FAQs
How do I obtain my textbooks?
You may visit the bookstore to purchase your textbooks once you arrive on campus or
you may buy your books online. This link also gives you the ISBN number for the books in case you are interested
in purchasing them elsewhere.
What kind of public transportation is offered in the area?
Metro-Link is a great way to get from place-to-place in our area. The closest Metro-Link
station is at Scott Air Force Base in Shiloh, IL. There is also a station at Southwestern
Illinois College in Belleville, IL. The Metro-Link can take you to Busch Stadium,
Union Station, the Landing, University City “Loop”, and other locations in St. Louis.
The Metro-Link also offers bus services as well and they stop on campus five times
throughout the day. You can purchase bus/metro tickets online or you may pay in cash
for your ticket at the Metro-Link station. There are options to buy tickets for a
one-way trip, all day, or monthly. This link provides more information on scheduled
times and rates: https://www.metrostlouis.org/.
Who is my academic advisor?
For first-year students, your advisor will be your University 101 instructor. For
transfer students, you will be assigned an advisor within your academic division.
Your academic advisor is also listed on Self-Service.
Where is the closest hospital to campus?
The closest hospitals are Memorial Hospital and St. Elizabeth’s Hospital. There is
also a St. Elizabeth’s UrgiCare facility in O’Fallon, IL and Mascoutah, IL for minor
injuries and illnesses. No appointments are necessary and the facility is open from
8 a.m. to 8 p.m. For other minor injuries or illnesses, please contact the Director
of Health Services for McKendree.
Where is the closest pharmacy to campus?
Prescriptions Plus is located in Lebanon, IL. The pharmacy is inside the Ace True
Value store on Route 4 by McDonalds. CVS and Walgreens pharmacies are located in O’Fallon,
IL.
Where is the post office?
Lebanon’s post office is located at 201 East St. Louis Street. You may also use the
campus mailroom in Eisenmayer for mailing letters, buying stamps, and other general
requests.
Where should I go for groceries?
Don’s IGA is located on Route 4 and carries the basic grocery essentials. For larger
grocery selections, Schnucks and Wal-Mart is located in O’Fallon and Dierbergs is
located in Shiloh.
Where should I go for toiletries, school supplies, and other essentials?
The quickest and most convenient option is the Dollar General Store located in Lebanon
on Route 4 next to McDonalds. The Wal-Mart Supercenter in O’Fallon and Target in Shiloh
are other options.
Is there a student organization for international students?
Yes, McKendree has a group called the International Student Organization (ISO) which
is open to all international students enrolled at McKendree. This organization provides
a social networking opportunity and allows you to meet and develop relationships with
other international students on campus.
