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Huntington University

Huntington, IN · Private nonprofit · 4-year · Church of the United Brethren in Christ · Mennonite and Brethren

Real cost

Average price after aid $19,310 a year

Median debt at graduation: $25,576 (all students)

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Huntington University is a Christian university in Huntington, Indiana, founded by the Church of the United Brethren in Christ. Its Center for Spiritual Formation offers chapel services, small groups and student-led Bible studies, and students are expected to average two spiritual formation events a week, earning 30 credits each semester. Every undergraduate takes Old Testament and New Testament survey courses and a Christian faith course in the core.

Faith life at a glance

A week at Huntington University

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  2. TueToday

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    • 11:00AMChapel

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No set time: Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun

Times as the college publishes them. Check before you plan a visit.

In the college’s own words

  • “Chapel services meet twice a week to promote corporate spirituality and affirm the Christian Faith through prayer, worship, and discovering God's agenda through the declaration of His Word.”

    Source: huntington.edu

  • “The Friesen Center for Service & Experiential Learning helps you get involved on campus, in the community, and around the globe.”

    Source: huntington.edu

Questions students ask

Do I have to go to chapel?

Chapel meets twice a week, and students are required to take part in spiritual programming while enrolled.

Source: huntington.edu
What's a normal week?

Chapel meets Tuesdays and Fridays at 11 a.m., and small groups meet on Thursday mornings.

Source: huntington.edu
Where do I find community?

Floor Bible studies are led weekly in dorms by Sojourners, and small groups meet weekly for prayer and discussion.

Source: huntington.edu
Can I serve or go on mission trips?

The Friesen Center helps students get involved on campus, in the community and around the globe.

Source: huntington.edu

Rankings

Where this college places on our top lists. Lists are worked out from official data and our faith research; places in the top quarter of each list are shown. See every list

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Academic Excellence

B+Academic Excellence: B+ (grade B+): 0 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.
70 of 100
From federal data, on fixed published scales.

Each measure counts for the share shown.

  • Graduation rate 35% of scoreThis measure counts for 35% of the Academic Excellence score.64%
  • First-year retention 20% of scoreThis measure counts for 20% of the Academic Excellence score.84%
  • Entering students' test scores 15% of scoreThis measure counts for 15% of the Academic Excellence score.SAT 1,052 · ACT 22
  • Student-to-faculty ratio 15% of scoreThis measure counts for 15% of the Academic Excellence score.11 to 1
  • Instructional spending per student 15% of scoreThis measure counts for 15% of the Academic Excellence score.$11,842

Bars show points on each measure’s scale. How Academic Excellence is computed.

Source: College Scorecard (College Scorecard, most recent cohorts (data release 06/10/2026))

Faith scorecard

Each area’s grade and what we found. Tap an area to see the findings and their sources.

CWorship and chapel: Mixed (grade C): 55 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Worship and chapel

