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McMurry University

McMurry University is a small, private institution located in Abilene, tx. Founded in 1923, McMurry University offers undergraduate degrees in 40 majors.

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Key stats

college-type 4 Year, Private
athletics Division 3
undergraduates 1,092 undergraduates
cost $30,212 undergraduate tuition
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Admissions

Will I get into McMurry University? Here’s what we know about who has! SAT/ACT scores are considered but not required to apply. Check here for college application deadline info or visit the school’s website.

Acceptance rate 56.5%
SAT score average 1138
ACT score average 22
Average high school GPA 3.8
Application fee N/A
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Key deadlines

June
30
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August
15
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February
05
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Academics

The degree program or major you pursue is major! McMurry University is known for one of its top majors: Psychology, General. Their student-faculty ratio is 13:1.

Graduation rate
Retention Rate
13 :1
Student to faculty ratio

Popular degree programs

Social Sciences and Psychology
Education and Teaching
Law and Legal Studies
Business and Management
Natural Sciences and Environmental Studies
Other
Health and Medical Professions

Popular majors

Psychology, General
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Business/Commerce, General
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas
Biology, General
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other

Annual tuition & cost

In state

Undergraduate tuition $30,212
Additional expenses
Room & board $9,250
Books & supplies $1,200
Other expenses $3,350
Cost of attendance* $44,012
Average financial aid package $25,438
Estimated cost $18,574 See my potential costs

Out of state

Undergraduate tuition $30,212
Additional expenses
Room & board $9,250
Books & supplies $1,200
Other expenses $3,350
Cost of attendance* $44,012
Average financial aid package $25,438
Estimated cost $18,574 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.

Student population

Who’s going to be there? McMurry University has a total undergraduate enrollment of 1,092, with gender binary students split 53% male and 47% female.

Total enrollment

1,237

Enrollment by gender

Male
Female

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %
44%
African American %
15%
Hispanic American %
35%
Asian %
1%
Native American %
0%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
0%
Multiracial %
1%
Unknown %
4%

Student type

Full-time
Living on campus
International

Campus life

Find your people & try new things

At McMurry University, students love their Alpha Phi Omega, student athletes compete in Division 3 sports, and freshmen are required to live on campus.

Campus info

map S 14th and Sayles Blvd, Abilene, TX 79697
phone 325-793-3800
address https://mcm.edu/
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Popular clubs & activities

Alpha phi omega

Religious life council

Mcmurry student government

Campus activity board

Servant leadership

clubs
announcement

Athletics

NCAA Division levelDivision 3
Varsity sportsYes
Intramural sportsYes
greek-life

Greek life

Female
Male

Frequently asked questions

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

Where is McMurry University?

McMurry University is located in Abilene, tx.

What is the acceptance rate at McMurry University? 

The acceptance rate for McMurry University is 56%.

What’s the average GPA for McMurry University?

The average high school GPA for McMurry University students was 3.8.

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

The estimated cost for 4 years at McMurry University including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $176,048.

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