Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
83.79%
SAT Average
1,068
ACT Range
17-24
McPherson College Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 83.79%. This means approximately 838 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 786 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
83.79%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Higher Learning Commission | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $35,162 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $35,162 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $48,404 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $24,837 | State avg: $15,518. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 33.62% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 63.56% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does McPherson College Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$35,162
Room and board
$10,322
Books and supplies
$1,420
Other expenses
$3,762
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$48,404
Average net price
$24,837
Average aid coverage
49%
$23,567 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at McPherson College pays approximately $24,837 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Kansas average of $15,518 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is McPherson College?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Kansas and national averages.
McPherson College net price
$24,837
Kansas average
$15,518
National average
$17,506
McPherson College Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $35,162 and average net price at $24,837. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$35,162
Current net price
$24,837
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
52.00%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$52,084
Undergraduates
786
10-Year Median Earnings - McPherson College vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
McPherson College graduates earn about 1.2x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends McPherson College?
Undergraduates
786
Completion rate
52.00%
Below national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
33.62%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
63.56%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 33.62% of McPherson College students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 63.56% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at McPherson College
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use McPherson College's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
McPherson College lists Higher Learning Commission as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
McPherson College is listed at 1600 E. Euclid, McPherson, KS 67460-1402. Accreditor: Higher Learning Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare McPherson College with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| McPherson College | 83.79% | $35,162 | $24,837 | $52,084 |
| Baker University | 92.10% | $33,900 | $22,500 | $63,855 |
| Baker University School of Nursing | Not available | Not available | Not available | $63,855 |
| MidAmerica Nazarene University | 73.46% | $36,120 | $29,520 | $62,972 |
| University of Kansas | 88.20% | $29,412 | $17,365 | $61,945 |
Similar Schools in McPherson
This local cluster focuses on nearby McPherson schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around McPherson.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is McPherson College's acceptance rate?
McPherson College's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 83.79%.
How much is McPherson College tuition?
McPherson College's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $35,162.
What is McPherson College's average net price?
McPherson College's average net price in the local dataset is $24,837.
What does McPherson College cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $20,869 for McPherson College students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is McPherson College's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $52,084 for McPherson College.
Is McPherson College accredited?
McPherson College's accreditor in the local dataset is Higher Learning Commission.
How many students attend McPherson College?
The local dataset lists 786 undergraduate students at McPherson College.
What percentage of McPherson College students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for McPherson College in the local dataset is 33.62%.
What is the federal loan rate at McPherson College?
The federal loan rate for McPherson College in the local dataset is 63.56%.
Where should I verify McPherson College data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with McPherson College or the latest official federal education data.