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McKendree University

McKendree University is a small, private institution located in Lebanon, il. Founded in 1828, McKendree University offers undergraduate degrees in 65 majors.

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Key stats

4 Year, Private
Division 2
1,757 undergraduates
$34,070 undergraduate tuition
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Admissions

Will I get into McKendree University? Here’s what we know about who has! SAT/ACT scores are neither required nor recommended to apply. Check here for college application deadline info or visit the school’s website.

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Acceptance rate 71.7%
SAT score average N/A
ACT score average N/A
Average high school GPA 3.38
Application fee $0.00
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Academics

The degree program or major you pursue is major! McKendree University is known for one of its top majors: Business Administration, Management and Operations. Their student-faculty ratio is 16:1.

Graduation rate
Retention Rate
16 :1
Student to faculty ratio

Popular degree programs

Business and Management
Health and Medical Professions
Education and Teaching
Social Sciences and Psychology
Natural Sciences and Environmental Studies
Mathematics and Statistics

Popular majors

Business Administration, Management and Operations
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Psychology, General
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
Educational Administration and Supervision
Education, General

Annual tuition & cost

In state

Undergraduate tuition $34,070
Additional expenses
Room & board $12,270
Books & supplies $1,000
Other expenses $2,710
Cost of attendance* $50,050
Average financial aid package $25,295
Estimated cost $24,755 See my potential costs

Out of state

Undergraduate tuition $34,070
Additional expenses
Room & board $12,270
Books & supplies $1,000
Other expenses $2,710
Cost of attendance* $50,050
Average financial aid package $25,295
Estimated cost $24,755 See my potential costs

June 30 FAFSA® deadline

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*Cost of attendance is the average expenses including tuition, room, board and other estimated living expenses.

Scholarships from McKendree University

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Student population

Who’s going to be there? McKendree University has a total undergraduate enrollment of 1,757, with gender binary students split 46% male and 54% female.

Total enrollment

2,392

Enrollment by gender

Male
Female

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %
52%
African American %
9%
Hispanic American %
4%
Asian %
1%
Native American %
0%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
0%
Multiracial %
4%
Unknown %
30%

Student type

Full-time
Living on campus
International

Campus life

Find your people & try new things

At McKendree University, students love their Center for Public Service. Student athletes compete in Division 2 sports.

Campus info

701 College Rd, Lebanon, IL 62254
6185374481
https://www.mckendree.edu/

Popular clubs & activities

Center for public service

Wonders of wellness

Campus ministries

Apo

Debate

clubs
announcement

Athletics

NCAA Division levelDivision 2
Varsity sportsYes
Intramural sportsYes
greek-life

Greek life

Female
Male

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about McKendree University to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is McKendree University?

McKendree University is located in Lebanon, il.

What is the acceptance rate at McKendree University? 

The acceptance rate for McKendree University is 72%.

What’s the average GPA for McKendree University?

The average high school GPA for McKendree University students was 3.38.

How much does it cost for 4 years at McKendree University?  

The estimated cost for 4 years at McKendree University including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $200,200.

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