Overview
Enrollment
McMurry University is a private Methodist institution located in Abilene, Texas, situated approximately 180 miles west of Dallas-Fort Worth. The campus, established in 1923, encompasses 52 acres featuring a mix of historic and modern buildings, including the Old Main Building which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Operating as a liberal arts college, McMurry maintains selective admission standards and offers undergraduate programs with particular strengths in business, nursing, education, and natural sciences. The university houses students in several residence halls across campus and competes in NCAA Division III athletics as the War Hawks, having transitioned from Division II in 2012. McMurry's compact urban setting provides students access to Abilene's cultural amenities while maintaining a traditional college campus atmosphere.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
McMurry University is rated within the lower 40% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for McMurry University within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#789 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#505 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#34 in Best Colleges in Texas
#23 in Best Private Colleges in Texas
#86 in Best Value Colleges in Texas
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1010/1170 |
| ACT | 18/25 |
| GPA | 3.7 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Aug 15, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $200 |
| Other Fees | $450 |
| Room and Board | $9,788 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,350 |
| Total One Year Cost | $44,710 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Education | 23% |
| Business | 19% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 8% |
| Social Sciences | 7% |
| Biology | 7% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=226587 IPEDS survey data for McMurry University.
Current students may use the McMurry University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2025