McPherson College

Type	4 year, Private
Business Model	Non Profit
Campus locale	Town: Remote
Degrees offered	Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system	4-1-4

Student body size	Small
Dormitory capacity	662
Religious affiliation	Anabaptists
Student to faculty ratio	14 to 1
Acceptance rate	85%
Students retention rate	66%
On-time graduation rate	53%

Located in McPherson, Kansas, McPherson College is a private, non profit institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The university operates on a 4-1-4 calendar system, allowing students to engage in intensive study during the two shorter terms. This unique academic structure provides students with the opportunity to explore specialized areas of interest or complete internships, enhancing their overall educational experience.

The acceptance rate of 85% indicates that McPherson College is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

McPherson College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 14-to-1, McPherson College emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

The retention rate of students at McPherson College is 66% , which is lower than both the state and national averages. The state average retention rate in Kansas is 75%, while the national average is 74%. This indicates that a significant proportion of students who enroll at McPherson College do not continue their studies after the first year.

Accredited by: Higher Learning Commission
The institution provides on-campus housing
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Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

84.6%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$32,408

Cost of attendance at McPherson College in 2022 for students from Kansas.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Kansas's average	$7,489
National average	$30,235

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$32,408

Cost of attendance at McPherson College in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Kansas's average	$17,865
National average	$30,238

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 100 of freshman students at McPherson College received on average $20,222 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$20,222

	Students Receiving Aid		Average Amount	Total Amount
Pell Grant	83	36%	$4,136	$343,259
Other Federal Grant	83	36%	$4,468	$370,859
State Grant/Scholarships	38	17%	$2,988	$113,540
Institutional Grant/Scholarships	230	100%	$18,116	$4,166,683
Total Grant & Scholarships	230	100%	$20,222	$4,651,082

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of McPherson College students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of McPherson College students is 52.6%. Female students graduated at a rate of 57.8%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 50.0%.

52.6%

African American 27.8% 5 students
white 55.3% 78 students
hispanic 57.9% 11 students
International Students 75.0% 6 students

Sport Conferences

Football Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conference
Baseball Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conference
Basketball Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conference
Track and Cross Country Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conference

Athletic Associations

National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA)

Service Offerings

McPherson College provides the following additional services to its students

Remedial services
Placement services for graduates
Academic/career counseling services
Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

McPherson College offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.

Academic

Special Learning Opportunities

Weekend/evening classes
Study abroad
Teacher certification

Veteran Services

Credit for military training
Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)

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