65 of 100 points · 7 of 7 found

  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Chapel services during the weekTwice a week (Chapel twice a week (Tuesday and Friday, 11:00 a.m.) per both the Center's page and the catalog. The Center's page also lists a Thursday liturgical chapel, which would make three; the pages conflict; the level both support is recorded.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Center for Spiritual Formation | Huntington Universityhuntington.edu/campus-ministries · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Chapel Service at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday and Friday where the campus gathers for an inspiring time of Christian worship, prayer, and proclamation of God’s Word.”
      Chapel services are held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday and Friday.
    2. Spiritual Formation Experience | Huntington University Cataloghuntington.edu/academics/academic-catalog/undergraduate-catalog/undg-campus-information/spiritual-formation-program · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Chapel services meet twice a week to promote corporate spirituality and affirm the Christian Faith through prayer, worship, and discovering God's agenda through the declaration of His Word.”
      The catalog says chapel services meet twice a week.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Chapel attendance expected of studentsRequired, with a set number of services each term (Students must earn 30 credits each semester for spiritual programming, which the page describes as an average of two opportunities per week.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Center for Spiritual Formation | Huntington Universityhuntington.edu/campus-ministries · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Therefore, we require participation in spiritual programming opportunities while students are enrolled at HU.”
      Participation in spiritual programming is required of enrolled students.
      “At the end of the semester, this should add up to 30 credits. Students who fail to obtain 30 or more credits will be subject to disciplinary action on the part of the university.”
      Students are expected to earn 30 spiritual formation credits each semester.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Student worship nights or praise servicesNow and then (Spark Night worship gatherings on Thursday evenings.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Center for Spiritual Formation | Huntington Universityhuntington.edu/campus-ministries · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Spark Night Gatherings on Thursday evenings led by UCO (University Christian Outreach). These meetings include worship, prayer, and a biblical message designed for college students.”
      Spark Night worship gatherings are held on Thursday evenings for college students.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Prayer opportunities (prayer rooms, prayer groups, days or weeks of prayer)Weekly
    Sources (1)
    1. Spiritual Formation Experience | Huntington University Cataloghuntington.edu/academics/academic-catalog/undergraduate-catalog/undg-campus-information/spiritual-formation-program · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Small Groups, facilitated by volunteer faculty, staff, and local ministry leaders, meet weekly for prayer and discussions based on books of the Bible, theological topics, and contemporary issues.”
      Small groups meet weekly for prayer and Bible discussion.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Campus pastors or chaplains serving studentsFull-time campus pastor or chaplain (A named campus pastor, chaplain or dean of chapel serves students on the college staff.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Center for Spiritual Formation | Huntington Universityhuntington.edu/campus-ministries · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Mark A. Vincenti Campus Pastor mvincenti@huntington.edu”
      Mark A. Vincenti is listed as Campus Pastor with a university email address.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    A chapel or worship space on campusYes
    Sources (1)
    1. Theatre Facilities | Huntington Universityhuntington.edu/performing-arts/theatre-facilities · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Zurcher Auditorium is used for mainstage theatre productions, music and dance concerts and recitals, chapel services, and rental by outside groups.”
      Zurcher Auditorium is used for chapel services.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Published weekly schedule of chapel, worship and prayer1 or 2 times a week (2 weekly times documented: 2 chapel, 0 worship night, 0 prayer.)Computed from the verified chapel services, worship nights and prayer times listed on the college's page (each day a time is offered counts once).
ABible and theology: Strong (grade A): 85 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Bible and theology

100 of 100 points · 5 of 6 found

  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Bible or theology courses required of all bachelor's students3 or more courses (Old Testament Survey, New Testament Survey and Understanding the Christian Faith, each 3 credits and required of every degree (3 distinct courses).)
    Sources (2)
    1. Forester Foundations | Huntington Universityhuntington.edu/core · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Old Testament Survey (3) New Testament Survey (3) Understanding the Christian Faith (3)”
      Old Testament Survey, New Testament Survey and Understanding the Christian Faith are general education courses.
    2. Philosophy of Education | Huntington University Cataloghuntington.edu/academics/academic-catalog/general-information/philosophy-of-education · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “The University community nurtures a Christian environment conducive to spiritual growth and specifically requires Bible courses in the core curriculum and attendance in the chapel program.”
      The university states that it requires Bible courses in the core and attendance in chapel.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Required courses include study of the Old and New TestamentsRequired of all students
    Sources (1)
    1. Forester Foundations | Huntington Universityhuntington.edu/core · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Old Testament Survey (3) New Testament Survey (3) Understanding the Christian Faith (3)”
      Old Testament Survey, New Testament Survey and Understanding the Christian Faith are general education courses.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Christian worldview or faith-and-learning courses requiredNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Faith integrated across the curriculum (stated in academic or faculty policy)Yes
    Sources (1)
    1. Philosophy of Education | Huntington University Cataloghuntington.edu/academics/academic-catalog/general-information/philosophy-of-education · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “The University encourages students to develop their faith, to interpret fields of learning from a Christian perspective, to commit themselves to Christ as Savior and Lord and to develop traits of Christian character and service.”
      The university's stated philosophy asks students to interpret fields of learning from a Christian perspective.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Bible, theology or ministry major offeredYes (Bible and Theology and Christian Ministries are offered as majors.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Bible and Theology Major | Huntington Universityhuntington.edu/christian-thought-and-practice/bible-and-theology · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “BIBLE AND THEOLOGY MAJOR Gain a biblical and theological foundation”
      A Bible and Theology major is offered.
    2. Christian Ministries Major and Minor | Huntington Universityhuntington.edu/christian-thought-and-practice/christian-ministries · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Christian Ministries MAJOR AND MINOR Servant Leaders for the Church”
      A Christian Ministries major is offered.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    A published statement of faithYes
    Sources (1)
    1. Statement of Faith | Huntington Universityhuntington.edu/about/statement-of-faith · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “We believe the Bible to be the inspired, the only infallible, authoritative Word of God.”
      The university publishes a statement of faith.
BChristian community: Good (grade B): 70 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Christian community

