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Independence , MO
Located in Independence, MO, Graceland University, Independence is a private comprehensive higher education institution. It has an acceptance rate of 83%. The freshman retention rate at Graceland University, Independence is 64% and the six-year graduation rate is 39%.
To find out more about what Graceland University, Independence has to offer to its students, read on for the latest data reported by this school.
Quick Facts
910
Total Number of Undergraduate Students
$26,950
Tuition
13:1
Student to Faculty Ratio
39%
Graduation Rate
Admissions
If you know as much as possible about the institution's criteria for admission, you can make a better judgment about your eligibility and boost your chances of getting accepted. Here are the most relevant information you should know about admission policy and requirements at Graceland University, Independence.
In 2024, the school accepted 1,888 new students.
Test Scores
Out of the number of students who submitted test scores, the percentage of first-time, first-year degree-seeking students who submitted SAT scores was 11% and ACT scores 21%. 18.52% of the first-year students submitted SAT composite scores between between 1,200 and 1,399, 37.04% between 1,000 and 1,199, 37.04% of the students between 800 and 999, and 7.41% of the students between 600 and 799. The percent of new students who submitted ACT Composite scores in the range between 30-36 was 3.92, 7.84 between 24-29, 62.75 in the range between 18-23, 25.49 between 12-17, and 3 between 6-11.
The latest reported average GPA of the enrolled students was 3.15. That means that you need a GPA that's above average in order to get into Graceland University, Independence.
Retention Rate
The percentage of freshmen at a college or university who stay on for their second year is known as the freshman retention rate. When creating your list of possible schools to attend, make sure to consider the freshmen retention rate.
The freshman retention rate for Graceland University, Independence was 64% in 2024.
The graduation rate is another indicator to take into account. This rate shows how many students complete their degrees in a certain number of years. The six-year graduation rate at this institution stands at 39%.
Student Body
Making the choice of which school is the right match for you is not easy. You can better comprehend the culture and life of the school by learning more about the student body.
Main Student Body
The overall number of students enrolled at Graceland University, Independence in 2024 was 1,204.
That year, the institution had 63% of students coming from another state. The total number of undergraduate students enrolled at the school was 910, 117 of which were foreign students. The school reported to have a total of 102 transfer students.
Student Population Gender Ratio
The student body is coeducational, with 559 male and 439 female full-time students in 2024. There were 29 full-time graduate male and 129 full-time graduate female students at this school.
Student Population Diversity
In order to enhance a sense of inclusion and belonging among its students, higher education is dedicated to increasing student diversity. Diversity promotes critical thinking, challenges preconceived notions, and encourages intellectual growth, so it helps students develop empathy and a broader understanding of the world. Learn more about all the ethnic communities you might encounter at this institution.
This school had 7 Asian students and 166 Afro-American students in 2024. 120 undergraduates at this school declared as Hispanic/Latino and 47 as multirace. The school also had 12 students who identified as Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander, and 4 American Indian or Alaska Native students. There were also 32 students whose ethnicity is unknown.
Cost
Financial planning for school is one of the most important things to think about before you apply. The most recent data reported regarding the expenses for attending this school are detailed below.
Tuition and Fees
Wondering about tuition at Graceland University, Independence? Here is what you need to know.
Tuition in 2024 was $26,950 for full-time domestic students. As this is a private institution, tuition is the same for all the accepted students. Fees per academic year required of full-time students reached $4,500 in 2024.
Books and Supplies
The approximate price of books and supplies for a college or university should also be taken into consideration as another important financial element. The cost of books and supplies for full-time students of this school is estimated at about $960.
Boarding
Before you apply to a college or university, you should, among other things, think about the price of a dorm room and cafeteria meals. What is the typical amount colleges and universities charge for room and board?
At Graceland University, Independence, the 2024 annual cost of room and board (on campus) was $12,220. The estimated expense of room-only (on campus) for commuters not living at home was $4,300.
| Expense Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $ 26,950 |
| Room and Board | $ 12,220 |
| Book and Supplies | $ 960 |
| Total Expense | $ 40,130 |
Financial Aid
Grants, loans, scholarships, work-study programs: these are all types of financial aid for students. If you are interested in finding out more about need-based and non-need-based aid at Graceland University, Independence, here are some recent data you should consider.
The most recent figures show that financial help was given to 181 freshmen. The average financial aid package awarded to students came to $28,083.47.
Need-based
If you need help with paying for your studies and you meet other eligibility requirements, you may be eligible for need-based aid.
There were 638 students who got need-based financial aid of any kind. Need-based college-administered scholarship and grant aid at Graceland University, Independence is available to international students. The overall number of students (including freshmen) who were determined to have financial need was estimated to be 663. The amount of federal need-based scholarships/grants awarded to the students at this institution added up to $2,769,943, and state $779,773. The students of Graceland University, Independence received the -institutional need-based aid in the amount of $10,832,813, and external in the amount of $215,808.
$18,748
Average Amount of Aid Received
Non-Need Based
Any financial aid given to a student who does not meet the requirements for need-based aid is considered non-need-based aid. Most students get non-need-based financial aid as Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans, Graduate PLUS Loans, Parent PLUS Loans, and the TEACH Grant.
184 students, including freshmen, received institutional non-need-based financial aid at this institution in 2024. Institutional grants or scholarships that are not based on financial need were given to 48 full-time freshman. Federal non-need-based scholarships and grants totaled $2,769,943 for students at this institution, while state aid came to $9,845. The total amount of non-need-based institutional scholarships/grants was $661,580. This includes endowment, alumni, other institutional awards, and also external funds awarded by the institution, but doesn't include athletic aid and tuition waivers. The amount the students of this school received from external sources (e.g. Kiwanis, National Merit) was $78,723 USD.
Faculty
13:1
Student to Faculty Ratio
The student-to-faculty ratio can tell you a lot about the teaching resources a school provides for its students.
According to the most recent data, the student-faculty ratio at Graceland University, Independence was 13:1: that means 13 students per one teacher, which is considered a good ratio. This school has recently reported to have 127 faculty members. This number included 50 male and 77 female faculty members. The fact that female faculty members outnumber the male ones at this school speaks volumes for gender equality at Graceland University, Independence.
Student Population Diversity Graph
Campus Life
It is not all about learning and grades at Graceland University, Independence: campus life is a crucial component of your educational experience. Find out some details about students' life at Graceland University, Independence.
Student Organizations
Being a member of a student organization will make you connect better with your fellow students and enjoy your college years more.
There is a drama club you can join if acting is something that interests you. Interested in media and communication? Graceland University, Independence publishes its own newspaper and has its own radio station.
FAQ
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Graceland University, Independence is located in Independence, MO.
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Graceland University, Independence offers need-based college-administered scholarship and grant aid to international students.
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The overall full-time tuition per academic year for Graceland University, Independence is 26,950 USD, based on the most recent data.
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The most recent data indicate that the acceptance rate for Graceland University, Independence is 83%.
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The most recent reported freshman retention rate for Graceland University, Independence is 64%.
Contact Information
Graceland University, Independence
1401 West Truman Road
Independence , MO
64050
816 833-0524
Data Source: IPEDS and Peterson's Databases © 2023 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved. Portions of this content were co-written with OpenAI's GPT-3.5 model.
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