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McKendree University
McKendree University is a nationally ranked, private university offering a variety of undergraduate and graduate programs in the St. Louis region, Southern Illinois and online. As a Bearcat, you’ll join a vibrant community, make valuable connections, and serve others in the world around you. You’ll develop strong leadership skills, learn from expert faculty, and attain the personalized education you deserve.
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McKendree By The Numbers
85%
First-Year Students who Live on Campus
First-Year Students who Live on Campus
41
States Represented by Students
States Represented by Students
38
Countries Represented by Students
Countries Represented by Students
97%
Employment & Grad. School Success Rate
Employment & Grad. School Success Rate
37
Sports Teams
Sports Teams
15:1
Student-to-Faculty Ratio
Student-to-Faculty Ratio
23
Honor Societies
Honor Societies
100+
Study Abroad Locations Available
Study Abroad Locations Available
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Positioned to Thrive
McKendree Marches Toward its Bicentennial with Great Successes
Now more than ever, it’s a great day – a great time, even – to be a Bearcat. As universities throughout the nation struggle to stay afloat and remain relevant in today’s ever-shifting educational landscape, McKendree University stands steadfast and ready to serve its students now and in the future..
Spotlight Series
Excellence Lives at McKendree
Springtime at McKendree is a special time. Our beautiful campus fully awakens, not only in the blooms that adorn every corner of campus, but also in and outside the classroom.
A Cherished Leader
Honoring the Legacy of Colleen Lischwe
A trailblazer in her field. A beloved coach, mentor, and friend. One of our students’ greatest cheerleaders, who was always there to lend a helping hand. Colleen Lischwe was someone people could depend on, a constant in the campus community whose smile brightened every room she stepped into.