78 of 100 points · 7 of 7 found

  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Spiritual life staff (pastors, ministers and professional staff)1 to 2 (Two named staff on the Center's page (Campus Pastor and Associate Campus Pastor). Sojourners are students and are not counted.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Center for Spiritual Formation | Huntington Universityhuntington.edu/campus-ministries · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Mark A. Vincenti Campus Pastor mvincenti@huntington.edu”
      Mark A. Vincenti is listed as Campus Pastor with a university email address.
      “Karyn Kamphausen Associate Campus Pastor kkamphausen@huntington.edu”
      Karyn Kamphausen is listed as Associate Campus Pastor with a university email address.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Retreats or spiritual emphasis weeks each yearOne or two (One annual Service-Emphasis Week is listed.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Mission Opportunities | Huntington Universityhuntington.edu/friesen-center/service-opportunities/mission-opportunities · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Each year we put together an incredible week of service opportunities and emphasis across campus.”
      An annual Service-Emphasis Week is held.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Bible studies, small groups and Christian student organizationsMany
    Sources (1)
    1. Center for Spiritual Formation | Huntington Universityhuntington.edu/campus-ministries · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Small Groups every Thursday morning led by staff and faculty, exploring a variety of topics from a Biblical perspective.”
      Small groups meet every Thursday morning to study the Bible.
      “Floor Bible Studies led weekly in dorms by our Sojourners.”
      Floor Bible studies are led weekly in residence halls by student Sojourners.
      “Spark Night Gatherings on Thursday evenings led by UCO (University Christian Outreach). These meetings include worship, prayer, and a biblical message designed for college students.”
      Spark Night worship gatherings are held on Thursday evenings for college students.
      “FCA Monthly Gatherings geared toward our student athletes.”
      Fellowship of Christian Athletes gatherings are held monthly for student athletes.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Faculty affirm the college's statement of faithAll faculty (The statement says the faculty subscribe to the statement of faith; recorded as all faculty.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Statement of Faith | Huntington Universityhuntington.edu/about/statement-of-faith · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “The faculty of Huntington University subscribe to the following statement of faith:”
      The faculty subscribe to the university's statement of faith.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Faith life in residence halls (hall Bible studies, resident ministry leaders)In every hall (Each residence hall has a Sojourner who functions as a student chaplain for that hall, leading weekly Floor Bible Studies.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Sojourners | Huntington Universityhuntington.edu/campus-ministries/sojourners · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Sojourners function almost like a student chaplain for their residence hall.”
      Each Sojourner serves as a student chaplain for a residence hall.
    2. Center for Spiritual Formation | Huntington Universityhuntington.edu/campus-ministries · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Floor Bible Studies led weekly in dorms by our Sojourners.”
      Floor Bible studies are led weekly in residence halls by student Sojourners.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Help finding a local church (church fairs, rides, partner churches)Yes
    Sources (1)
    1. Area Churches | Huntington Universityhuntington.edu/campus-ministries/area-churches · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “If you would like help finding a church that is right for you, please contact us -- we can help!”
      The campus offers help finding a local church, and lists area churches.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Office or senior leader for spiritual life or Christian missionYes
    Sources (1)
    1. Center for Spiritual Formation | Huntington Universityhuntington.edu/campus-ministries · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “The Huntington University Center for Spiritual Formation exists to strengthen the university’s spiritual vitality by providing meaningful opportunities for the campus community to experience spiritual growth”
      The Center for Spiritual Formation leads the university's spiritual life programs.
CMissions and service: Mixed (grade C): 55 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Missions and service

