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Millikin University
Most applicants get into Millikin University — 66.7% were admitted — so the real questions are cost, fit and outcomes, covered below.
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Millikin University sits in Decatur proper — a private campus woven into the city rather than walled off from it.
Its highest-earning path is Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing, where graduates median $82,200 four years out. Faculty pay averages $78,684 a year here — a rough proxy for what the school spends on the teaching itself. With 1,382 undergraduates and a residential core, weekends happen on campus — and 75% of first-years come back for a second year.
Submitters admitted here typically landed between 860 and 1170 — below the IL middle for four-year schools. Put your own practice estimate on Millikin University's range with the SAT calculator, or bring a saved GPA from the grade tools.
Admissions
You can apply to Millikin University without scores. Among admitted students who did submit, the middle half landed between 860 and 1170; applicants below that range often simply apply without them.
| Score | 25th | 50th | 75th |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAT Reading & Writing | 450 | 520 | 600 |
| SAT Math | 410 | 520 | 570 |
| ACT Composite | 14 | 21 | 24 |
Percentiles are among students who submitted scores (Fall 2023 admissions cycle).
In the Fall 2023 cycle, Millikin University received 4,009 applications and admitted 2,167 (54.1%), with 329 enrolling.
How Millikin University compares
| Millikin University | Illinois median | National median | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acceptance rate | 66.7% | 77% | 77.2% |
| Tuition (in-state) | $26,892 | $31,360 | $19,591 |
| Median earnings (10 yr) | $51,262 | $58,572 | $53,781 |
Ten years out, Millikin University's median earnings are $51,262 — below the Illinois benchmark of $58,572. Weigh that against the $26,892 price above; the by-major table shows majors drive much of this gap.
Cost, size & completion
Millikin University lists tuition at $26,892 for everyone — private schools don't do residency pricing. Millikin University's sticker and net price can differ sharply after aid; treat $26,892 as the ceiling, not the bill.
With 1,382 undergraduates, Millikin University is small enough that class size and faculty access are structural, not marketing claims.
54.9% graduate within six years. Roughly 45% don't — ask a Millikin University tour guide what happens to them and watch the answer carefully.
Top majors by earnings at Millikin University
| Bachelor's program | Median earnings, 4 yrs after completion |
|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | $82,200 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $71,489 |
| Marketing | $71,399 |
| Management Information Systems and Services | $70,837 |
| Biology, General | $64,834 |
| Accounting and Related Services | $60,804 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | $52,910 |
| Social Work | $52,870 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | $48,665 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | $45,797 |
| Communication and Media Studies | $45,444 |
| Visual and Performing Arts, Other | $43,858 |
| Music | $43,388 |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft | $38,666 |
Median earnings for these 14 Millikin University programs come from a different federal cohort than the campus-wide $51,262 above — compare rows to each other, not to that 10-year figure. 31 additional Millikin University programs have earnings withheld under federal privacy rules.
Frequently asked questions
What GPA and test scores do you need for Millikin University?
Among admitted students who submitted scores, the middle 50% scored 860–1170 on the SAT. There's no published GPA cutoff — pair these ranges with the 66.7% admission rate to judge your odds.
What is Millikin University's acceptance rate?
54.1% in the Fall 2023 cycle — 2,167 admitted from 4,009 applicants.
How much does Millikin University cost?
At Millikin University, published tuition is $26,892 — net price after aid usually comes in lower. That number is Millikin University's ceiling, not a quote.
What do Millikin University graduates earn?
Federal data puts median earnings at $51,262 ten years after enrolling. The table above breaks this down by major.
Similar colleges in Illinois
- Moody Bible Institute — 82.7% admitted
- McKendree University — 71.7% admitted
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- North Park University — 68.5% admitted
Run your own numbers
Data: U.S. Dept. of Education College Scorecard (Jun 2026), IPEDS ADM2023/HD2024. Retrieved 2026-09-01. Figures reflect the latest federal cohorts, which lag the current admissions cycle.