McKendree University Transfer and Admissions Information

Private

4 year
1,788

Full + Part time Students
1:14

Faculty to Student Ratio
15%

Transfer Student Ratio

As Illinois’ first college, McKendree continues its tradition of excellence through the ideals set forth in our mission. Our philosophy reflects concern for the individual development of our students and a commitment to personalized education. Our 234 acre campus is home to 43 buildings and 5 residential communities. With an average class size of 14 and over $16 million awarded in institutional aid yearly, our 30 minute commute to St. Louis makes us the ideal university for any student. With 56 undergraduate degree programs, an abundance of internship opportunities, almost 30 athletic programs, and 86 student organizations, it's no wonder our graduates boast a 98% post-graduation success rate.

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Overview

Founded	1828
Full-Time Undergraduate	1,788
Transfer Students	166
Programs	54 Programs
Courses	836 Courses
Equivalencies	886 outgoing Equivalencies

Financial Information

In-State Tuition	$31,700
Out-of-State Tuition	$31,700
Books and Supplies	$1,000

Scholarships and Financial Aid:

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is the form used for the awarding of federal student aid along with state and institutional aid. Students should apply as soon as possible on or after October 1. McKendree University is excited to provide academically talented transfer students with scholarship opportunities. Students must be enrolled full time at McKendree to be eligible.
Tuition and Fees:

The total estimated cost of attendance for a campus resident is $47,730 which includes flat rate tuition (12-18 credit hours per semester), room (based on Barnett, Baker, Walton), board, fees, books. loan fees, personal expenses and transportation.

Information for Transfer In Students

View Agreements:

https://www.mckendree.edu/admission/info/transfer/articulation-transfer-plans.php
Credit For Life Experience:

McKendree University does not give credit for life experience.

Transfer Application Requirements

Minimum GPA:

Each application is reviewed holistically, however, to be considered for admission as a transfer student, applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 for all coursework completed at the post-secondary level.
Official Transcripts:

Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended are required. An official final high school or GED transcript is required if you have completed fewer than 12 post-secondary credits.
Apply Here:

https://www.mckendree.edu/admission/info/transfer/index.php

Transfer Credit Policy

Minimum Grade:

The student must have earned a grade equivalent to C or better (2.0 on a 4.0 scale) in every course requested for transfer. Courses taken pass/ fail are not accepted in transfer.
Credits (Min/Max):

No more than 90 credit hours will be accepted toward a degree from any combination of transfer credit (junior and community colleges and four-year institutions) and prior learning assessment.

Virtual Tour

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