Gain the experience and knowledge needed to take the CPA exam and advance your career. You’ll assess ethical situations in a team environment while developing balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements, and statements of changes in owners’ equity. No SAT or ACT scores are required for admission.

• Online or On-Campus
• 70 Credit Hours

Flexible

• Online and self-paced within given due dates
• Five start dates
• Transfer 90 credit hours

Career-Ready Education

• Interactive learning opportunities
• Experienced faculty and small class sizes
• Prepares you to take the CPA exam

Prestigious

• Ranked #3 in Illinois and #16 in the Midwest by U.S. News and World Report
• 98% career placement rate

The McKendree University computer science degree gives you a blend of the technical skills used by computing professionals and the business savvy of managers and corporate administrators. Study a variety of business-related topics in addition to learning programming skills and completing formal coursework in database management, networking, and systems analysis. No SAT or ACT scores are required for admission.

• Online
• 61 Credit Hours

Flexible

• Online and self-paced within given due dates
• Five start dates
• Transfer 90 credit hours

Engaged Learning

• Interactive learning opportunities
• Experienced faculty and small class sizes
• Unique internship experiences

Prestigious

• Ranked #3 in Illinois and #16 in the Midwest by U.S. News and World Report
• 98% career placement rate

The criminal justice degree is an eye-opening program that will change how you view the world and societies around you. Designed for students who wish to pursue careers that use skills to think critically about the many social issues confronting us today, including law enforcement and court services. No SAT or ACT scores are required for admission.

• Online
• 65 Credit Hours

Flexible

• Online and self-paced within given due dates
• Five start dates
• Transfer 90 credit hours
• Courses offered over an eight-week period

Engaged Learning

• Interactive learning opportunities
• Experienced faculty and small class sizes
• Unique internship experiences

Prestigious

• Ranked #3 in Illinois and #16 in the Midwest by U.S. News and World Report
• 98% career placement rate

The MBA cybersecurity degree will prepare you to be a business leader in technology and information security. In addition to the business-oriented skills you’ll gain from the main MBA, you’ll also receive a solid foundation to excel in leading cybersecurity. This program aligns with the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) recommended knowledge requirements. No GMAT score is required for admission.

• Online, On-Campus, or Blended Format
• 39 Credit Hours
• 17 Months

Flexible

• Online or blended format (in-person class one night a week with additional coursework online)
• Campuses are located 25 minutes from St. Louis and 10 minutes from Scott AFB
• Five start dates
• Transfer up to 12 credit hours

Experience-Based Curriculum

• Interactive learning opportunities
• Experienced faculty and small class sizes

Prestigious

• IACBE accredited
• Ranked #3 in Illinois and #16 in the Midwest by U.S. News and World Report
• 98% career placement rate

The Human Resource Management concentration for the Master’s in Business Administration is a unique blend of business strategy and employee management. Learn to navigate the needs of both employees and employers while creating a productive, fulfilling work environment at any business. No GMAT score is required for admission.

• Online, On-Campus, or Blended Format
• 36 Credit Hours
• 15 Months

Flexible

• Online or blended format (in-person class one night a week with additional coursework online)
• Campuses are located 25 minutes from St. Louis and 10 minutes from Scott AFB
• Five start dates
• Transfer up to 12 credit hours

Experience-Based Curriculum

• Interactive learning opportunities
• Experienced faculty and small class sizes

Prestigious

• IACBE accredited
• Ranked #3 in Illinois and #16 in the Midwest by U.S. News and World Report
• 98% career placement rate

Gain the business skills necessary to develop and implement value-creating ideas and solutions for current or prospective employers. The McKendree University MBA program will help you develop a broad understanding of business operations with a focus on real-world application through critical and creative thinking. No GMAT score required for admission. No prerequisites for business majors. Non-business majors may need to take additional foundation courses and a 3.0 GPA (conditional admission if GPA is below 3.0).

• Online, On-Campus, or Blended Format
• 30 Credit Hours
• 12 Months

Flexible

• Online or blended format (in-person class one night a week with additional coursework online)
• Campus is located 25 minutes from St. Louis
• Five start dates
• Transfer up to 12 credit hours

Experience-Based Curriculum

• Interactive learning opportunities
• Experienced faculty and small class sizes
• Concentrations in cyber defense, digital marketing, corporate finance, and human resource management

Prestigious

• IACBE accredited
• Ranked #3 in Illinois and #16 in the Midwest by U.S. News and World Report
• 98% career placement rate

McKendree University’s Paraprofessional+ Pathway program provides teacher’s aides and assistants, also known as paraprofessionals, a clear and easy way to become full-fledged elementary (grades 1-6) teachers quickly. Earn your online Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education degree and initial licensure in only two years.

To be admitted, you must: be a currently employed paraprofessional, provide approval from your administrator, and have completed 60-90 hours of bachelor's-level coursework.

• Online
• 60 Credit Hours
• 24 Months

Flexible and Cost-Effective

• Online and self-paced within given due dates
• Three start dates
• Transfer 60 credit hours
• Save up to $5,000 on program tuition

Career-Ready Education

• Transition from paraprofessional to elementary teacher
• Interactive learning opportunities
• Experienced faculty and small classes

Prestigious

• Accredited by the Illinois State Board of Education
• Program created in collaboration with local superintendents

Develop the tools to think critically about human behavior, including causes, development, and outcomes. Additionally, gain a deeper sense of self-awareness, an understanding of others, and a foundation of skills to effect relevant behavior change. A 2.0 GPA is required for admission; no SAT or ACT scores are required.

• On Campus or Online
• 35 Credit Hours

Flexible

• On Campus or Online and self-paced within given due dates
• Five start dates
• Transfer 90 credit hours
• Courses offered over an eight-week period or 16-week period

Align to Professional Goals

• Concentrations in forensic, sport, and military psychology
• Interactive learning opportunities
• Experienced faculty and small class sizes

Prestigious

• Ranked #3 in Illinois and #16 in the Midwest by U.S. News and World Report
• 98% career placement rate

The Bachelor of Science in Nursing creates a pathway for registered nurses to continue their education and increase their earning potential. Receive exceptional instruction led by industry professionals in a supportive environment. A 2.0 GPA is required for admission; no SAT or ACT scores are required.

• Online & Blended Format
• 30 Credit Hours
• 11 Months Full-time, 21 Months Part-time

Flexible

• Online and blended format classes
• Five start dates
• Transfer 90 credit hours
• Courses offered over an eight-week period or 16-week period

Engaged Learning

• Class sizes capped: 15 students for general classes, 10 students for practicum courses
• Interactive learning opportunities
• Recommended by over 90% of alumni

Prestigious & Accredited

• Training nurses since 1978
• The baccalaureate degree program in nursing at McKendree University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org)
• Recognized by U.S. News and World Report and the Princeton Review
• Voted the Best RN to BSN in Illinois by RegisteredNursing.org
• Part of the Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society

Get prepared for an increase in supply chain management positions with a Supply Chain Management & Logistics degree. Gain knowledge and develop skills to become an analytical problem solver with unique skills to plan, control, and implement the effective and efficient movement and storage of goods, services, and information from the point of origin to the final destination. No SAT or ACT scores are required for admission.

• On Campus or Online
• 61 Credit Hours

Flexible

• On Campus or Online and self-paced within given due dates
• Five start dates
• Transfer 90 credit hours

Small, Engaging Classes

• Interactive learning opportunities
• Experienced faculty and small class sizes
• Unique internship experiences

Professional Networking

• Members of the National Defense Transportation Association (NDTA)
• Ranked #3 in Illinois and #16 in the Midwest by U.S. News and World Report
• 98% career placement rate