Campus Identity
Mount Marty University is a small private nonprofit university in Yankton, SD. Approximately 697 students are enrolled. Admissions are moderately selective with a 43% acceptance rate. The campus sits on Lewis and Clark Lake, just 4 miles from the water. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 66/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
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At a Glance
Mount Marty University is a small private nonprofit university in Yankton, SD. Approximately 697 students are enrolled. Admissions are moderately selective with a 43% acceptance rate. The campus sits on Lewis and Clark Lake, just 4 miles from the water. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 66/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
Campus Lifestyle
Mount Marty University is a 1,000–4,999, small-town school with NAIA athletics. The campus is 61 miles from Great Bear Ski Valley.
Athletics
NAIA
GPAC
School Size & Setting
1,000–4,999
Town setting
Weather
Cold Climate
41°F avg school-year
Nearby Ski Resorts
Mount Marty University students have access to 3 ski resorts within driving distance. The closest is Great Bear Ski Valley, 61 miles away. All are within 186 miles of campus.
South Dakota
Lake Life Campus
Lewis and Clark Lake is 4 miles from campus, making it a true lake-life school, giving Mount Marty University students access to boating, swimming, and waterfront recreation.
Lewis and Clark Lake
Lake access within 4.0 miles
Average Monthly Temperature
1991–2020 Climate Normals · Yankton, SD
Yankton has a cool climate, with winters averaging 20°F in Jan and summers peaking around 75°F in Jul.
Station: YANKTON 2 E · Source: NOAA NCEI
On Campus Safety Score
2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students
Mount Marty University in SD earns a composite safety score of 66/100, rated Pretty Safe among U.S. colleges.
On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.
Cost Breakdown
2024-25 academic year. Tuition: College Scorecard. Fees and room & board: IPEDS/NCES.
| Cost Item | Annual Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $34,600 |
| Fees | $2,260 |
| Room & Board | $9,800 |
| Total Estimated Cost | $46,660 |
What students actually pay after grants and scholarships. Source: College Scorecard.
Fields of Study
42 programs offered
Most Popular Programs
Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Mount Marty University located?
Mount Marty University is located in Yankton, SD. The main campus address is 1105 W. 8th Street, Yankton, SD. It is a private institution offering 4-year degree programs.
What is the acceptance rate at Mount Marty University?
Mount Marty University has an acceptance rate of 43%, making it selective. Out of 1,750 applicants, 745 were admitted in the most recent year. 697 students enrolled.
What ACT score do you need for Mount Marty University?
The middle 50% of enrolled students at Mount Marty University scored between 18 and 25 on the ACT, with a median of 22. About 48% of enrolled students submitted ACT scores. Scoring in this range will put you within the typical range, though admissions decisions consider many factors.
How much does it cost to attend Mount Marty University?
For the 2024-25 academic year, Mount Marty University charges $34,600/year in tuition. Including room and board ($9,800/year), the total estimated cost is approximately $29,980/year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $22,227/year — what students actually pay. Use Mount Marty University's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
Does Mount Marty University have college sports?
Yes — Mount Marty University competes at the NAIA level in the GPAC. Division III programs emphasize academic achievement alongside athletic competition, without athletic scholarships.
Is Mount Marty University the right fit for me?
Whether Mount Marty University is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions selectivity (43% admit rate), avg net price ($22,227/year after aid), campus culture in Yankton, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Mount Marty University against similar schools side-by-side.
Tuition: College Scorecard (2024-25). Fees, room & board, and other data: IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Mount Marty University directly for the most current information.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Private
- Location
- Yankton, SD
- Size
- 1,000–4,999
- Degrees Offered
- Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral, Certificates
- NCAA
- NAIA
- Conference
- GPAC
- School Year Weather
- Cold · 41°F avg
- On Campus Safety Score
- 66/100
- Nearest Airport
- Yankton, SD (YKN) · 3 mialso FSD (60 mi), OFK (61 mi)
Location
Yankton, SD