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Career OutcomesAzimuth ranks Midway University #1270 for overall value on Azimuth's composite among nonprofit four-year institutions. Graduates earn about $3,979 more than similar students at comparable institutions, placing Midway University in the 73.3 percentile for earnings beyond expectations among nonprofit four-year institutions. Azimuth ranks Midway University #814 for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions. --- Midway University's composite ranking reflects strong graduate outcomes relative to cost paid, anchored by strong earnings beyond expectations and a top quartile return on investment ranking. These outcomes span graduates entering business careers as well as those pursuing high-earning sectors. ---
Azimuth ranks Midway University #1270 for overall value on Azimuth's composite among nonprofit four-year institutions. A private master's university in Midway, KY, Midway University enrolls roughly 1,262 undergraduates. Retention is 67.6% and the six-year graduation rate is 40.7%, reflecting solid conversion of enrollment into degree completion. Midway University performs strongest on return on investment. Azimuth ranks Midway University #814 for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Graduates earn about $3,979 more than similar students at comparable institutions, placing Midway University in the 73.3 percentile for earnings beyond expectations among nonprofit four-year institutions. The institution's business-focused program portfolio aligns with strong labor-market demand and contributes to outcomes that exceed those at comparable institutions. Access and affordability sit lower in the composite. Midway University sits in the 15.3 percentile for access and the 28.4 percentile for affordability among nonprofit four-year institutions. The institution enrolls 31.9% Pell-eligible students and 43.5% first-generation undergraduates. Mobility outcomes rank in the 8.9 percentile among nonprofit four-year institutions. For families weighing long-term financial fit, the combination of strong earnings outcomes and modest institutional scale offers a focused pathway to solid post-graduation financial results.
Midway University's published cost of attendance is $48,805. Need-based financial aid reshapes that figure across income levels: low-income families pay approximately $27,206, families in the lower-middle income band pay around $23,405, middle-income families pay about $28,160, families in the upper-middle income band pay approximately $32,406, and higher-income families pay around $34,166. Azimuth ranks Midway University #1020 for post-graduation affordability among nonprofit four-year institutions. Net prices by income band are medians within those bands; individual aid packages vary, so some families in each band pay more and some less than the figures shown. Midway University uses the FAFSA to determine eligibility for need-based aid, which includes federal (Pell Grants, Direct Loans), state, and institutional aid programs. The aid structure is need-based; merit scholarships may be available through specific departmental or talent-based programs. Families should review the institution's financial aid page for current aid policies and application deadlines. Median federal student loan debt at graduation is $21,301, and families using Parent PLUS borrow a median of $17,812; private or institutional loans may add further borrowing that falls outside these federal-only figures — see the Parent PLUS risk framework for how household context shapes PLUS decisions. For a graduate at the institution's median four-year earnings of $54,588, median federal debt of $21,301 projects to a monthly payment of about $241 under standard ten-year repayment. For personalized projections across earnings scenarios — including Parent PLUS planning — use Azimuth's Financial GPS tool.
Midway University is a strong fit for students interested in business and related applied fields who want a private nonprofit college experience in KY. Graduates earn median 4-year earnings of $54,588, placing Midway University in the 19.2 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Graduates earn about $3,979 more than similar students at comparable institutions, placing the institution in the 73.3 percentile for earnings beyond expectations among nonprofit four-year institutions. The institution enrolls a significant share of Pell-eligible and first-generation students — 31.9% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants and 43.5% are first-generation — and delivers mobility outcomes that place Midway University in the 5.2 percentile for low-income graduate earnings among nonprofit four-year institutions — a historical 10-year Scorecard measure. Fit depends on two realistic filters: the 95.1% admit rate makes the application process moderately selective, and the program mix favors business and applied fields over STEM or research-oriented ones. Students whose interests align with those areas and who can navigate the application process will find the earnings trajectory and aid package competitive.
This school profile was generated using Azimuth's proprietary ROI framework, developed by founder Daniel Rogers. Our methodology transforms federal education data into actionable insights for families.
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Business/Commerce, General
54 graduates
Health and Medical Administrative Services
9 graduates
Agricultural and Domestic Animal Services
19 graduates
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
13 graduates
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
16 graduates
Midway University's program mix is anchored in business and professional fields, reflecting the institution's identity as a private nonprofit focused on applied career preparation. Business/Commerce, General is the largest program with 54 graduates, followed by Psychology, General, Agricultural and Domestic Animal Services, Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication, and Kinesiology.
