Abilene, TX · Dallas, TX · Source: IPEDS federal database
| McMurry University | Southern Methodist University | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 57.7% | 61.2% |
| In-State Tuition | $31,372 | $64,460 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $31,372 | $64,460 |
| Average Net Price | $11,316 | $28,010 |
| Graduation Rate | 39.0% | 83.0% |
GradFax Analysis
McMurry University accepts 57.7% of applicants. Southern Methodist University accepts 61.2%. McMurry University's tuition is $31,372. Southern Methodist University's is $64,460. That's a $33,088 difference per year. McMurry University graduates 39% of students in 6 years. Southern Methodist University graduates 83%.
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
McMurry University. It accepts 57.7% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
McMurry University has lower published tuition: $31,372 versus $64,460. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Southern Methodist University: 83% of students finish in 6 years. McMurry University is at 39%.
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.