68 of 100 points · 6 of 6 found

  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Service or outreach officeYes
    Sources (1)
    1. Friesen Center for Service and Experiential Learning | Huntington Universityhuntington.edu/friesen-center · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “That’s why the Friesen Center for Service and Experiential Learning exists: to help develop students both personally and professionally so that they are best equipped as Christ-centered servant leaders.”
      The Friesen Center runs service and volunteer programs with a Christ-centered purpose.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Service hours or service-learning in the curriculumAvailable
    Sources (1)
    1. Forester Foundations | Huntington Universityhuntington.edu/core · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Experiential Learning can be fulfilled through internships, clinicals, practicums, service-learning trips, leadership roles on campus, or other co-curricular criteria”
      Service-learning trips can fulfil one of the required immersive experiences.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Missions trips offered to studentsSome (Fall break trips, spring break missions and other mission trips are listed.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Mission Opportunities | Huntington Universityhuntington.edu/friesen-center/service-opportunities/mission-opportunities · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Fall Break Trips, Spring Break Missions and other mission trips”
      Fall break, spring break and other mission trips are offered.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Partnerships with local churches and ministries for serviceSome (Operation Christmas Child is run with Samaritans' Purse, a ministry, as a listed volunteer opportunity.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Mission Opportunities | Huntington Universityhuntington.edu/friesen-center/service-opportunities/mission-opportunities · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Operation Christmas Child with Samaritans’ Purse”
      Operation Christmas Child is a listed volunteer opportunity run with Samaritans' Purse.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Cross-cultural or global ministry programsSome
    Sources (1)
    1. Mission Opportunities | Huntington Universityhuntington.edu/friesen-center/service-opportunities/mission-opportunities · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “The Friesen Center for Service & Experiential Learning helps you get involved on campus, in the community, and around the globe.”
      The Friesen Center offers service opportunities locally and around the globe.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Service explicitly rooted in the Christian missionYes
    Sources (1)
    1. Friesen Center for Service and Experiential Learning | Huntington Universityhuntington.edu/friesen-center · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “That’s why the Friesen Center for Service and Experiential Learning exists: to help develop students both personally and professionally so that they are best equipped as Christ-centered servant leaders.”
      The Friesen Center runs service and volunteer programs with a Christ-centered purpose.

Strengths

  • Chapel meets on campus twice a week, and students are expected to earn 30 spiritual formation credits each semester.
    Sources (1)
    1. Center for Spiritual Formation | Huntington Universityhuntington.edu/campus-ministries · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Chapel Service at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday and Friday where the campus gathers for an inspiring time of Christian worship, prayer, and proclamation of God’s Word.”
      Chapel services are held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday and Friday.
      “At the end of the semester, this should add up to 30 credits. Students who fail to obtain 30 or more credits will be subject to disciplinary action on the part of the university.”
      Students are expected to earn 30 spiritual formation credits each semester.
  • Old Testament Survey, New Testament Survey and Understanding the Christian Faith are general education courses.
    Sources (1)
    1. Forester Foundations | Huntington Universityhuntington.edu/core · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Old Testament Survey (3) New Testament Survey (3) Understanding the Christian Faith (3)”
      Old Testament Survey, New Testament Survey and Understanding the Christian Faith are general education courses.
  • Bible and Theology and Christian Ministries are offered as majors.
    Sources (2)
    1. Bible and Theology Major | Huntington Universityhuntington.edu/christian-thought-and-practice/bible-and-theology · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “BIBLE AND THEOLOGY MAJOR Gain a biblical and theological foundation”
      A Bible and Theology major is offered.
    2. Christian Ministries Major and Minor | Huntington Universityhuntington.edu/christian-thought-and-practice/christian-ministries · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Christian Ministries MAJOR AND MINOR Servant Leaders for the Church”
      A Christian Ministries major is offered.
  • The Friesen Center describes its service programs as Christ-centered, with mission trips and local volunteer opportunities.
    Sources (2)
    1. Friesen Center for Service and Experiential Learning | Huntington Universityhuntington.edu/friesen-center · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “That’s why the Friesen Center for Service and Experiential Learning exists: to help develop students both personally and professionally so that they are best equipped as Christ-centered servant leaders.”
      The Friesen Center runs service and volunteer programs with a Christ-centered purpose.
    2. Mission Opportunities | Huntington Universityhuntington.edu/friesen-center/service-opportunities/mission-opportunities · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Fall Break Trips, Spring Break Missions and other mission trips”
      Fall break, spring break and other mission trips are offered.