The Business family represents 29% of degrees, with Education comprising 7%. Across 0 ranked programs serving roughly 194 students annually, several deliver strong four-year earnings outcomes.
The institution's highest-earning programs cluster in applied professional fields. Business/Commerce, General leads with median earnings of $55,108 four years after enrollment across 54 graduates, while Health Administration graduates earn $47,670 and Agricultural and Domestic Animal Services graduates earn $45,192.
Teacher Education rounds out the top earners with 13 graduates earning $42,174. These outcomes reflect the institution's emphasis on fields with direct labor-market pathways and employer demand in Kentucky and surrounding regions.
Midway University's program portfolio supports graduates entering stable, workforce-aligned careers. The concentration in business and professional disciplines positions students for roles in accounting, management, healthcare administration, and related fields where employers actively recruit.
For context on how these program families align with national labor-market demand, see the [supply and demand for college graduates](/analysis/supply-demand-map-college-degrees/).
Peer institutions with comparable quality and outcomes:
| School | State | Accept Rate | Median Earnings | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
St Bonaventure University Similar quality tier (#34949 ranked) | NY | 82% | $57,214 | #34949 | Compare |
Maryville College Similar quality tier in Southeast (#34948 ranked) | TN | 61% | $49,279 | #34948 | Compare |
St. Thomas Aquinas College Similar quality tier (#34951 ranked) | NY | 93% | $62,909 | #34951 | Compare |
Anderson University Similar quality tier (#34946 ranked) | IN | 79% | $48,899 | #34946 | Compare |
Pontifical Catholic University Of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez Similar quality tier (#34945 ranked) | PR | 99% | $24,908 | #34945 | Compare |
Based on federal data for students receiving aid. Actual costs may vary.
Midway University's published cost of attendance is $48,805. Need-based financial aid reshapes that figure across income levels: low-income families pay approximately $27,206, families in the lower-middle income band pay around $23,405, middle-income families pay about $28,160, families in the upper-middle income band pay approximately $32,406, and higher-income families pay around $34,166.
Azimuth ranks Midway University #1020 for post-graduation affordability among nonprofit four-year institutions. Net prices by income band are medians within those bands; individual aid packages vary, so some families in each band pay more and some less than the figures shown.
Midway University uses the FAFSA to determine eligibility for need-based aid, which includes federal (Pell Grants, Direct Loans), state, and institutional aid programs. The aid structure is need-based; merit scholarships may be available through specific departmental or talent-based programs.
Families should review the institution's financial aid page for current aid policies and application deadlines. Median federal student loan debt at graduation is $21,301, and families using Parent PLUS borrow a median of $17,812; private or institutional loans may add further borrowing that falls outside these federal-only figures — see the [Parent PLUS risk framework](/analysis/ou-what-happens-when-parents-borrow-too/) for how household context shapes PLUS decisions.
For a graduate at the institution's median four-year earnings of $54,588, median federal debt of $21,301 projects to a monthly payment of about $241 under standard ten-year repayment. For personalized projections across earnings scenarios — including Parent PLUS planning — use [Azimuth's Financial GPS tool](/analysis/financial-gps-framework/).
Graduates of Midway University earn median 4-year earnings of $54,588, placing Midway University in the 19.2 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Graduates earn about $3,979 more than similar students at comparable institutions, placing Midway University in the 73.3 percentile for [earnings beyond expectations](/analysis/a-value-added-approach-to-college-outcomes/) among nonprofit four-year institutions.
Azimuth ranks Midway University #814 for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Midway University's program portfolio centers on Business, which anchors the institution's earnings profile.
Business/Commerce, General is the largest program with 54 graduates earning median 4-year earnings of $55,108, representing 0.8x the national benchmark for the field. Psychology, General and Agricultural and Domestic Animal Services follow as substantial enrollment drivers, with Agricultural and Domestic Animal Services graduates earning median 4-year earnings of $45,192 — 1.1x the national benchmark.
Together, these programs reflect Midway University's focus on career-ready fields that connect directly to stable employment and measurable financial outcomes.
