, 2,742 applied, 1,948 accepted, and 308 enrolled in Morningside.
150 men and 158 women first-time, full-time students enrolled.

2025 Tuition & Fees

The 2025 tuition & fees are $39,519 for undergraduate programs and $11,516 for graduate programs.
Tuition has increased by 3.48% compared to last year at Morningside University.

Financial Aid

1,136 undergraduate students have awarded and the average amount of the aid awarded is $26,117.
For freshmen, 346 students (100%) have received financial aid and its average amount is $27,043.

Student Population

A total of 2,056 students enrolled Morningside in 2025.
By gender, 727 men and 1,329 women students are enrolled.
There are 1,172 undergraduate and 884 graduate students.

69 Major Programs

  • 22 programs through online
  • 20 graduate programs

Offered Degrees

  • Bachelor's
  • Master's
  • Doctorate
  • Post-graduate Certificate

Graduation Rate

The graduation rate of Morningside is 50% and the transfer-out rate is 10%.
The retention rate is 74% for full-time and 74% for part-time students.
Graduation Rate
50%
Transfer-out Rate
10%
Retention Rate
74%
Students to Faculty Ratio
12 to 1

Facutly & Staffs

A total of 217 faculties (instructional staffs) are working for Morningside and the average faculty salary is $68,146. The studetns to faculty ratio is 12 to 1.
There are 421 non-instructional staffs and the average staff salary is $61,053.
Number of Faculties
217
Average Faculty Salary
$68,146
Number of Staffs
421
Average Staff Salary
$61,053

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning (online classes)
  • Study Abroad
  • Weekend/Evening College
  • Teacher Certificate

On-Campus Services

  • Academic/career counseling
  • Employment services for students
  • Placement services
  • Libraries