Methodist College is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Peoria, Illinois with 245 undergraduates. It admits 39% of applicants, costs an average of $41,238 a year after grants and graduates 30% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Methodist College acceptance rate and admissions
Methodist College admitted 39% of applicants for fall 2024, about 1 in 3. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
Methodist College tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $18,318 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $13,274 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $47,007 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $41,238 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $41,238 a year after grants and scholarships, $5,769 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Methodist College's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Methodist College graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 30% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $71,324 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $30,250 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 42% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Methodist College majors and what graduates earn
Methodist College awarded bachelor's degrees in 4 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from nursing ($75,989).
All 4 majors at Methodist College
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing | 176 | $77,709 | $75,989 | $29,381 |
| Health administration | 5 | $55,299 | n/a | n/a |
| Social work | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Health professions, general | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Methodist College
2 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 2 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing | Master's | 5 | $79,055 | n/a |
| Health Professions Education, Ethics, and Humanities | Master's | 2 | n/a | n/a |
Trade and career programs at Methodist College
Certificate and associate programs in the trades we track. One-year earnings are for graduates of 2020-21 and 2021-22, four-year earnings for graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, both in 2024 dollars.
| Program | Credential | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LPN and CNA | Certificate | 45 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Medical assistant | Certificate | 8 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 245 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 90% women, 9.8% men
- 5 students for every faculty member
- Setting: midsize city
- Accredited by Higher Learning Commission
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Methodist College?
Methodist College admitted 39% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Methodist College cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $18,318. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $41,238 a year in 2024-25.
Is Methodist College test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Methodist College reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Methodist College?
30% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Methodist College graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $71,324 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.