Concerns

  • The official pages do not agree on how many chapel services are held each week; the catalog says twice and the Center's page lists a third, Thursday liturgical service without a time.
    Sources (2)
    1. Center for Spiritual Formation | Huntington Universityhuntington.edu/campus-ministries · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Liturgical Chapel Service every Thursday designed for those who enjoy a more traditional Christian worship experience, including ancient prayers, creeds, and hymns of the faith.”
      A liturgical chapel service is held every Thursday (time not stated).
    2. Spiritual Formation Experience | Huntington University Cataloghuntington.edu/academics/academic-catalog/undergraduate-catalog/undg-campus-information/spiritual-formation-program · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Chapel services meet twice a week to promote corporate spirituality and affirm the Christian Faith through prayer, worship, and discovering God's agenda through the declaration of His Word.”
      The catalog says chapel services meet twice a week.
  • Only one annual emphasis week is listed on official pages.
    Sources (1)
    1. Mission Opportunities | Huntington Universityhuntington.edu/friesen-center/service-opportunities/mission-opportunities · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Each year we put together an incredible week of service opportunities and emphasis across campus.”
      An annual Service-Emphasis Week is held.
  • Chapel services are held in Zurcher Auditorium, a performance hall, rather than a dedicated chapel building.
    Sources (1)
    1. Theatre Facilities | Huntington Universityhuntington.edu/performing-arts/theatre-facilities · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Zurcher Auditorium is used for mainstage theatre productions, music and dance concerts and recitals, chapel services, and rental by outside groups.”
      Zurcher Auditorium is used for chapel services.

Know something we missed? Suggest a correction.

Grades come from the documented indicators under the published rubric. “Not enough information” does not mean the school lacks it.

Campus ministry home

Center for Spiritual Formation

  • Address: 2303 College Avenue, Huntington, IN 46750
  • Facilities: Zurcher Auditorium, Merillat Centre for the Arts (chapel services)

Source: huntington.edu, verified Oct. 20, 2026, huntington.edu, verified Oct. 20, 2026, huntington.edu, verified Oct. 20, 2026

Campus ministry

Sources (1)
  1. Center for Spiritual Formation | Huntington Universityhuntington.edu/campus-ministries · verified Oct. 20, 2026
    “The Huntington University Center for Spiritual Formation exists to strengthen the university’s spiritual vitality by providing meaningful opportunities for the campus community to experience spiritual growth”
    The Center for Spiritual Formation leads the university's spiritual life programs.

Christian clubs and student life

4 groups and regular activities · 1 on campus, 0 off campus, 3 location not published

Faith formation 1

  • Floor Bible Studies (Sojourners)On campus
    Weekly in residence halls
    Student-led Bible studies on each floor, led by Sojourners.
    huntington.edu, huntington.edu

Clubs and groups 3

  • Small Groups
    Thursday mornings
    Small groups led by staff and faculty and local ministry leaders for prayer and Bible study.
    huntington.edu, huntington.edu
  • Spark Night
    Thursday evenings
    Worship, prayer and a biblical message for college students, led by UCO (University Christian Outreach).
    huntington.edu
  • Fellowship of Christian Athletes gatherings
    Monthly
    Monthly gatherings for student athletes.
    huntington.edu

Everything listed is published by the school, its campus ministry, or the church. Ask the campus minister what’s happening this semester.

Chapel, worship and prayer

Confirm with the campus ministry

Chapel 1

  • Tuesday, Friday11:00 AMZurcher Auditorium, Merillat Centre for the Arts · Confirm with the Center for Spiritual Formation. The catalog says chapel meets twice a week; the Center's page also lists a Thursday liturgical chapel, which is left out.

Times come only from official campus ministry, chaplaincy, or school pages, and can change with the season. Last verified Oct. 20, 2026.

Sources for these times (1)
  1. Center for Spiritual Formation | Huntington Universityhuntington.edu/campus-ministries · verified Oct. 20, 2026
    “Chapel Service at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday and Friday where the campus gathers for an inspiring time of Christian worship, prayer, and proclamation of God’s Word.”
    Chapel services are held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday and Friday.

Plan a campus visit Chapel and worship times for your dates, questions to ask, and a calendar button.

What families pay, by income

Average yearly price after grants and scholarships, for students who receive federal aid.

Family incomePrice after aid
Up to $30,000$10,796
$30,001–$48,000$13,006
$48,001–$75,000$14,899
$75,001–$110,000$23,155
Over $110,000$27,226

Full cost of attendance before aid: $42,157 a year.

Use the college’s net price calculator for your own estimate.

Cost and value

Federal data, shown separately. Cost, debt, and earnings are never part of any grade.

