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Methodist College

PrivateCity: Midsize

About Methodist College

Overview, location, and what makes it stand out

Methodist College in Peoria trains nurses and health workers for central Illinois, and grew out of a hospital school. Nursing is its largest program by a wide margin.

Founded

1900

Location

Peoria, Illinois

Students

267

Institution

Private

Known For

NursingHealth Sciences

Key Stats

A quick snapshot of what matters most

Acceptance Rate

38.9%

Selective

Graduation Rate

N/A

Not reported

Tuition

$18,008

Per year

Avg Net Price

$41,787

After financial aid

SAT Average

980

Out of 1600

Median Earnings

$69,800

10 years after enrollment

Admissions

How competitive is getting in?

Selectivity

Highly CompetitiveOpen Admission
38.9%

Very Selective

38.9 out of 100 applicants get in

How to Apply

Test Policy

Test Optional

Application Fee

$25

Early

N/A

Deadline

Rolling

Methodist College accepts 38.9% of applicants, with admitted students averaging around 980 on the SAT. If you're near or above that range, you have a strong chance.

SAT Scores

980/ 1600

850740630520410300
390
Math: 390
410
R&W: 410
25th
560
Math: 560
600
R&W: 600
75th
Math
Reading & Writing

ACT Scores

24/ 36

393530262117
22
25th: 22
25th
24
Avg: 24
Avg
27
75th: 27
75th
25th Percentile
Average
75th Percentile

Academics

How strong is the academic experience?

Student Success

N/A

Graduation rate not reported

Retention

Not reported

4-Year Grad

Not reported

6-Year Grad

Not reported

The federal survey collects no first-year retention cohort for this college.

Teaching Quality

8:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

Full-Time

58.3%

$/Student

$15.8K

Class Size

Small

Tuition & Costs

What will you actually pay?

Tuition & Fees

$18,008

Annual Tuition

Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals

Room & Board

$17,280

Books & Supplies

$1,700

Total Cost of Attendance

$46,874

After Financial Aid

$41,787

Average Net Price

Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships

Net Price (family income <$30K)

N/A

Receive Grants

51.1%

Take Loans

81.6%

The total cost of attendance runs about $46,874/yr, including $17,280 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $41,787.

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 Methodist College fund their education.

While in School

51.1%

Get Grants

Free money

81.6%

Take Loans

Must repay

$30,855

Median Family Income

After Graduation

$31,250

Median Debt at Graduation

Total federal loan balance when students graduate

$331/mo

Monthly Payment

0%

Low

Default Rate

The $31,250 median debt is above average, but graduates earn $70K within ten years. The numbers suggest the investment pays off for most students.

Student Body

Diversity, gender, and enrollment

From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Methodist College.

Gender

90.2%

Female

/

10%

Male

Female to Male Ratio

Race & Ethnicity

62%
24.5%
4.9%
2.9%
2.5%
White
Black
Multiracial
Hispanic
Asian

Enrollment

245

Undergraduate Students

Student Profile

22

Graduates

34.8%

First-Gen

27 yrs

Avg Age

64.7%

Age 25+

With an average entry age of 27, the campus has more working adults and non-traditional students than most schools. You'll find classmates with real-world experience. 34.8% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.

Campus Life

What it's like to be a student here

Campus Setting

RuralCity
City: Midsize

City: Midsize

Campus Quick Facts

245

Students

private

Institution

Small

Campus Size

Tribal

Classification

What This College Offers

Semester calendar

Study Abroad

No

AP Credit

No

Teacher Cert

No

ROTC

No

Evening College

Yes

Online Programs

Yes

Job Placement

Yes

Career Counseling

Yes

After Graduation

What can you earn with this degree?

How much do graduates of Methodist Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.

Earnings Trajectory

$69,800

Median Earnings · 10 Years After

$65K
6yr
$50K
8yr
$70K
10yr

Popular Programs

Top 4

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing

$68K

102 grads

1yr Earnings

Health and Medical Administrative Services

7 grads

Social Work

1 grads

Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General

1 grads

Earnings grow steadily here: $65K at six years, $50K at eight, and $70K by ten. Well above average at every stage.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Methodist College

What is the acceptance rate at Methodist College?
Methodist College has an acceptance rate of 38.9%. Methodist College accepts 38.9% of applicants, with admitted students averaging around 980 on the SAT. If you're near or above that range, you have a strong chance.
How much does Methodist College cost?
Tuition at Methodist College is $18,008 for in-state students and $18,008 for out-of-state students. The total cost of attendance runs about $46,874/yr, including $17,280 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $41,787.
How much do Methodist College graduates earn?
The median earnings for Methodist College graduates is $69,800 ten years after enrollment. Earnings grow steadily here: $65K at six years, $50K at eight, and $70K by ten. Well above average at every stage.

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.