Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 001879
- Phone: (515) 643-3180
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
63.09%FINANCIAL AID RATE
100%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
13:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
20FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$20,093Average 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
Morningside College
928 Sixth Ave, Des Moines, IA
Morningside College provides a variety of educational opportunities for students to assist them in their growth and development. The school is located in Sioux City, Iowa and operated as a private institution. The United Methodist affiliation at the school is an important part of the history, education and vision that defines the school. Approximately two thousand students enroll at Morningside College annually.
Students can pick from a few areas of study, including:
- Education
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Biological And Biomedical Sciences
- Health And Clinical Professions
- English Language And Literature
The admissions process will include the submission of an application, school records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions committee. The majority of students at this school scored between 21 - 26 on the ACT. Approximately 60 percent of all students that applied were admitted at Morningside College, with 21 percent of those accepted choosing to enroll. More information on admissions can be found here.
Undergraduate tuition is approximately $26,000 annually, though it may vary based on different types of circumstances. Students should visit the school's net price calculator to find what your personalized cost of attendance would be. On-campus housing is available for students and costs about $4,100 per year. Morningside College may help with costs by offering financial aid for students who qualify by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.
The Morningside College Mustangs participate in several athletic programs, overseen by the NAIA. Sports available may include but not limited to:
- Baseball (NAIA Division II)
- Basketball (NAIA Division II)
- Track & Field (NAIA Division II)
- Football (NAIA Division II)
Students may visit the website to get a complete list of areas of study, programs, admissions information, and more.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may give an overview of the students Morningside College accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
The total student enrollment at Morningside College is about 2,700, with undergraduate students making up about 48% of the total student population and graduate students making up the rest.
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
- Tuition is estimated to be around $34,000 per year for in-state and nonresident students
- Per unit charges are around $630 for part time students
Financial Aid Details
The financial aid table below details the types of financial aid, along with the percent of students receiving aid, and on average the amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 100% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 100% | $20,452 |
Receiving Student Loans | 78% | $8,059 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Morningside College may offer services like:- Online course work available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Helping students find work after graduation
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Music Program
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
Intercollegiate Athletics
Morningside College is a Member of National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), with many of the sports being in the NAIA Division II classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Great Plains Athletic Conference)
- Basketball (Great Plains Athletic Conference)
- Track and Field (Great Plains Athletic Conference)
- Football (Great Plains Athletic Conference)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Wrestling
- Other Sports
- Bowling
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 Morningside 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)
Business and Marketing Studies
Computer and Information Sciences
Education
English Language and Literature
- English (B)
Foreign Languages and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (B, C)
- Medical Technology
History
- History (B)
Interdisciplinary Studies
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Philosophy and Religious Studies
Social Sciences
Visual and Performing Arts
- Graphic Design (B)
- Photography (B)
- Drama and Theatre Arts (B)
- Fine Arts and Studio Arts (B)
- Music (B)
Other 4-Year Private Colleges
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- Briar Cliff University in Waterloo, IA (5 miles away)
- Northwestern College in Cedar Falls, IA (39 miles away)
- Buena Vista University in Sioux City, IA (60 miles away)
- Mount Marty College in Mitchell, SD (60 miles away)
- Midland University in North Platte, NE (72 miles away)
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Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 001879
- Phone: (515) 643-3180
- School Homepage