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MacMurray College traces its roots to the Illinois Conference Female Academy which was established in 1846. Founded by Methodist clergymen, the institute's name was changed a number of times. It came to be known as the MacMurray College for Women in 1930. In 1955, the MacMurray College for Men was established and these two institutions merged in 1969 to form MacMurray College. It is situated in Jacksonville, Illinois.
MacMurray College grants both associate's, and bachelor's degrees. Majors are available in nursing, criminal justice, philosophy and religion, teacher education, liberal studies, interpreter training, sport management, and social work.
The athletics teams of MacMurray College, which are nicknamed the Highlanders, participate in baseball, basketball, football, golf, soccer, softball, and volleyball. The college is a member of the St. Louis Intercollegiate Athletic Conference, and the National Collegiate Athletic Association Division III.
MacMurray can be found in Jacksonville, IL (a town not particularly near any major cities). One of the defining characteristics of the school is its status as a United Methodist school. MacMurray is a private, not-for-profit institution. The Bachelor's degree is the highest degree at the school.
MacMurray offers a wide range of choices in programs of study. The most common majors at the school are in fine arts and education and teaching.
MacMurray does not have an open admissions system. Not everyone who applies is accepted. Only 25% of students scored 370 or lower in 2007-2008 on the verbal SAT test. Math SAT scores at the school centered around 430 to 500, but ranged both higher and lower.
A tenure system is one way MacMurray works to keep a high-quality staff.
In 2007-2008, 648 students were enrolled in the school.
MacMurray has a residential or campus feel. Student dorms or apartments are common at the school. MacMurray student athletes compete in St. Louis Intercollegiate Athletic Conference competitions.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"MacMurray College is a career-directed college of liberal arts committed to preparing graduates for satisfying and productive professional careers, effective leadership, and enriched lives of continuing learning, achievement, and service. Beyond outstanding preparation in specific fields of specialization, the MacMurray experience transforms studentsÆ lives through recognized excellence in the teaching of critical thinking, exemplary skills in communication, and the pivotal ideas and ethical insights that have shaped human civilizations. This transformation extends beyond the classroom to the many laboratories of learning and leadership in our studentsÆ chosen fields and in conscious integration of studentsÆ intellectual and extracurricular lives on campus. Inspired and informed by our shared heritage with The United Methodist Church, we at MacMurray educate within a strong sense of community distinguished by individual attention and authentic caring.
MacMurray College strives to be a regionally prominent and nationally recognized institution of higher education with particular distinction in the preparation of leaders within education, the professions, business, human services, and public service. MacMurray will be--in substance and perception--an institutional leader in preserving and adapting the best of the liberal arts tradition in education to the personal, economic, societal, and global needs of the 21st century."
More complete details are provided below.
MacMurray College
447 E. College Ave
Jacksonville, IL 62650-2590
General Phone: (217) 479-7000
http://www.mac.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Education and Teaching | 37 | education of hearing impaired, special ed, education, elementary school teaching, physical education teaching, music teaching |
| Liberal Arts | 21 | sign language translation, history, English, Spanish language, American studies, liberal arts and sciences, political science |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 18 | registered nursing |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 17 | criminal justice and administration |
| Business and Management | 11 | business management, accounting, marketing, MIS |
| Family and Social Work | 8 | social work |
| Science | 7 | biology, physics, chemistry, physics courses |
| Therapy and Counseling | 6 | psychology |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 3 | sports and fitness management |
| Fine Arts | 2 | fine arts |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 1 | computer science |
| Mathematics | 0 | mathematics |
| Media | 0 | journalism |
| Music | 0 | music |
| Engineering | 0 | various engineering courses |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 0 | drama |
| Religion and Philosophy | 0 | philosophy and religious studies, philosophy, religion |
Number of programs and degrees for MacMurray in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 126 | 36 |
| Associate's degree | 5 | 3 |
In 2007-2008, MacMurray had a total enrollment of 648 students (621 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 58% |
| Women | 42% |
| Full-Time | 98% |
| Part-Time | 2% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 76% |
| Black | 12% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 8% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 24% |
| 20-21 | 31% |
| 22-24 | 23% |
| 25-29 | 10% |
| 30-34 | 5% |
| 35-39 | 2% |
| 40-49 | 4% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Illinois | 82% |
| Missouri | 5% |
| Indiana | 2% |
| Florida | 2% |
| Wisconsin | 2% |
| Tennessee | 2% |
| Michigan | 1% |
| Alabama | 1% |
| Georgia | 1% |
| California | 1% |
| Colorado | 1% |
| North Carolina | 1% |
| Iowa | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 82 % |
| Part-Time | 17 % |
MacMurray offers campus housing for 509 of its 621 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Jacksonville, Illinois for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Illinois Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 860 | 429 | 50% | 92 | 21% |
| Men | 548 | 259 | 47% | 53 | 20% |
| Women | 312 | 170 | 54% | 39 | 23% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 370 | 470 |
| SAT Math | 430 | 500 |
| SAT Writing | 340 | 430 |
| ACT Verbal | 17 | 22 |
| ACT Math | 17 | 24 |
| ACT Composite | 17 | 23 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 6% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 96% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 17,450 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 17,450 |
| Room and board | $ 7,290 |
| Room charge | $ 3,300 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,990 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,960 |
Financial Aid:
MacMurray participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 171700)
MacMurray has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 6 | 9 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 4 | 7 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 0 | 5 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 3 | $55,135 | 3 | $53,780 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 3 | $48,496 | 4 | $50,131 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 1 | * | 3 | $44,511 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 3 | $42,057 | 10 | $41,621 |
| Instructor | academic year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 7 | $45,161 | 18 | $43,244 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | St. Louis Intercollegiate Athletic Conference |
| Basketball | St. Louis Intercollegiate Athletic Conference |
| Baseball | St. Louis Intercollegiate Athletic Conference |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Management Information Systems, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Science
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Education, General
Education/Teaching Individuals - Hearing Impairments
Elementary Education and Teaching
Music Teacher Education
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Special Education and Teaching, General
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Social Work
FINE ARTS
Fine/Studio Arts, General
LIBERAL ARTS
American/United States Studies/Civilization
English Language and Literature, General
History, General
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Political Science and Government, General
Sign Language Interpretation and Translation
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
Philosophy and Religious Studies, Other
Religion/Religious Studies
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Physics, General
Physics, Other
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets MacMurray Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% |  |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 8% | |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| % of degrees in fine arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| % of degrees in education and teaching (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| % of degrees in family and social work (colleges not offering open-admission) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
United Methodist affiliation Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching NCAA athletic conference member
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