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Morningside University Trade Programs

Morningside University is a private not-for-profit institution located in Sioux City, IA. A Smaller City provides a peaceful environment near the excitement of urban amenities.

Where Is Morningside University?

Contact information for Morningside University can be found below.

	Contact Details
Address:	1501 Morningside Ave, Sioux City, IA 51106-1751
Phone:	7122745000
Website:	www.morningside.edu/
Admissions:	www.morningside.edu/admissions/
Financial Aid:	www.morningside.edu/admissions/

How Do I Get Into Morningside University?

You can apply to Morningside University online at: https://www.morningside.edu/admissions/

Morningside University is classified as Less Selective (70-85%) for admissions.

Admission Requirements for Morningside University

Here’s what Morningside University considers when reviewing applications:

Requirement	Status
Secondary School Record	Considered but not required
Secondary School GPA	Required
Recommendations	Considered but not required
Admission Test Scores (SAT/ACT)	Considered but not required

How Hard Is It To Get Into Morningside University?

Morningside University maintains an acceptance rate of 71%, making it fairly accessible. Ensure you meet all application requirements and prepare the application in full.

Of those admitted, 16% choose to enroll — a modest enrollment yield, suggesting many admitted students choose other institutions.

Average Test Scores

1% submitted ACT scores.

Selectivity by Gender

Acceptance rates at Morningside University can differ by gender.

Gender	Applicants	Admitted	Acceptance Rate
Men	1,298	929	72%
Women	1,430	1,009	71%

Can I Afford Morningside University?

The average net price after aid at Morningside University is $23,169. The affordability of the school largely depends on your financial need since net price varies by income group.

Tuition & Fees

Category	Cost
In-State Tuition	$38,017
In-State Fees	$1,502
Out-of-State Tuition	$38,017
Out-of-State Fees	$1,502
Total In-State Tuition & Fees	$39,519
Total Out-of-State Tuition & Fees	$39,519

Financial Aid

Counting all forms of financial assistance, 29% of students at Morningside University receive some form of financial aid (337 students).

Nearly 96% of students at Morningside University receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $27,777 per student.

34% of students receive federal Pell Grants, averaging $5,218.

Student Loan Debt

66% of Morningside University undergraduates take out federal student loans, averaging $6,687 per year.

Morningside University Undergraduate Student Diversity

There are 1,710 students enrolled at Morningside University, all undergraduate. Morningside University is classified as a 1,000 - 4,999 institution by enrollment size. Its Carnegie Classification is Master’s Colleges & Universities: Larger Programs.

Gender Diversity

Of the 1,166 undergraduate students at Morningside University, approximately 49% are male and 51% are female.

Racial-Ethnic Diversity

The racial-ethnic breakdown of Morningside University undergraduate students is as follows.

Race/Ethnicity	Number of Students
Asian	10
Black or African American	41
Hispanic	118
White	629
American Indian/Alaska Native	6
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander	3
Two or More Races	30
Non-Resident	96

Geographic Diversity

The top 5 home states of first-time undergraduate students at Morningside University are shown below.

State	First-Time UG Students
Iowa	141
Nebraska	74
South Dakota	15
Minnesota	14
Colorado	8

Additionally, approximately 8.3% of undergraduate students are non-resident from outside the United States.

Online Learning at Morningside University

Morningside University delivers distance learning options for students who need flexibility.

Distance education is available at the undergraduate level.

Academic Programs at Morningside University

Morningside University offers 19 distinct academic programs.

The highest level of award offered is Doctor’s degree.

Institutional Profile

Morningside University maintains an open admission policy: No. Credit transfer:

• AP credits: Yes
• Dual enrollment credits: Yes
• Life experience credits: Implied no

References

• College Factual
• National Center for Education Statistics (IPEDS)

More about our data sources and methodologies.