Thank you for your support of MacMurray College. Our alumni and donors helped sustain the 174 years of higher education that generations have been able to experience at MacMurray. Although the College has fulfilled its mission, its legacy and traditions will continue to live on through MacFam.
As family and friends of the College, you are able to refer to this page for answers to questions regarding the closure of MacMurray. We will continue to update this section of the website as we get more information.
If you have further questions, please contact the MacMurray Foundation & Alumni Association via email at info@MacAlumFoundation.org.
How to Obtain a Transcript
- Graduates after 1990: https://www.parchment.com/u/registration/34482/account
- Graduates prior to 1990 should see the Illinois Board of Higher Education: http://www.ibhe.org
How to Obtain a Replacement Diploma
As the college has closed, this service is no longer provided. We regret the inconvenience incumbent to this situation.
FAQ
Will my degree from MacMurray still be considered valuable?
Yes, your degree from MacMurray will be recognized by employers and other colleges/universities as a valid degree with full regional accreditation.
What will happen to my academic records after closure?
Academic records will be preserved and accessible after MacMurray College closes. Records have been transferred to the Illinois State Board of Education.
How will I be able to obtain an official transcript?
Students and alumni can order official transcripts through the Parchment electronic service:
- Set up an account at the Parchment website.
- Follow the on-site directions to submit orders.
Your legal signature is required to release a transcript which is collected by Parchment, so MacMurray cannot accept requests by phone. Ordering in person or by mail, fax, or email also is no longer available. You must submit a Parchment request and pay the transcript fee.
All transcripts, including those sent directly to you, undergo the same processing. Transcripts through Parchment are a total of $15 including their fee. Additional delivery options through Parchment are ordered and paid through them.
What will happen to the MacMurray campus?
Please refer to the following media release regarding the November 12, 2020 sale of all campus buildings and land: MacMurray College Signs Sales Contracts for Entire Campus
What will happen to MacMurray's endowment?
The MacMurray College Board of Trustees is still working with government officials and its lenders to determine the resolution of the endowment. This will be reported on in the Information section of this website.