Admissions Overview
The admission process at McPherson College has a 84% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. McPherson College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
84%
Less Selective
Application Volume
1,209
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
24%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at McPherson College has a 84% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at McPherson College evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$0
No application fee required
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Personal Statement/Essay
Not ConsideredLetters of Recommendation
Not ConsideredHigh School Class Rank
Not ConsideredWork Experience
Not ConsideredLegacy Status
Not ConsideredOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at McPherson College. About 24% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 936 to 1,126. Additionally, about 41% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 17 to 24.
SAT Scores
24% of students submitted400
1600
936 – 1126
200
800
468 – 573
200
800
468 – 553
ACT Scores
41% of students submitted1
36
17 – 24
1
36
16 – 22
1
36
16 – 22
Admission Statistics
1,209 students applied to MCPHERSON. Of those, 84% were accepted (1,013 students). Of these 1,013 accepted students, 241 chose to enroll.
1,209
Total Applicants
1,013
Students Admitted
241
Students Enrolled
84%
Acceptance Rate