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McMurry University

Abilene, TX 4-Year Private
Acceptance Rate78%
Acceptance Rate78%

About McMurry University

McMurry University is a vibrant, comprehensive higher-education institution where you’ll find a welcoming, friendly, and supportive campus community. You’ll experience personalized and interactive learning while growing personally and gaining independence. Friendships will be developed that will last a lifetime.

McMurry is celebrating its Centennial in 2023, founded in 1923 as a Methodist institution affiliated with what is now The United Methodist Church. The university enrolls more than 1,200+ students with an 12:1 student-to-faculty ratio. No graduate assistants teach courses, and 77% of our professors have achieved the highest degree in their academic discipline. You’ll experience nationally recognized liberal arts and sciences education while preparing for a fulfilling career and a life of purpose.

McMurry University is a private, religious institution in the suburb of Abilene, Texas. McMurry University was founded in 1923. The college enrolls around 1,145 students per year, including 1,142 undergraduates.

McMurry University Acceptance Rate

It is moderately difficult to get into McMurry University. In 2022, McMurry University accepted 78% of applicants. Out of 1,372 applications received in 2022, 1,075 students were offered admission.

McMurry University Admissions Facts At-A-Glance
Overall Acceptance Rate 78%
Early Decision Acceptance Rate ED not offered
Early Action Acceptance Rate EA Offered but % not available
Average GPA 3.7
Test Optional Yes
Applicants Submitting SAT scores 10%

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McMurry University is locatedin the town of Abilene, Texas,.

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College Info

1400 Sayles Boulevard Abilene, TX 79697

Campus Setting: Suburban

McMurry University Application Deadline

First-Year Applications are Due

Aug 15

Transfer Applications are Due

Aug 15

The deadline for Fall first-year applications to McMurry University is Aug 15.

The deadline for Fall transfer applications to McMurry University is Aug 15.

Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs

McMurry University SAT Scores

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Composite SAT Range

1030 - 1220

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Math SAT Range

510 - 620

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Reading SAT Range

520 - 610

Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

SAT Score

Estimated Chance

1220 and Above

Good

1030 to 1220

Avg

1030 and Less

Low

SAT Scores Needed to Get Accepted

The median SAT score for McMurry University students is 1134. Applicants with SAT scores of 1220 and above have a good chance of being admitted to McMurry University, while applicants with SAT scores between 1030 to 1220 have an average chance of admittance, and prospective students with an SAT score below 1030 have a low chance of being offered a spot at McMurry University.

McMurry University Tuition & Fees

Tuition & Fees

$40,304

In State

$40,304

Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$29,972
$29,972
Fees
$240
$240
Housing
$8,892
$8,892
Books
$1,200
$1,200

Student Life

Wondering what life at McMurry University is like? There are approximately 1,145 students enrolled at McMurry University, including 1,142 undergraduate students and 3 graduate students. 87% percent of students attend school full-time, 97% percent are from TX and 3% percent of students are from other states.

87%

Full Time

13%

Part Time

97%

In State

3%

Out-of-State

Data Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved

Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

1,145

Campus Setting

Suburban

Acceptance Rate

78%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$30,212

Out-of-State

$30,212

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Aug 15
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