Indiana Wesleyan University-National & Global delivers exceptional value-added performance, ranking in the 94.8th percentile for earnings beyond expectations. The institution combines strong career-focused outcomes with below-peer pricing, creating favorable conditions for adult learners and first-generation students.
With well above average results, driven by strong earnings beyond expectations
With above average performance, supported by net pricing below peer medians
With top-tier performance, reflecting high enrollment of Pell-eligible and first-generation students
With typical performance, reflecting the institution's focus on serving under-resourced populations
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Full AnalysisTop 25% nationally for earnings beyond expectations
Indiana Wesleyan University-National & Global ranks #204 nationally with well above average performance at the 87.5th percentile, leading with top-tier access performance at the 92.3rd percentile. Located in Marion, Indiana, this medium-sized private nonprofit institution serves 47.6% Pell-eligible students and 47.4% first-generation students while delivering strong post-graduation outcomes.
The university enrolls 57.4% transfer students, reflecting its focus on adult and non-traditional learners. Graduates earn $21,284 beyond expectations relative to similar students, ranking at the 94.8th percentile nationally for earnings uplift.
This exceptional value-added performance demonstrates the institution's effectiveness in advancing career outcomes regardless of student background, supporting its classification within the Under-Resourced Institutions category where strong outcomes are achieved despite resource constraints.
Indiana Wesleyan University-National & Global delivers exceptional earnings beyond expectations while maintaining reasonable debt levels. Graduates earn $21,284 above what would be expected based on their backgrounds, placing the institution in the 94.8th percentile nationally for earnings uplift.
Median earnings reach $59,986 ten years after enrollment, with outcomes ranging from $38,195 at the 25th percentile to $88,091 at the 75th percentile. This 2.3:1 ratio reflects the institution's diverse program portfolio spanning healthcare, business, and social services.
Adult learners and working professionals seeking career advancement through flexible, career-focused programs. Well-suited for first-generation students (47.4%) and those prioritizing strong earnings uplift over traditional prestige metrics.
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Based on federal data for students receiving aid. Actual costs may vary.
Indiana Wesleyan University-National & Global maintains affordable pricing relative to peer institutions and delivers strong financial value. The published cost of attendance reaches $22,117 annually, including $8,216 in tuition, with books and supplies adding $264.
However, the average student pays $16,767 after financial aid, representing $5,350 in average financial aid savings. This net price falls $10,376 below the peer median of $27,143, positioning the institution favorably for cost-conscious families.
The gap between sticker price and net price indicates modest but meaningful financial aid targeting. Net pricing varies from $16,113 for the lowest-income families to $21,679 for the highest-income bracket, creating a $5,566 spread that reflects progressive aid distribution.
For families evaluating educational investment, Indiana Wesleyan University-National & Global combines controlled costs with exceptional earnings beyond expectations, generating favorable long-term return potential.
Indiana Wesleyan University-National & Global graduates demonstrate steady earnings growth and exceptional value-added performance. Median earnings increase from $51,329 at six years to $59,093 at eight years and $59,986 at ten years, representing 16.9% growth over the trajectory.
These outcomes are based on a ten-year cohort of 6,229 graduates, providing high confidence in reported figures. The institution generates $21,284 in earnings beyond expectations, placing it in the 94.8th percentile nationally for earnings uplift.
Low-income graduates earn $39,500, reflecting the institution's focus on serving diverse student populations. Earnings range from $38,195 at the 25th percentile to $88,091 at the 75th percentile, with variation driven by program choice and career pathways.
Approximately 33.3% of graduates continue to graduate or professional study, indicating balanced preparation for both workforce entry and advanced education. The earnings percentile of 72.0 reflects above-average outcomes in absolute terms.
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
401 graduates
Business Administration, Management and Operations.
262 graduates
Management Information Systems and Services.
33 graduates
Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication.
13 graduates
Accounting and Related Services.
63 graduates
Indiana Wesleyan University-National & Global offers 13 bachelor's degree programs with federal earnings data available for analysis. Adult Health Nurse/Nursing ranks #124 nationally and #2 in Indiana, graduating 398 students with median earnings of $73,087 and serving as the institution's largest program.
Business Administration and Management ranks #107 nationally and #1 in Indiana, graduating 379 students with median earnings of $62,714 and a value score of 68.7. Information Resources Management ranks #27 nationally and #2 in Indiana, graduating 81 students with median earnings of $71,583 and a value score of 68.3.
Applied Behavior Analysis ranks #13 nationally and #1 in Indiana, graduating 40 students with median earnings of $40,706. Ten programs carry flagship status at the institution, reflecting focused strength in healthcare, business, and social services fields.
