

Methodist University is institutionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). Institutional accreditation applies to the university as a whole; professional programs may also require separate approval or accreditation from organizations governing their fields.
That distinction is especially important for applicants considering nursing, physician assistant studies, physical therapy, education, or another route toward licensure. They should verify the current status of the specific program and the rules of the state where they intend to practice. Institutional accreditation is relevant to eligibility for federal student aid, but it does not guarantee that another college will accept every transfer credit or that a graduate will qualify for a particular license.
First-year applicants to Methodist University generally apply with a secondary-school record showing high school completion or an equivalent credential. The university is not open admission: recent admissions figures show 2,061 offers among 2,743 first-year applicants, an acceptance rate of about 75%.
Reported admissions criteria include the high school transcript, GPA, and completion of a college-preparatory program. Class rank and recommendations may be considered but are not generally required. SAT and ACT scores are considered rather than required; among enrolled first-year students, relatively few submitted either test, so score averages describe only test submitters. Applicants should check the current application for any essay, deadline, or test-optional conditions that apply to their entry term.
International applicants may need to document English proficiency and provide records in an acceptable format. Admission to the university should not be confused with admission to a selective major or graduate professional program, which may have its own prerequisites and application.
A $50 undergraduate application fee appears in institutional admissions reporting for Methodist University. Because fees can differ by application route or applicant category and can change between admission cycles, applicants should use the amount shown in their current application before paying.
Applicants who cannot afford a fee should ask admissions about a waiver before submitting payment, including whether a counselor-verified or other need-based request is accepted. A waived application fee is different from an enrollment deposit or any later charge to attend.
Methodist University students have access to Army ROTC on campus. Air Force ROTC participation is reported through a cooperating host institution rather than an Air Force unit operated directly by Methodist University.
Students considering either branch should confirm the host arrangement, travel and scheduling requirements, and whether their intended major permits the required coursework. ROTC participation, scholarship eligibility, contracting, and eventual service obligations are separate decisions; joining an introductory class does not necessarily mean receiving a scholarship or committing to military service. Applicants should obtain the current terms from the relevant ROTC detachment before making plans around an award.
Methodist University accepts transfer applicants and generally evaluates credit from other accredited institutions. Transfer entry is reported for fall, spring, and summer terms, but admission and the application of previous coursework toward a particular degree are separate decisions.
Applicants should be prepared to submit official transcripts from each college attended and to meet any requirements for their intended program. The university also reports accepting certain examination and evaluated-learning credits, including CLEP, DSST/DANTES, and American Council on Education recommendations. Those options do not mean every score or course will satisfy a major requirement.
A useful transfer-credit review should identify which credits enter the transcript, which fulfill general education or major requirements, and how many Methodist University credits remain for graduation. Students entering nursing, education, or another sequenced program should request that review early: a high total of accepted credits may still leave prerequisite or placement requirements unfinished.
Methodist University students interested in study abroad should arrange academic approval before committing to a program. The key distinction is whether an opportunity is offered through the university, led by its faculty, or provided by an outside partner; that choice can affect credit, billing, and financial aid.
Before applying, students should establish how proposed courses will satisfy their degree requirements and whether their aid can be used for the particular program. Timing is especially consequential in majors with sequential courses, clinical training, or internships. International travel also brings passport, insurance, and additional expense considerations that may not appear in ordinary semester charges.
15% of admitted students enrolled (316 of 2,061)
Application fee
$50Early Decision
NoEarly Action
NoMedian composite SAT score
1170Median composite ACT score
24Percent of students submitting ACT scores
15%Percent of students submitting SAT scores
10%High school completions
General Educational Development (GED) requiredComputer required
NoComputer purchase/lease plan is available in the institution
YesSecondary school GPA
RequiredSecondary school rank
Considered but not requiredSecondary school record
RequiredCompletion of college-preparatory program
RequiredRecommendations
Considered but not requiredFormal demonstration of competencies
Neither required nor recommendedAdmission test scores
Considered but not requiredTOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language
Considered but not requiredOther Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.)
Neither required nor recommendedOpen admission policy
NoDual credit
NoCredit for life experiences
YesAdvanced placement (AP) credits
YesOrientation program
YesDisabilities services
YesOff-campus study
NoROTC-Army
ROTC branch unit on campusROTC-Air Force
ROTC branch unit at a cooperating host institutionStudy abroad
YesWeekend/evening college
YesStudent can complete their preparation in certain areas of specialization
YesPreparation at another institution required
NoApproved by the state for initial certification or licensure of teacher
YesGenerally accepts credits
YesAccept ACE recommendation for credit
YesPossible transfer
Fall, Spring, SummerData last updated on November 5, 2026
Data sources: IPEDS 2024-25, Peterson 2026, College Scorecard 10/2026, Clery 2024 (2023-24), OpenAlex 2026
Figures on this profile come from federal and third-party datasets in the editions listed above and are refreshed periodically, so they may differ from what the institution currently reports. Confirm costs, deadlines and requirements with the school before making decisions.