At a glance
Average net price
$26,441
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
33.9%
Admission rate
77%
Undergrad size
872
In-state tuition
$37,310
Out-of-state tuition
$37,310
Cost of attendance
$50,611
Median earnings (10y)
$52,084
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,058
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- 65.1%
- Locale
- Town
Programs breakdown
14 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by stem (29%), business (20%), social sciences (18%).
- STEM29%
- Health12%
- Business20%
- Humanities & arts12%
- Social sciences18%
- Trades & services9%
- Engineering tech24.5%~214 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Business19.6%~171 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Health professions12.3%~107 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Education11.7%~102 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~80 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~75 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Social sciences4.3%~37 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~21 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Psychology2.5%~21 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Communication1.8%~16 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics1.2%~11 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- English0.6%~5 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~5 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- History0.6%~5 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
17 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 75 | $38,202 | — |
| Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians. | Bachelor's | 60 | $44,087 | $27,000 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 32 | $23,145 | — |
| Human Services, General. | Bachelor's | 19 | — | — |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 19 | — | — |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Bachelor's | 17 | — | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 16 | — | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 14 | — | — |
| Curriculum and Instruction. | Master's | 13 | — | — |
| Criminology. | Bachelor's | 13 | — | — |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Radio, Television, and Digital Communication. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About McPherson College
McPherson College is a small institution located in McPherson, Kansas, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 872 undergraduate students in a town setting. The most popular fields of study include Engineering tech, Business, Health professions.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at McPherson College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $26,441 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $37,310 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $50,611 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 33.9%, a average completion outcome. 65.1% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $52,084 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
McPherson College confers degrees and certificates across 14 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Engineering tech, Business, Health professions. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by stem (29% of credentials), business (20% of credentials), social sciences (18% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
McPherson College accepts 77% of applicants, making it moderately selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,058.
Location & campus
Set in McPherson, Kansas (town), McPherson College draws students from across Kansas and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about McPherson College
Q.How much does McPherson College cost?
The average net price at McPherson College is $26,441 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $50,611.
Q.What is the graduation rate at McPherson College?
McPherson College has a 6-year graduation rate of 33.9% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into McPherson College?
McPherson College admits 77% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do McPherson College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median McPherson College graduate earns $52,084 per year.
Q.What is tuition at McPherson College?
Published tuition is $37,310 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is McPherson College located?
McPherson College is located in McPherson, Kansas (ZIP 67460).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with McPherson College at their official website.