McKendree University

701 College Road
Lebanon, IL 62254

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https://www.mckendree.edu/
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Main telephone 618-537-4481
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Public or private Private
Type of school University
Denomination Methodist
Date founded 1828
Degrees offered Associate, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctorate, Other advanced degrees
School accreditation North Central Association of Colleges and Schools
Setting Suburban (within commuting distance of a large city)
Closest major metropolitan area St. Louis, MO; Belleville, IL
Campus size 235 acres
County Saint Clair
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Number of full time, freshmen men 145
Number of full time, freshmen women 123
Total number of full time freshmen 268
Number of part time, freshmen men 0
Number of part time, freshmen women 0
Total number of part time freshmen 0
Total number of freshmen men 145
Total number of freshmen women 123
Total number of freshmen 268
Number of full time, undergraduate men 654
Number of full time, undergraduate women 603
Total number of full time undergraduates 1,257
Number of part time, undergraduate men 67
Number of part time, undergraduate women 119
Total number of part time undergraduates 186
Total number of undergraduate males 721
Total number of undergraduate females 722
Total number of undergraduate students 1,443
Total enrollment 1,455
American Indian/Alaskan Native Less than 1%
Asian Less than 1%
Black 11%
Hispanic 6%
White 60%
Race/ethnicity unknown 10%
These figures reflect responses of people who chose to indicate their racial-ethnic background. All categories except Hispanic represent non-Hispanic students. International students are not included in these figures so they may not add up to 100 percent.
Percentage of students from out of state 34%
Number of states and territories represented 43
Percentage of students from outside the US 4%
Number of countries represented 43
Percentage of students 25 or older 19%
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Tuition year 2022-2023
In-state tuition $32,020
Out-of-state tuition $32,020
Fees $1,410
Books and supplies $1,000
Room and board (live on campus)* $11,080
* Room and board costs may vary by housing facility and number of meals in meal plan
Campus/location Yes
Class load (number of credits taken) Yes
Deferment plan (you can pay part of your tuition at the start of the term and the rest at the end of the term) Yes
Installment plan (you can pay tuition in several payments over the course of the term) Yes
School employees and their children Yes
Undergraduate costs are for ... (Costs are for the 2022-2023 academic year.)
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Financial aid contact person Paula Carpenter
Financial aid contact title Director of Financial Aid
Financial aid contact e-mail Email
Financial aid phone 618-537-6532
Financial aid office website Find more information on this website
Scholarship list website Find more information on this website
Submit these forms FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)
School year financial aid data is from 2021-2022
Average financial aid package awarded to freshmen $27,727
For freshmen, percentage of need* met by aid package 80%
Average amount of financial aid awarded to freshmen
Loan $3,041
Scholarship or grant $24,749
Average financial aid package awarded to undergraduates (including freshmen) $25,295
For all undergraduates, percentage of need* met by aid package 75%
Average amount of financial aid awarded to undergraduates
Loan $4,001
Scholarship or grant $21,824
Work study $1,700
* "Need" as defined for financial aid results from a formula based on a student's situation. The formula considers family and student income, family size, unusual expenses, and the school's costs.
Number of freshmen who applied for aid 270
Number of freshmen who received aid 194
Number of undergraduates who applied for aid 1,252
Number of undergraduates who received aid 879
Percentage of students who took out loans to pay for school 65%
Average student loan debt for last graduating class $25,766
Loans
Federal PLUS loans (for parents) Yes
Federal Direct Stafford loans (subsidized) Yes
Federal Direct Stafford loans (unsubsidized) Yes
Need-based scholarships and grants
Federal Pell Grants Yes
Federal Supplemental Education Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) Yes
Privately-sponsored scholarships and grants Yes
State-sponsored scholarships and grants Yes
Merit-based scholarships and grants
School-sponsored scholarships in academics Yes
School-sponsored scholarships in art Yes
School-sponsored scholarships in special achievements Yes
School-sponsored scholarships for special characteristics Yes
Student employment
Work study Yes
Non-proprietary financial aid data are from ... (Financial aid data are for the 2021-2022 academic year.)
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Admissions contact person Josie Blasdel
Admissions contact title Director of Undergraduate Admission
Admissions contact e-mail Email
Admissions phone (local) 800-232-7228
Electronic application website Find more information on this website
For incoming students Moderately difficult (about 85% of all applicants accepted)
Number of male applicants 906
Number of male applicants accepted 700
Number of male applicants who enrolled 145
Number of female applicants 859
Number of female applicants accepted 671
Number of female applicants who enrolled 123
Total number of applicants 1,765
Total number of applicants accepted 1,371
Total number of applicants who enrolled 268
High school education High school diploma required and GED accepted.
