McKendree University
About McKendree University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
McKendree University is a private university in Lebanon, IL. It has a 68.4% acceptance rate and a 55.5% graduation rate, serving approximately 1,528 students.
Founded
1828
Location
Lebanon, Illinois
Students
2,387
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
71.7%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
53.3%
Below national average
Tuition
$34,740
Per year
Avg Net Price
$24,717
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not Considered
Test-blind. Grades and essays decide
Median Earnings
$58,572
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
71.7 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Blind
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
With a 71.7% acceptance rate, McKendree University admits most students who meet the academic standards. Focus on putting together a complete, thoughtful application.
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
53.3% complete their degree within six years
Retention
67.4%
4-Year Grad
43%
6-Year Grad
56%
Teaching Quality
17:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$4.6K
Class Size
Medium
The 43% graduation rate is below average, but 67.4% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$34,740
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$12,742
Books & Supplies
$1,000
Total Cost of Attendance
$48,845
After Financial Aid
$24,717
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$21,928
Receive Grants
33.6%
Take Loans
41.8%
The total cost of attendance runs about $48,845/yr, including $12,742 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $24,717.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at McKendree University fund their education.
While in School
33.6%
Get Grants
Free money
41.8%
Take Loans
Must repay
$49,041
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$23,250
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$246/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Students typically graduate with $23,250 in debt, below the national median. That's a manageable amount for most career paths.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends McKendree University.
Gender
54.1%
Female
46%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,752
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
635
Graduates
32.6%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
13.4%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (54% women, 46% men). 32.6% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 10.2% international students bring global perspectives to campus life.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
1,752
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Master's
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
McKendree University fields 18 varsity teams with 1,094 student athletes, about 62% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division II with football
Conference
Great Lakes Valley
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
18
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
1,094
62% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
63% / 37%
687
Men
407
Women
14
Men's Teams
15
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of McKendree Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$58,572
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Business Administration, Management and Operations
$43K
51 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$32K
34 grads
1yr Earnings
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
$31K
32 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$73K
27 grads
1yr Earnings
Biopsychology
$58K
21 grads
4yr Earnings
Marketing
$35K
19 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $49K six years out, growing to $59K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.