Malone University

What Malone University does

Malone University is a private, independent Christian liberal arts university founded in 1892 and located in Canton, Ohio, operating under the Evangelical Friends (EFC-ER) tradition. It enrolls approximately 1,200 traditional undergraduate and graduate students drawn from 27 states and 11 countries and employs between 251 and 500 staff across academic, administrative, and operational functions. The institution markets itself as Northeast Ohio's only Bible-based university and integrates Christian faith across all academic disciplines, from its founding Bible and Theology programs to applied fields such as Nursing, Cybersecurity, Business Analytics, and Zoo and Wildlife Biology.

Its core academic product spans 60+ undergraduate majors and minors, five graduate programs (MBA, MSW, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, School Counseling, and graduate certificates), and an Associate of Arts in General Studies. Supporting the academic core are the Moodle learning management system and the MaloneXpress student information portal, with online learning infrastructure now extended via a new online Master of Social Work launching Fall 2026. The university is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and holds program-specific accreditations including CACREP (counseling), Education, and Social Work, conferring federal Title IV eligibility for Pell Grants, student loans, and work-study.

Revenue mechanics are predominantly tuition-and-fee-driven and residential: students pay annual tuition alongside room, board, and ancillary fees, with 98% of full-time students receiving some form of financial aid. Diversified revenue streams include donations through the Malone Fund and endowment, facility rentals and event services (Johnson Center, Brehme Conference Center, athletic venues, and Malone Nature Preserve), contracted food service via AVI Fresh, and Ohio TechCred-funded workforce training delivered at no cost to employers. Distribution is primarily direct-to-student through undergraduate and graduate admissions, with experiential pathways including NCAA Division II athletics (20 teams, 350+ athletes), the Learn & Earn workforce partnership program, and a Center for Intercultural Studies that operates study abroad with 30+ international partner institutions.

Name

Malone University

Legal name

Malone University

Website

https://malone.edu

Company type

Private

Founded year

1892

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Malone University is a private Christian liberal arts university in Canton, Ohio, serving roughly 1,200 undergraduate and graduate students through 60+ majors, five graduate programs, NCAA Division II athletics, and workforce development partnerships with regional employers.

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Product category

Higher Education

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113), Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (611310)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Religiously Affiliated Liberal Arts Colleges (EDAHACAF)

akta.pro secondary industry

General Liberal Arts Colleges (EDAHACAA)

Keywords

• Christian higher education
• Undergraduate degree programs
• Graduate degree programs
• Online learning
• Workforce development

Headquarters

HQ city

Canton

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Fees: Traditional undergraduate and graduate tuition revenue from degree-seeking students, including part-time and full-time enrollment.
2. Room and Board: On-campus housing and dining services revenue from residential students.
3. Financial Aid Administration: Federal Title IV financial aid programs including Pell Grants, student loans, and work-study administered by the university for eligible students.
4. Facility Rental and Event Services: Campus venues rented for external events, conferences, weddings, and athletic events. Venues include King Field, Hazen Field, Pioneer Softball Field, Osborne Hall Gymnasium, Johnson Center Worship Center (1,100 capacity), Brehme Conference Center, Stewart Room, and Malone Nature Preserve.
5. Alumni Giving and Donations: Malone Fund and endowment donations supporting university operations and strategic goals.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Malone University is a private Christian liberal arts university offering 60+ undergraduate majors and five graduate degree programs (MBA, MSW, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, School Counseling, and graduate certificates). It delivers residential undergraduate education integrated with Evangelical Friends (EFC-ER) biblical faith, complemented by online learning, workforce development partnerships, study abroad programs, NCAA Division II athletics, and campus event and conference hosting services.

