Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
63.88%
SAT Average
Not available
ACT Range
Not available
McKendree University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 63.88%. This means approximately 639 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 1,600 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
63.88%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Higher Learning Commission | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $34,070 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $34,070 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $47,121 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $24,190 | State avg: $15,478. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 29.09% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 44.55% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does McKendree University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$34,070
Room and board
$12,270
Books and supplies
$1,000
Other expenses
$2,710
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$47,121
Average net price
$24,190
Average aid coverage
49%
$22,931 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at McKendree University pays approximately $24,190 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Illinois average of $15,478 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is McKendree University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Illinois and national averages.
McKendree University net price
$24,190
Illinois average
$15,478
National average
$17,506
McKendree University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $34,070 and average net price at $24,190. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$34,070
Current net price
$24,190
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
59.54%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$58,572
Undergraduates
1,600
10-Year Median Earnings - McKendree University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
McKendree University graduates earn about 1.3x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends McKendree University?
Undergraduates
1,600
Completion rate
59.54%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
29.09%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
44.55%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 29.09% of McKendree University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 44.55% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at McKendree University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use McKendree University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
McKendree University lists Higher Learning Commission as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
McKendree University is listed at 701 College Rd, Lebanon, IL 62254-1291. Accreditor: Higher Learning Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare McKendree University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| McKendree University | 63.88% | $34,070 | $24,190 | $58,572 |
| University of Notre Dame - | Not available | Not available | Not available | $99,980 |
| Chamberlain University-Illinois | 88.57% | $20,604 | $26,933 | $92,405 |
| University of Chicago | 4.79% | $66,939 | $18,967 | $91,885 |
| Northwestern University | 7.15% | $65,997 | $27,143 | $89,363 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is McKendree University's acceptance rate?
McKendree University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 63.88%.
How much is McKendree University tuition?
McKendree University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $34,070.
What is McKendree University's average net price?
McKendree University's average net price in the local dataset is $24,190.
What does McKendree University cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $23,363 for McKendree University students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is McKendree University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $58,572 for McKendree University.
Is McKendree University accredited?
McKendree University's accreditor in the local dataset is Higher Learning Commission.
How many students attend McKendree University?
The local dataset lists 1,600 undergraduate students at McKendree University.
What percentage of McKendree University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for McKendree University in the local dataset is 29.09%.
What is the federal loan rate at McKendree University?
The federal loan rate for McKendree University in the local dataset is 44.55%.
Where should I verify McKendree University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with McKendree University or the latest official federal education data.