McKendree University

McKendree University is a selective university committed to the evaluation of the whole person.  A student’s GPA and desire to succeed in a challenging academic environment has consistently been the best predictor of academic success at McKendree.  Admission decisions are based on rigor of curriculum, recommendations, proven leadership skills, community involvement, work experience, engagement with the University through campus visits, and the capacity to contribute to the campus community. An official high school or GED transcript is required.

Admission to McKendree is selective. Decisions are based on school records, including the rigor of curriculum, recommendations and evidence of student leadership. McKendree selects students who demonstrate potential and desire to succeed in a rigorous academic environment.

Each application is reviewed holistically, however, to be considered for admission as a transfer student, applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 for all coursework completed at the post-secondary level.

Transfer equivalency credit will be determined by the Office of Academic Records according to the policies stated in the Academic Programs and Policies section of the catalog under Transfer Credit.