Product overview

Malone University is a Christian liberal arts university offering a comprehensive educational portfolio. The core offerings consist of undergraduate and graduate academic degree programs across diverse disciplines including business, sciences, humanities, ministry, and health sciences. Supporting modules include online learning delivery, workforce development initiatives (Learn & Earn, TechCred partnerships), international study programs through the Center for Intercultural Studies, conference and event services with campus venues, and the Malone Nature Preserve retreat facility. The institution also provides specialized credentials such as the Computer Science Education Endorsement and new online MSW program launching Fall 2026. The academic structure follows a General Education Path integrated with Christian principles, complemented by experiential learning opportunities.

Differentiator

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Functional benefit

Products and services

• Undergraduate Academic Programs Comprehensive baccalaureate degree programs across 60+ majors and minors including Accounting, Biology, Business Administration, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Data Analytics, Nursing, Psychology, Bible and Theology, Education, Marketing, and many others. Designed for residential undergraduate students seeking a faith-based liberal arts education.
• Graduate Academic Programs Graduate-level degree and certificate programs including MBA, MSW, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, School Counseling, Computer Science Education Endorsement, and Gifted Endorsement for Educators. Designed for working professionals seeking flexible scheduling.
• Online Master of Social Work (MSW) Program Online delivery of the Master of Social Work degree program designed for working professionals who desire flexibility. The program begins in Fall 2026 and expands Malone's online graduate offerings.
• Learn & Earn Workforce Development Program Workforce development initiative connecting Malone students with hands-on career opportunities through employer partnerships with regional companies including Hall of Fame Village, Fastenal, Hummel Group, Visit Canton, Jarrett, and Habitat for Humanity.
• Computer Science Education Endorsement Graduate-level teaching endorsement certificate that prepares current teachers for the rapidly evolving, technology-driven job market, aligned with Ohio's latest teaching licensure standards.
• Center for Intercultural Studies (Study Abroad) Study abroad, service-learning, and semester exchange programs delivered through partnerships with 30+ international institutions, including Salzburg College (Austria), Veritas Christian Study Abroad (multiple countries), Gordon College (Balkans, Italy), Au Sable Institute, LCC International University (Lithuania), Uganda Studies Program, and others.
• Event Services and Conference Hosting Campus venue rental and event management services for external events including conferences, corporate meetings, banquets, weddings, and athletic events. Venues include Johnson Center (1,100 capacity), Brehme Conference Center, Stewart Room, Osborne Hall Gymnasium, and athletics venues.
• Malone Nature Preserve Retreat and outdoor experience facility located 45 miles from the main campus in Mechanicstown, Ohio, used for retreats, events, and camps by student organizations and external groups.
• General Education Curriculum Foundational general education curriculum that guides undergraduate students through Christian higher education, progressing from introductory Foundations courses through interdisciplinary capstone experiences.
• Student Managed Investment Fund (SMIF) Hands-on investment management learning experience within the business program in which students manage real capital as part of their academic training.
• On-Campus Housing and Dining Residential housing and dining services for enrolled students, with on-campus dining commons operated by AVI Foodsystems.

Quantifiable outcome

• 100% of 2024 BSN graduates passed NCLEX exam on first attempt
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Named customers8 records

