McKendree University
McKendree University is a private research university in Lebanon, Illinois, enrolling about 1,752 students. Admission is moderately selective, with an acceptance rate of about 71.72% in federal reporting data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $58,572 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $34,740
- 2024 Average Net Price: $24,717 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 71.72% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 1,752 93.1% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 53.33%
McKendree University: what the data shows
Common questions about McKendree University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is McKendree University?
McKendree University is located in Lebanon, IL (ZIP 62254-1291).
NCES locale classification: Rural fringe.
Is McKendree University public or private?
McKendree University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does McKendree University cost?
Published tuition: $34,740.
Average net price after aid: $24,717.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $21,928 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $21,432 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $21,041 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $28,333 |
| $110,001+ | $29,066 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $138,960.
How hard is it to get into McKendree University?
Admission rate: 71.72%.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is McKendree University?
Total enrollment: 1,752 students.
About 93% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at McKendree University?
150%-time completion rate: 53.33%.
First-year retention: 67.3%.
What do graduates of McKendree University earn?
Median earnings: $49,439 six years after entry; $58,572 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $23,250.
33.60% of students receive Pell grants.
What is McKendree University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Other/Unknown Programs (582 completions)
- CIP 520201 (140 completions)
- Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, & Nursing Research (96 completions)
- Architectural Sciences and Technology (32 completions)
- CIP 310505 (22 completions)
- Marketing/Marketing Management, General (21 completions)
- Natural Resources Conservation and Research (19 completions)
- General Psychology (19 completions)
- CIP 310504 (16 completions)
- Agricultural Business and Management (14 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is McKendree University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 71.72%; completion rate 53.33%; median earnings $58,572 at 10 years; net price $24,717. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Costs
Tuition Costs
$34,740
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at McKendree University was $34,740.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$24,717
2024 Value
In 2024 McKendree University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $24,717.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$98,868 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$24,717 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$138,960 4-Year Tuition
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.
4-year total cost breakdown for McKendree University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
33.60% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
41.79% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at McKendree University was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for McKendree University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $26,050 | $26,050 | $16,914 |
| 2014 | $26,900 | $26,900 | $16,987 |
| 2015 | $27,930 | $27,930 | $18,733 |
| 2016 | $28,740 | $28,740 | $19,029 |
| 2017 | $29,640 | $29,640 | $20,479 |
| 2018 | $30,520 | $30,520 | $19,371 |
| 2019 | $31,640 | $31,640 | $19,844 |
| 2020 | $32,200 | $32,200 | $19,956 |
| 2021 | $33,050 | $33,050 | $24,989 |
| 2022 | $33,430 | $33,430 | $22,431 |
| 2023 | $34,070 | $34,070 | $24,190 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Admissions
Acceptance Rate
71.72% Acceptance Rate
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
93.1% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at McKendree University in 2024 is 1,752 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
67.3%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
41.59% 100% Completion Time
53.33% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 41.59% of students graduating from McKendree University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for McKendree University.
Return on Investment
$23,250 Median Student Debt
$58,572 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
39.69% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
492.43% Return on Investment
4.0 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for McKendree University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 Programs Reporting Data
CIP 52.0201: 140 completions
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, & Nursing Research: 96 completions
Architectural Sciences and Technology: 32 completions
CIP 31.0505: 22 completions
Marketing/Marketing Management, General: 21 completions
Natural Resources Conservation and Research: 19 completions
General Psychology: 19 completions
CIP 31.0504: 16 completions
Agricultural Business and Management: 14 completions
Other/Unknown Programs: 582 completions
Most popular programs at McKendree University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for McKendree University graduates.
About
McKendree University is a private non-profit institution located in Lebanon, IL, offering 47 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 1,752 students. The admission rate is 71.72%. The institution maintains a 53.33% graduation rate. Approximately 33.60% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Location
Lebanon, IL 62254-1291
Region: Great Lakes
Insights and Analysis
McKendree University provides educational opportunities for students seeking higher education. Prospective students should carefully evaluate all factors including costs, outcomes, and program offerings when making their enrollment decisions.
FAQ
How much does McKendree University cost?
Reported in-state tuition is $34,740 and average net price is $24,717 in the latest College Scorecard data.
How hard is it to get into McKendree University?
The admission rate is 71.7% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data.
What do graduates of McKendree University earn?
Median earnings are $49,439 six years after entry and $58,572 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at McKendree University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 53.3% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do McKendree University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $23,250.
How big is McKendree University?
Total enrollment is about 1,752 students in the latest reporting year.
Is McKendree University public or private?
McKendree University is a private nonprofit institution located in Lebanon, IL.
Is McKendree University an HBCU?
No. McKendree University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is McKendree University a tribal college?
No. McKendree University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is McKendree University a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, McKendree University does not meet that proxy (reported share 4.7%).
Is McKendree University religiously affiliated?
Yes. IPEDS reports a religious affiliation for McKendree University: United Methodist.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.