McKendree University, located in Lebanon Illinois, was founded by pioneer Methodists in 1828. The school is affiliated with the Methodist church and offers Undergraduate and Graduate degrees. The University also has a sports program for men and women. "Bearcat" sports include baseball, basketball, hockey, football, soccer, volleyball, softball and more.
Type of School: private, independent, 4-year liberal arts college, affiliated with the Methodist church
Undergraduate: 59 major programs, 45 minor programs
Number of Undergraduates: about 2,000
Graduate: 7 graduate programs, 2 doctorate programs
Mascot: Bearcat
Sports: Members: NAIA; Baseball (M), Basketball (M,W), Bowling (M,W), Cross Country (M,W), Football(M), Golf (M,W), Hockey (M,W), Lacrosse (W), Powerlifting (M,W), Rugby (M,W), Soccer (M,W), Swimming & Diving (M,W), Softball (W), Tennis (M,W), Track & Field (M,W), Water Polo (M,W), Wrestling (M,W), Volleyball (M,W)
Founded: 1828 by pioneer Methodists
McKendree University
701 College Road
Lebanon, IL 62254
800-BEARCAT (800-232-7228)