Methodist College
Methodist College is a private research university in Peoria, Illinois, enrolling about 245 students. Admission is moderately selective, with an acceptance rate of about 38.89% in federal reporting data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $69,800 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $18,008
- 2024 Average Net Price: $41,787 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 38.89% Selective
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 245 53.9% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 20.00%
Methodist College: what the data shows
Common questions about Methodist College, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Methodist College?
Methodist College is located in Peoria, IL (ZIP 61615).
NCES locale classification: Suburb.
Is Methodist College public or private?
Methodist College is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Methodist College cost?
Published tuition: $18,008.
Average net price after aid: $41,787.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| $75,001–$110,000 | $41,787 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $72,032.
How hard is it to get into Methodist College?
Admission rate: 38.89%.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Methodist College?
Total enrollment: 245 students.
About 54% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Methodist College?
150%-time completion rate: 20.00%.
What do graduates of Methodist College earn?
Median earnings: $64,709 six years after entry; $69,800 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $31,250.
51.07% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Methodist College known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Other/Unknown Programs (247 completions)
- Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, & Nursing Research (181 completions)
- Licensed Practical & Vocational Nurse Training (45 completions)
- CIP 510801 (8 completions)
- Health & Medical Administrative Services (5 completions)
- Social Work (3 completions)
- CIP 513203 (2 completions)
- CIP 513811 (2 completions)
- CIP 301101 (1 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Methodist College a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 38.89%; completion rate 20.00%; median earnings $69,800 at 10 years; net price $41,787. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Costs
Tuition Costs
$18,008
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Methodist College was $18,008.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$41,787
2024 Value
In 2024 Methodist College had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $41,787.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$167,148 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$41,787 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$72,032 4-Year Tuition
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.
4-year total cost breakdown for Methodist College.
Financial Aid by Income Level
51.07% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
81.55% 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 Methodist College 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 Methodist College 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 | $17,030 | $17,030 | $29,545 |
| 2014 | $19,600 | $19,600 | $26,966 |
| 2015 | $20,140 | $20,140 | $28,160 |
| 2016 | $20,710 | $20,710 | $30,712 |
| 2017 | $20,750 | $20,750 | $27,357 |
| 2018 | $20,750 | $20,750 | $30,592 |
| 2019 | $17,560 | $17,560 | $35,862 |
| 2020 | $17,988 | $17,988 | $25,714 |
| 2021 | $18,008 | $18,008 | $28,547 |
| 2022 | $18,008 | $18,008 | $31,652 |
| 2023 | $18,008 | $18,008 | $14,867 |
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
38.89% Acceptance Rate
This institution is selective, accepting about half of all 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
53.9% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Methodist College in 2024 is 245 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
N/A%
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
20.00% 100% Completion Time
20.00% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 20.00% of students graduating from Methodist College completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Methodist College.
Return on Investment
$31,250 Median Student Debt
$69,800 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
44.77% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
317.59% Return on Investment
4.5 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Methodist College.
Top Programs by Completions
9 Programs Reporting Data
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, & Nursing Research: 181 completions
Licensed Practical & Vocational Nurse Training: 45 completions
CIP 51.0801: 8 completions
Health & Medical Administrative Services: 5 completions
Social Work: 3 completions
CIP 51.3203: 2 completions
CIP 51.3811: 2 completions
CIP 30.1101: 1 completions
Other/Unknown Programs: 247 completions
Most popular programs at Methodist College.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Methodist College graduates.
About
Methodist College is a private non-profit institution located in Peoria, IL, offering 9 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 245 students. It is selective, with an admission rate of 38.89%. The institution maintains a 20.00% graduation rate. Approximately 51.07% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Location
Peoria, IL 61615
Region: Great Lakes
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 20.00% graduation rate at Methodist College falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
FAQ
How much does Methodist College cost?
Reported in-state tuition is $18,008 and average net price is $41,787 in the latest College Scorecard data.
How hard is it to get into Methodist College?
The admission rate is 38.9% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data.
What do graduates of Methodist College earn?
Median earnings are $64,709 six years after entry and $69,800 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Methodist College?
The 150%-time completion rate is 20.0% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Methodist College students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $31,250.
How big is Methodist College?
Total enrollment is about 245 students in the latest reporting year.
Is Methodist College public or private?
Methodist College is a private nonprofit institution located in Peoria, IL.
Is Methodist College an HBCU?
No. Methodist College is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Methodist College a tribal college?
No. Methodist College is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Methodist College a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Methodist College does not meet that proxy (reported share 2.9%).
Is Methodist College religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Methodist College in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
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.