McPherson College
Faith-based college · McPherson, KS · 872 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
77%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
960–1200
ACT (middle 50%)
18–23
Average net price
$28,431
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$54,174
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
43%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into McPherson College?
McPherson College accepts about 77 of every 100 applicants (77%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 960 and 1200 on the SAT. A score at or above 1200 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 960, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 18–23.
The latest federal data says McPherson College is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on McPherson College's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does McPherson College cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $54,174 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $28,431 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $38,974 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$38,974
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$38,974
- Room & board$11,904
- Total cost of attendance$54,174
- Average net price after grants$28,431
Popular majors
Business, Engineering Technology, Health Professions & Nursing, Parks, Recreation & Fitness, Communications.
McPherson College FAQ
- What is McPherson College's acceptance rate?
- 77% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for McPherson College?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 960–1200. Aim for 1200 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for McPherson College?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 18–23.
- Is McPherson College test-optional?
- The latest federal data says McPherson College is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on McPherson College's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does McPherson College cost?
- About $54,174 a year before aid; $28,431 on average after grants.
- What is McPherson College's FAFSA school code?
- 001933. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so McPherson College receives your information.
- What is McPherson College's graduation rate?
- 43% of students finish within six years.
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