Marquette University is a private Jesuit university in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, known for its strong nursing, business, and engineering programs. The university emphasizes a mission of service and social justice rooted in its Catholic, Jesuit tradition. Marquette's urban campus provides students with internship and career opportunities throughout the Milwaukee metropolitan area.
Mascot: Golden Eagle
Notable Alumni
Dwyane Wade (NBA Hall of Fame guard)•Chris Farley (comedian, SNL and Tommy Boy)•Pat Richter (three-sport All-American)
At a Glance
Cost
Published sticker prices for 2025-2026. Actual cost after aid varies.
Top Programs & National Ranking
Approximate national ranking based on departmental rankings, research output, and program reputation.
Highlights
Campus Experience
Marquette's Greek system involves just 10% of students and is tightly controlled by the university. Basketball is the real social glue here; game days at Fiserv Forum energize the whole campus. The Jesuit emphasis on 'Cura Personalis' creates a culture where Greek life enhances rather than dominates, and Milwaukee's festivals, breweries, and lakefront give students plenty of off-campus social outlets.
Urban campus near downtown Milwaukee with a mix of Gothic Revival landmarks like St. Joan of Arc Chapel and modern academic buildings, pleasant but surrounded by city infrastructure.
Based on Niche reviews, Princeton Review surveys, student forums, and institutional data.
Safety
Marquette maintains a dedicated campus police force operating 24/7, over 1,200 security cameras, Blue Light phones, and a free LIMO shuttle service running 5 PM to 3 AM.
Milwaukee ranks among the higher-crime cities in the U.S. Students are advised to use the shuttle and travel in groups after dark.
Based on Clery Act data, student surveys, and local crime statistics.
Plan Your Visit
Schedule: Weekdays year-round, select Saturdays for Discovery Days (fall)
Duration: ~75-90 minutes (info session + campus walking tour)
Book at least 2 weeks before your visit — tours fill quickly. Group visits available separately. Discovery Days are weekend open house events in fall for prospective students and families. Call (414) 288-7302 for questions.
Book a TourFree campus tour iPhone app available for self-guided exploration. Campus map recommended as GPS apps may not reflect recent campus changes. Campus is walkable and centrally located in Milwaukee.
Tour ResourcesSeptember through October for pleasant weather and full campus activity, or April through May for spring energy. Avoid January-February when Milwaukee winters are brutally cold. Marquette Madness (basketball season tipoff) and homecoming bring the most campus energy.
Free visitor parking (limited, first-come) in Lot D on N. 13th St between Wisconsin Ave and Wells St. Otherwise: 16th Street Parking Structure (749 N. 16th St) or Wells Street Parking Structure (1240 W. Wells St) — $10/day, credit card only. From Milwaukee Mitchell Airport (MKE): ~10 min by taxi (~$25-30), Uber/Lyft, or GoRiteWay shuttle (~$100 for 1-2 people). Campus is near I-94/I-794/I-43 interchange.
Location
Similar Colleges
Find the right college for you
Explore 161 colleges by degree, filter by acceptance rate, SAT range, and more.
Explore Colleges