Undergraduate students
Fall enrollment (IPEDS)
1,286
Men and women
College Scorecard, fall 2023
Men 39% · Women 61%
First-generation students
College Scorecard
31%
First-year students from another state
IPEDS, fall 2023
30%
Total students1,504
Average net price (per year)
After grants and scholarships, for students receiving federal aid
$19,310
Cost of attendance (per year)$42,157
Median federal debt at graduation$25,576
Graduation rate
First-time, full-time students finishing within 150% of normal time
64%
Graduation rate for Pell grant recipients
College Scorecard, within 6 years
58%
Graduation rate for first-generation students
College Scorecard, within 6 years
57%
Borrowers paying down their loans within 3 years
College Scorecard, within 3 years
76%
First-year retention84%
Median earnings 10 years after entry$46,672
Admission rate76%
Application fee
IPEDS, 2023–24
No application fee
Typical rent
HUD fair market rent, FY2026
About $731 a month for a one-bedroom
Students receiving Pell grants27%
Admitted students’ middle range:SAT 930–1150ACT 18–26
Admission test scores (middle 50% of admitted students who submitted scores)
Average SAT1052
SAT reading & writing470–580
SAT math460–570
ACT composite18–26
Test policyConsidered but not required

Value index: 59 / 100 (how it’s computed)

Sources: College Scorecard · IPEDS College Navigator · Net price calculator
College Scorecard, most recent cohorts (data release 06/10/2026); IPEDS 2024-25 directory and institutional characteristics; fall 2023 enrollment.

Earnings by major

Median earnings of bachelor’s graduates a few years after finishing, by major (College Scorecard).

MajorMedian earnings
Nursing$71,310
Business administration$59,538
Kinesiology and exercise science$48,400
Film and video$46,073
Graphic communications$34,787

Also offered (no earnings published yet): Accounting, Agricultural Production Operations, Agricultural Public Services, Agricultural business, Agriculture/Veterinary Preparatory Programs, Allied health, Animal Sciences, Arts management, Bible/Biblical Studies, Biology, Broadcasting, Chemistry, Communication studies, Computing and information science, Criminology, Design, Economics, English, Entrepreneurship, Finance, Fine arts, General studies, History, Human resources, International Agriculture, Journalism, Marketing, Mathematics, Medical assisting, Missions/Missionary Studies and Missiology, Music, Other parks, recreation, leisure, fitness, and kinesiology, Other theology and religious vocations, Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Facilities Management, Pastoral counseling, Philosophy, Plant Sciences, Political science, Psychology, Public relations, Religious Education, Religious studies, Secondary education, Social work, Sociology, Special education, Teacher education, Theatre, Theology, Writing and rhetoric.

What students study most

Share of bachelor’s degrees by field, first majors in 2023–24 (IPEDS).

FieldShare of degrees
Visual and performing arts19%
Health professions15%
Business11%
Communications technology9%
Education9%

Campus facts

School colors
SettingTown
Part-time undergraduates12%
Undergraduates aged 25 and older6%
On-campus room and board (per year)$10,726
SportsNAIA · Crossroads League
Study abroadOffered
Students per faculty member11 to 1
Undergraduates registered with the disability officeAbout 7%IPEDS, 2023–24
Faculty who are full-time100%College Scorecard, fall 2023
Endowment per student$24,689IPEDS, 2023, per student
Dorm spaceFor about 68% of studentsBeds per undergraduate; not who lives on campus
Nearest airport with airline serviceFort Wayne International Airport (FWA)About 17 miles away · about 30 minutes by car
Nearest major airportIndianapolis International Airport (IND)About 92 miles away
Town population17,030Census, 2020–2024
Nearest city of 250,000 people or moreFort WayneAbout 23 miles away · about 45 minutes by car
Typical weather25°F in January · 73°F in JulyNOAA, 1991–2020, from Huntington, IN, about 3 miles away

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Campus safety reports

On-campus crimes reported in 2024, per 1,000 students.

CategoryThis campusU.S. rate
Rape0.000.07
Robbery0.000.01
Aggravated assault0.000.04
Burglary0.000.08
Motor vehicle theft0.000.15

Numbers reflect what each campus reported. They differ with campus size and how reporting is done, so compare with care. U.S. rate: total reported offenses divided by total students at every institution in the report.

Source: Official data: U.S. Department of Education

Questions families ask

Is Huntington University a Christian college?
Yes. Huntington University is a Christian college. Its sponsor is Church of the United Brethren in Christ.
What is Huntington University’s Compass Score?
76 out of 100 (grade B). It combines faith (75%) and academics (25%), each rated from official sources.
Where is chapel held at Huntington University?
Chapel is listed at Zurcher Auditorium and Merillat Centre for the Arts. Days and times are on this page; please confirm with the college’s spiritual life office before you go.

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