Fall* application deadline Continuous
Notification date for fall admission applicants Continuous
Fall transfer application deadline Continuous
Notification date for fall transfer applicants Continuous
* Application dates for winter, spring, or summer term admission are likely to be different.
Online application available Find more information on this website
High school GPA Very important
Difficulty of high school courses Very important
Standardized test scores Important
High school class rank Important
Recommendations Important
Application essay Considered
Character/personal qualities Not considered
Interview Considered
Talent or ability Considered
Extracurricular activities Considered
Level of applicant's interest Considered
Religious affiliation/commitment Not considered
Work experience Considered
Related to a school graduate Considered
First generation college student Not considered
Racial/ethnic group Not considered
Accepted students can defer admission for a period of time Yes
College-Level Examination Program (CLEP) general Yes
College-Level Examination Program (CLEP) subject Yes
Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support (DANTES) Yes
Age limit on courses to be transferred 10 years
Average GPA (on 4.0 scale) 3.38
Percentage in top 50% of their high school class 66%
Percentage in top 25% 33%
Percentage in top 10% 12%
Percentage of freshmen who returned for their sophomore year 73%
Percentage of full-time students who complete their bachelor's degree:
In four years or less 40%
Between four and five years 11%
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Associate Yes
Bachelor's Yes
Master's Yes
Doctorate Yes
Other advanced degrees Yes
Academic calendar Semesters
Number of faculty on campus 187
Student faculty ratio 15:1
Required number of credits for an associate degree 68 credit hours
Required number of credits for a bachelor's degree 120 credit hours
All students must meet:
Computer course requirements Yes
Core curriculum or school-wide requirements Yes
Internship requirement Depends on major
Math or science requirement Yes
Senior project requirement Depends on major
Evenings Yes
On-line/distance learning Yes
Part time Yes
Summer school Yes
Accelerated degree Yes
Double major Yes
Freshman honors college Yes
Graduate courses open to undergraduates Yes
Honors program Yes
Student-designed major Yes
3-2 degree programs (three-year bachelor's degree and two-year master's degree) are available Yes
Business Yes
Other Exercise Science and Athletic Training
Domestic exchange available Yes
Study abroad available Yes
Army ROTC Yes
Air Force ROTC Yes
Advanced Placement Yes
Cooperative education Yes
External degree program (earn credits through options that require little or no classroom attendance) Yes
Independent study Yes
Internships Yes
Computers on campus for student use Yes (380)
Computer lab available to students Yes
Computer network can be accessed from dorm rooms Yes
Computer network can be accessed from off campus Yes
Online registration for classes Yes
Main library name Holman Library
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National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Yes
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Choral groups Yes
Drama or theater groups Yes
Marching band Yes
Newspaper Yes
Radio station Yes
National or local fraternities Yes
National or local sororities Yes
Number of student clubs and associations with open membership 60
Largest clubs and organizations on campus Center for Public Service, Wonders of Wellness, Campus Ministries, APO, Debate
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Percentage of students who live on campus 73%
School owns or operates housing Yes
Highest year that students are required to live on campus Not required
Housing availability for first year students Guaranteed
Housing options Co-ed
Housing is available for students with disabilities Yes
Dorms require a key or code to enter Yes
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Remedial education courses Yes
Health clinic Yes
Psychological counseling Yes
Orientation Yes
Housing Yes
Services for students with learning disabilities Yes
24-hour emergency phone and alarms on campus Yes
Campus patrolled by trained security personnel Yes
Late night transport service Yes
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Had a full-time job offer within six months of graduation 52%
Went directly to graduate or professional school 43%
Was counseled by the career services office 52%
Alumni networking and mentoring Yes
Career counseling Yes
Career interest testing Yes
Career library Yes
Job bank Yes
Job fairs Yes
Job interviews Yes
Job interview preparation Yes
On campus recruitment by employers Yes
Placement assistance Yes
Résumé preparation assistance Yes
Résumé referral to employers Yes
Other career services Graduate school assistance, internships
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Grad admissions contact person Sabrina Storner
Grad admissions contact title Director of Graduate Admission
Grad admissions contact e-mail address Email
Grad admissions contact phone (local) 800-232-7228
Number of undergraduate men 721
Number of undergraduate women 722
Total number of undergraduate students 1,443
Total enrollment 1,455
Tuition year 2019-2020
In-state tuition* $9,522
Out-of-state tuition* $9,522
* Tuition may vary by program
Graduate costs are for ... (Costs are for the 2019-2020 academic year.)
Source: Illinois Career Information System (CIS) brought to you by Illinois Department of Employment Security. If you have questions or concerns about the information displaying please contact Illinois Career Information System.