McMurry University

McMurry University is a small, private liberal arts university in Abilene, Texas. The University offers a welcoming environment at its beautiful 52-acre campus, which is built to support student growth and success.

Shaped by their Christian principles, McMurry University challenges its students to examine our complex world from multiple perspectives in preparation for lives of leadership, service, and professional success.

McMurry offers a wide and diverse range of academic programs, with students able to choose from 45 majors and 38 minors in areas like the arts, business, education, and science. The campus is full of great facilities to support you like a fully stocked library, post office, restaurants, bookstore, gym, and swimming pool.

Outside of the classroom, there are loads of things you can sink your teeth into at McMurry. The University has more than 40 student clubs you can join, and 21 intercollegiate sports you can get involved in. McMurry’s sports teams are known as the War Hawks, and they compete in the NCAA Division III American Southwest Conference.

• Small class sizes

  The student-to-faculty ratio at McMurry is just 11:1, and the average class size is 16

• Highly rated

  McMurry is ranked in the top 5 best value schools and top 10 top performers on social mobility (U.S. News and World Report 2021)

• Vibrant student life

  The University offers 40+ clubs and organizations and 21 collegiate men's and women's sports

McMurry University

1400 Sayles Blvd, Abilene, TX 79697, USA

Abilene has a vibrant and interesting history, with many parks, museums, and eateries. Big cities like Dallas, Austin, and Houston are easy to reach by car, train, and air. The city also has great local transport facilities, making it easy to get around.

Many international students will require a visa to study in the USA, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.

McMurry students come from all kinds of backgrounds, speak dozens of different languages and have their own interests and ideas. Together they create a diverse, welcoming community where you can broaden your horizons and forge friendships that will last a lifetime.

The University knows that it can be difficult studying in a new country, that’s why when you start at McMurry you’ll attend orientation, known as Welcome Week. The week is full of events and will help you meet and get to know other students and get to know the campus.

McMurry University also offers a range of services designed to help you during your time on campus. You can get academic support, as well as counseling and health services should you need them. All international students live on campus, which means you’ll be in the middle of the action at all times. It’s a great way to immerse yourself in everything life at McMurry has to offer. There’s a range of housing options available, including private suites, double suites, and university apartments.