McKendree Student Life
One community. Thousands of perspectives.
Situated on our 200-acre campus in the heart of southwestern Illinois, McKendree is a place where opportunities find you and people inspire you.
McKendree is home to XX clubs and student organizations to help you discover your community and make your McKendree experience all your own. Whether you want to take center stage in the spring musical, volunteer in our community, join a sorority or fraternity, or grow deeper in your faith and spirituality, you can make your mark in a wide variety of ways!
Flexible Undergraduate and Graduate Programs
McKendree University’s academic programs offer a variety of flexible learning opportunities, both online and on campus in Lebanon, IL. From bachelor’s degrees to graduate studies, our range of majors and programs offer dynamic course catalogs, outcome-focused learning, and personalized mentorship to help you achieve your professional goals. Learn more about our College & Schools or explore our programs below.
Resources to Help You Succeed
McKendree University’s academic resources ensure you can receive the guidance you need from application through graduation. With a legacy of service and a commitment to student success, we provide programs and tools to help cultivate a community where intellectual, personal, and spiritual growth are encouraged and supported. From the Holman Library and the University Bookstore to the Student Success Center, you’ll have access to assistance whenever you need it.
98% of undergraduate students and 99% of graduate students are employed within 6 months of graduation
98% of McKendree students receive institutional aid
At McKendree, students graduate with less debt compared to other regional universities*
*U.S. News & World Report
Our Hometown
Nestled between the city lights of St. Louis and the scenic vistas of southern Illinois, Lebanon is a thriving university town with a progressive population and limitless opportunities.
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Diversity & Inclusion
We are dedicated to making your educational advancement more affordable through an extensive suite of fellowships and scholarships, financial aid, and merit-based awards.
Meet Us in St. Louis
Our campus is less than 30 minutes away from St. Louis. This means easy access to one of the "best cities in America for young professionals," as well as world-class arts and theatre, museums, concerts, professional sports - we could go on!
McKendree & St. Louis
