Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 003298
- Phone: (814) 824-2000
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
75.87%FINANCIAL AID RATE
100%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
12:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
16FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$18,420Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
School Map
Messiah College
501 E 38th St, Erie, PA
Messiah College is a four year Christian college dedicated to providing a faith based education to its students. The school is rooted in the Anabaptist, Wesleyan and Pietist traditions of Christianity. Messiah College was founded in 1909 in Grantham, Pennsylvania. The school has expanded over the last hundred years, offering more programs and opportunities. The school aims to educate young men and women and turn them into good Christians and model citizens.
Academics
Messiah College offers bachelor's degrees in the liberal arts and sciences for over 55 programs. The academic curriculum is provided in a Christian context and is augmented through off campus study, internships, individualized majors and research opportunities. Messiah College is nationally ranked, providing a top quality education for its students.
Programs offered include:
Admissions and Financial Aid
Admissions decisions are based on a candidates preparation for college, the relative strength of the student's academic program, SAT or ACT test scores, the application essay and the program of study desired. Applications are approved based on a first come first serve basis, with a review pending once all materials are received.
Financial aid opportunities are available to eligible students. Individuals should complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and consult the financial aid office to discuss eligibility, availability and opportunities.
Athletics
The Messiah College Falcons participate in the NCAA division III mid-Atlantic conference:
Sports programs:
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Golf
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Wrestling
- Volleyball
- Track & Field
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may provide a better idea of the applicants Messiah College accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
The total student enrollment at Messiah College is about 3,400. The enrollment breakdown by academic level is 19% enrolling as graduate students and 81% as undergraduate students.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition estimates are between $35,000-$42,000 for both state residents and nonresidents
- The estimated tuition for part time students is around $1,500 to $1,800 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The table listed below helps break down the types of financial aid students receive and the percent receiving aid, as well as the average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 100% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 100% | $19,385 |
Receiving Student Loans | 72% | $9,365 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, Messiah College may offer services like those listed below:- Online course work available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Career path counseling
- Work study style employment
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Art and Design Program
- Dietetics Program
- Music Program
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- Theatre Program
Intercollegiate Athletics
Messiah College is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division III without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation)
- Basketball (Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation)
- Field Hockey
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Track and Field, Indoor
- Track and Field, Outdoor
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball
- Wrestling
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Messiah College by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B)
- Biochemistry (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
Communications and Journalism
- Multimedia (B)
- Communications (B)
- Journalism (B)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer Science (B)
Education
Engineering
- Engineering (B)
English Language and Literature
- English (B)
Foreign Languages and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (B)
- Athletic Training (B)
- Dietetics (B, C)
History
- History (B)
Interdisciplinary Studies
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Natural Resources and Conservation
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Philosophy (B)
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
Public Administration and Social Services
- Social Work (B)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Security and Protective Services
- Criminal Justice (B)
Social Sciences
- Political Science (B)
- Economics (B)
- Sociology (B)
Visual and Performing Arts
Other 4-Year Private Colleges
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- Central Penn College in Allentown, PA (11 miles away)
- Dickinson College in Doylestown, PA (11 miles away)
- York College Pennsylvania in Scranton, PA (20 miles away)
- Elizabethtown College in Edinboro, PA (21 miles away)
- Gettysburg College in Beaver Falls, PA (26 miles away)
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Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 003298
- Phone: (814) 824-2000
- School Homepage