McKendree University

McKendree University is moderately difficult to get into. Around 78% of applicants get into McKendree University each year. Out of 1,765 applications received in 2023, 1,371 students were offered admission.

Consult with McKendree University's admissions department for more information on applying.

McKendree University Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of McKendree University's admissions stats.

McKendree University 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.4
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	12%
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional
Waitlist	No

McKendree University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for McKendree University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–

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Considering Applying Early to McKendree University?

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McKendree University does not offer early decision or early action.

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More on McKendree University Admissions

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How Hard Is It To Get Admitted to Mckendree University?

Getting into Mckendree University is moderately difficult. Mckendree University evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.

In 2022, Mckendree University accepted 78% of students, about 1,371 of the 1,765 students who applied.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like Mckendree University, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT.

Transferring to McKendree University

It is moderately difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to McKendree University

McKendree University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into McKendree University?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are given the most weight in the admissions process. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that prioritize the areas where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at McKendree University

What does McKendree University consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Class Rank	Important
Recommendation(s)	Important
Standardized Test Scores	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Application Essay	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Interview	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered

Make sure to check with McKendree University for more information on admission factors.

McKendree University Application Requirements

To apply to McKendree University, all applicants must submit the following items. Check with McKendree University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement	–	–	–	–
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	–	–	–	–
Interview	–	–	–	–
Other Requirements	–	–	–	rank in upper 50% of high school class, minimum ACT score of 20
Letter(s) of Recommendation	–	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	–	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into McKendree University?

Students admitted to McKendree University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.4. McKendree University considers weighted GPA scores from incomging students.

Out of all students that were admitted, 65% submitted a class rank. At McKendree University 12% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 33% were in the top 25% and 66% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At McKendree University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	10%
3.75 and 3.99	13%
3.50 and 3.74	17%
3.25 and 3.49	14%
3.00 and 3.24	17%
2.50 and 2.9	21%
2.00 and 2.49	8%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to McKendree University directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

McKendree University does not have a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

More Information on Transferring to McKendree University

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to McKendree University. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in McKendree University during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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McKendree University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to McKendree University?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to McKendree University.

Does McKendree University accept transfer credits?

✅ McKendree University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. McKendree University accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does McKendree University accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

❌ McKendree University does not accept International Baccalaureate credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to McKendree University?

✅ McKendree University is not test optional.

What is McKendree University's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for McKendree University is 78%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at McKendree University?

❌ McKendree University does not offer early decision.

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