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles3 records

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Partnerships

18 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Hall of Fame VillagecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLearn & Earn workforce partnership connecting students with career opportunities at the Hall of Fame Village complex in Canton, Ohio. Provides hands-on professional experience and networking for students while supporting talent retention in the region.
• Fastenal CompanycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLearn & Earn employer partner providing students with career opportunities and workforce experience. Supports regional talent development and retention.
• Hummel GroupminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional employer partner in Learn & Earn program offering students professional experience and networking connections.
• Visit CantoncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional tourism and hospitality partner supporting Learn & Earn program, particularly beneficial for Hospitality and Tourism program students. Connects students with professional opportunities in Canton's visitor economy.
• JarrettminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal/regional employer partner in Learn & Earn workforce development initiative.
• Habitat for Humanity East Central OhiominorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNonprofit community service partner providing students experiential learning opportunities in housing ministry and community development.
• Salzburg College (Austria)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerStudy abroad partner institution in Salzburg, Austria offering semester and summer programs for Malone students.
• Gordon CollegeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerChristian college partner offering study abroad programs in Balkans and Italy (Orvieto) for Malone students.
• Veritas Christian Study AbroadcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMajor study abroad partner offering programs in Chile, Costa Rica, Czech Republic, England, France, Italy, New Zealand, Peru, South Africa, and South Korea. Multiple destinations through single partnership.
• Au Sable InstituteminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerChristian environmental science study abroad partner with programs in Costa Rica, India, and United States (Great Lakes).
• CCCU Global EdminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCouncil for Christian Colleges & Universities program offering study abroad in England and Jordan (Middle East Studies).
• LCC International University (Lithuania)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEuropean study abroad partner in Lithuania offering cross-cultural academic experiences.
• Uganda Studies ProgramminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerChristian study abroad program in Uganda for Malone students seeking African cultural immersion and academic experience.
• Living and Learning InternationalminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerStudy abroad partner offering programs in Ecuador and United States (Baltimore, MD) locations.
• AVI Fresh (AVI Foodsystems)coreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerContracted food service provider for all campus dining and catering services. Provides full spectrum of casual to formal menus for events and daily dining operations. Contact: Kim Carr, Director of Catering.
• Lourdes UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTransfer pathway partnership announced February 2026 supporting Lourdes University students in continuing their education following Lourdes's announcement regarding program changes.
• Higher Learning Commission (HLC)coreOthersRegional accreditation body accrediting Malone University to award baccalaureate and masters degrees. Located at 230 South LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500, Chicago, Illinois 60604.
• U.S. Department of EducationcoreOthersFederal agency providing Title IV financial aid program administration including Pell Grants, student loans, and work-study programs.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Walsh University: Private Catholic university in North Canton, Ohio, ~10 miles from Malone, with comparable undergraduate/graduate portfolios, NCAA Division II athletics, and similar enrollment scale — Malone's most direct regional competitor.
• University of Mount Union: Private liberal arts university in Alliance, Ohio, with similar undergraduate enrollment, NCAA Division II athletics, and graduate programs — directly competes for the same Northeast Ohio student pool.
• Ashland University: Private Christian-affiliated university in Ashland, Ohio, with comparable program breadth, NCAA Division II athletics, and faith-based positioning — competes directly for Ohio faith-oriented students.
• Cedarville University: Private Baptist university in Cedarville, Ohio, with strong faith-based identity and similar residential undergraduate model — competes for the same Evangelical/Christian college-bound demographic statewide.
• University of Findlay: Private Christian university in Findlay, Ohio, offering comparable undergraduate majors, pre-professional programs, and NCAA Division II athletics — direct competitor for Ohio private-college students.
• Tiffin University: Private Ohio university with similar enrollment scale, broad program portfolio, and strong online/distance-learning presence — direct competitor particularly in graduate and online segments.
• Grove City College: Private Christian liberal arts college in Pennsylvania with faith-integrated curriculum, comparable enrollment scale, and traditional residential model — competes for Christian-college-seeking students regionally.
• Geneva College: Private Reformed Christian college in Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania, with faith-based mission, NCAA Division III athletics, and similar liberal arts and pre-professional programs — comparable faith-affiliated peer.
• Mount Vernon Nazarene University: Private Nazarene Christian university in Mount Vernon, Ohio, with comparable enrollment scale, traditional undergraduate focus, and faith-based identity — direct competitor in the Ohio Christian-college market.

Broad incumbents

• Indiana Wesleyan University: Large Wesleyan-affiliated Christian university with a much larger online and graduate footprint — broader incumbent in the Christian higher-education space, particularly relevant as Malone expands into online MSW and graduate programs.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/maloneuniversity
• Xx.com/maloneu
• Facebookfacebook.com/27317928538
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/malone-university

Compliance4 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles12 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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