Overview
McMurry University is a private Methodist-affiliated Christian university. The 52-acre Abilene campus features facilities for undergraduates, including an academic enrichment center, where tutors are available to counsel students, as well as a four-year honors college. McMurry houses the Finch-Gray Science Building, Bynum Band Hall, the Amy Graves Ryan Fine Arts Center, Walt Driggers Field, and the Center for Innovation.
Acceptance Rate:
57%
Average Net Price:
$21,450
Campus Setting:
Small city
Average GPA
3.8
Average ACT Composite
19
Average SAT Composite
1033
Tuition, Cost & Aid
Affordability & Cost
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $31,162 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $31,162 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $9,788 |
| Books and Supplies | $200 |
Average Net Price By Family Income
Financial Aid: visit page
Financial Aid Email: [email protected]
Aid & Grants
0
100
81%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
53%
Average Aid Per Year
$23,537
53%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$4,705
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$16,482
Students receiving state aid Students receiving federal aid
74%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$3329
100%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$4,705
Average Grant & Scholarship By Family Income
Total Needs Based Scholarships/Grants Total amount of grant or scholarship aid awarded to all undergraduates from the federal government, state/local government, the institution, and other sources known to the institution.
$18,897,408
Total Non-Need-Based Scholarships/Grants
$2,828,369
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
74%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$6,326
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$14,241
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$258
Students receiving federal loans
72%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$5,203
Average Other Loans Per Year
$14,028
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Private
- Not for Profit
- United Methodist
- Coed
Need Blind
This school does not consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Small city
2345
Students Applied
60%
Transfer Acceptance Rate
120
Transfer Students Admitted
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Test Optional
Yes
SAT Subject Tests
Yes
AP Course Credit
Yes
Dual Enrollment
Yes
Important Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Early Action Acceptance is not binding, but student will receive admissions decision earlier. | February 5 | |
| Fall Regular Decision | August 15 |
Admitted Student Stats
9%
Submitting ACT
14%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 19
Average SAT Composite: 1033
SAT Percentiles
Math
Reading
3.8
Average GPA
Students Enrolled By GPA
Students Enrolled By Class Rank
Admissions Resources
For International Student Services: visit page
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
For Veteran Services: visit page
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Master's
Total Number of Students
1,237
Total Number of Undergrads
1,231
0
100
25%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
35%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
13:1
US National: 21:1Non Traditional Learning
- Online Classes
- Online Undergrad Degrees
- Summer Sessions
- Combined Institution Double Degree Programs
- Some Programs Requires Co-Op/Internship
Learning Options
- Study Abroad
- Honors Program
- Teacher Certification Offered
Classroom Sizes
Degrees and Majors
MAJORS
52
Faculty Overview
Gender
Ethnicity
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Residency
Size of Town
Small city
US States Represented
20
Countries Represented
10
Ethnicity
Percent of First Generation Students
37%
Student Organizations
20
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
Yes
On Campus Women's Center
No
Cultural Student Resource Groups
No
Housing
0
100
50%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Disability Housing Available
No
0
100
46%
Freshman Living on Campus
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
War Hawks
School Colors
maroon and white
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
American Southwest Conference
Total Male Athletes
237
Total Female Athletes
139
Intramural Sports
5
Sports Team (Men)
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Football
- Golf
- Soccer
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Track and Field
Sports Team (Women)
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Track and Field
- Volleyball
McMurry University Athletics: visit page
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
24-HR escort safety rides
Yes
Mobile campus emergency alert
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$46,400
Top 5 Cities
Abilene
Dallas
Austin
Houston
San Antonio
Top 5 Employers
McMurry University
United States Air Force
Hendrick Health System
Abilene ISD
US Army
Top 5 Sectors
Education
Business Development
Operations
Sales
Community and Social Services
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$14,241
Loan Default Rate
11%
National: 8%
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$258
REVIEWS
Read What Students Are SayingI do well in the smaller classrooms.
Courtney from Wimberley, TX
McMurry is a small university with a big name in the college town of Abilene. It has a very welcoming atmosphere, perfect for the nervous student afraid to leave home, and also great for those who would easily lose their way on a large, impersonal campus. The faculty and students are all very friendly and excited to help you build your new home at this great university.
Katelyn from Fort Worth, TX
I was surprised how much help was available to me at McMurry. They truly want you to succeed.
Jessica from Abilene, TX
McMurry University is small. You get to know everyone, including professors. It's a great place to go to school.
Jessica from Benjamin, TX
The staff is competent and helpful, the courses offer a decent challege and the campus is beautiful!
Travis from Abilene, TX
Nice location to business for students.
Great teacher/instructor to student ration.
Great instruction in academic courses.
Great teacher/instructor to student ration.
Great instruction in academic courses.
Mitchell from China Spring, TX
I think McMurry is a good University. The staff is really helpful and knowledgeable in their profession. Academics really challenge students to do their best in class.
Renford from Abilene, TX
Many classes do push you to do your very best
Jillian from Abilene, TX
The professors at McMurry genuinely care about their students and the small class sizes make it easier to learn.
Hali from Garland, TX
When I visited, the teachers from the department I'm entering really showed they had taken a personal intrest in my success at the University.
Salome from Santa Fe, NM
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