Lebanon, IL · Joliet, IL · Source: IPEDS federal database
| McKendree University | University of St Francis | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 63.9% | 63.9% |
| In-State Tuition | $34,070 | $37,000 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $34,070 | $37,000 |
| Average Net Price | $12,718 | $12,059 |
| Graduation Rate | 60.0% | 65.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Both are competitive to get into. McKendree University accepts 63.9% of applicants; University of St Francis accepts 63.9%. McKendree University's tuition is $34,070. University of St Francis's is $37,000. McKendree University is cheaper. McKendree University graduates 60% of students in 6 years. University of St Francis graduates 65%.
Bottom Line
Both are solid options. Get the actual aid estimates from each school and compare them side by side. The averages above won't tell your specific story.
Source: IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
University of St Francis. It accepts 63.9% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
McKendree University has lower published tuition: $34,070 versus $37,000. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
University of St Francis: 65% of students finish in 6 years. McKendree University is at 60%.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.