Marquette University
Milwaukee, Wisconsin · Private
Marquette University admitted 78% of 20,002 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1230–1360 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 80% of students graduate within six years.
Your chances at Marquette University
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Application deadlines
Marquette University’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Early action
- November 15, 2026
- Regular decision
- February 1, 2027
The application is free. Marquette University asks for the Common App personal essay.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check Marquette University’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
Early decision and early action
Marquette University offers early action but didn’t report its early admit rate.
1,397 students were offered a spot on the waitlist, 1,397 took it, and 183 were admitted from it.
What admissions weighs
How Marquette University rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- Course rigor
- GPA
Important
- Test scores
- Essay
- Activities
- Volunteering
Considered
- Class rank
- Recommendations
- Interview
- Talent or ability
- Character
- First generation
- Work experience
Not considered
- Legacy
- Where you live
- State residency
- Religion
- Showing interest
High school GPA
First-year students averaged a 3.60 GPA. 28% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.
Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $68,430 a year. After grants, students paid $32,031 on average.
Average price after grants, by family income:
Quick answers
What is Marquette University’s acceptance rate?
Marquette University admitted 78% of applicants: 15,606 of 20,002 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).
When is Marquette University’s early action deadline?
For 2026–27, early action is due November 15, 2026 and regular decision is due February 1, 2027. Common App deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone.
What SAT score do you need for Marquette University?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1230 to 1360, with a median around 1300. A score at or above 1300 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is Marquette University’s application fee?
The application is free for 2026–27.
What does Marquette University require?
Besides the application and transcript, Marquette University asks for the Common App personal essay.
Does Marquette University have supplemental essays?
No. Marquette University has no supplemental essays for 2026–27. You send only the Common App personal essay.
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