McMurry University is a vibrant and comprehensive higher-education institution with outstanding academics. At McMurry, you’ll find a welcoming, friendly, and supportive campus community. You’ll experience personalized and interactive learning while growing personally and gaining independence. Friendships will be developed that will last a lifetime.

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

Founded in 1923 as a Methodist institution, The University enrolls more than 1,100+ students at our Abilene, TX campus with an 11:1 student-to-faculty ratio. No graduate assistants teach courses. You’ll experience nationally-recognized liberal arts and sciences education while preparing for a fulfilling career and a life of purpose.

Zippia has ranked McMurry #1 in the State of Texas for highest percentage of graduates with jobs 10 years after graduation. College Best Degree Programs ranks us #8 nationally among small colleges for Science, Technology, Engineering and Math-related (STEM) programs. College Consensus ranks us nationally in its survey of the Best Colleges for Veterans. With our diverse student body, we’ve been designated a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI).

About McMurry University

McMurry University has a national reputation for excellence and value through the achievements of its faculty, students and graduates. We offer a diverse academic curriculum. Students can choose from 45 majors in the arts, business, education and the sciences as well as our pre-professional programs in medicine, dentistry, engineering, law, pharmacy, physical therapy and others. The three-week May Term gives students an opportunity to explore a subject outside their major, and the Servant Leadership Program teaches students about ethics and helps develop leadership qualities. McMurry has 40 clubs and organizations and 20 intercollegiate sports. Students are engaged with the community and average 24,000 hours of annual service. Our beautiful campus is located on 52 acres in Abilene, Texas, a city of over 118,000 friendly people. McMurry is guided by our core values: Christian Faith as the foundation of life, Personal Relationships as the catalyst for life, Learning as the journey of life, Excellence as the goal of life, and Service as the measure of life. Our students are equipped to exceed expectations and go on to make their mark in the world, by leading lives of leadership, service, and professional success.

Mission Statement

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