by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a McKendree degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how McKendree measures up.
McKendree is ranked #2,316 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of A (top 15% for value). Within Illinois, it ranks #96 of 112 for value.
Among the majors McKendree offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Human Resources | #112 of 138 |
| General Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration | #112 of 138 |
| Human Resource Management | #137 of 168 |
| Business Administration / Management | #207 of 266 |
| Teacher Education | #215 of 252 |
| Sociology | #331 of 431 |
| Political and Social Sciences | #332 of 432 |
| Sports Management | #372 of 492 |
| Marketing | #401 of 534 |
| Marketing/Marketing Management, General | #401 of 534 |
Read the full McKendree value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
McKendree University is ranked #67 out of #129 in Illinois for quality and #96 out of #112 for Illinois value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the McKendree financial aid page to be sure.
McKendree University is ranked #2,316 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
The quality education McKendree University provides combined with its relatively low cost makes this school a great value.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at McKendree costs about $25,908. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $103,634 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $48,546 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $24,717 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $25,908 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $103,634 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about McKendree net price and the factors that affect it.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a McKendree degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $194,184 | — | — |
| All Students | $103,634 | #2,316 | A |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $98,868 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $194,184 | — | — |
| All Students | $103,634 | #96 | B |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $98,868 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at McKendree shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $23,363 |
| $30K–$48K | $21,177 |
| $48K–$75K | $21,276 |
| $75K–$110K | $27,472 |
| Over $110K | $26,682 |
About 95% of McKendree undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $22,834 per year. Get more details on the McKendree financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual determines value by weighing a school’s average total cost against its educational quality, then comparing it to other schools in the same quality tier. See the McKendree net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.