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Students attend Adrian College in Adrian, MI, a town not particularly near any major cities. The school is proud of its United Methodist status. Adrian College is a private, not-for-profit institution. The school degrees go up to the Bachelor's degree.
Adrian College has a greater breadth of degree programs (majors) than most colleges of its size. The school is known for its programs in music, science, media, art studies, drama and performing arts, and nutrition and exercise therapy.
Adrian College is selective and does not offer open admission. Three quarters of students in 2007 had SAT verbal scores of at least 430. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 410 and 535.
Adrian College has a tenure system for senior faculty. The full-time faculty at the school is well-paid, which often goes with faculty quality.
There are 1,309 students at Adrian College (as of 2007).
The school has a residential or campus feel. Adrian College offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. The school offers students meal plans. Adrian College values student athletics, and belongs to the Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Adrian College, a liberal arts College in the United Methodist tradition, is committed to the pursuit of truth and to the dignity of all people. Through active and creative learning in a supportive community, students are challenged to achieve excellence in their academic, personal, and professional lives, and to contribute to a more socially just society."
More complete details are provided below.
Adrian College
110 S Madison St
Adrian, MI 49221-2575
General Phone: (517) 265-5161
http://www.adrian.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 37 | history, English, political science, Spanish language, interdisciplinary studies, sociology, German language, French language, ... |
| Business And Management | 30 | business, international business, accounting |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 19 | health and physical education, exercise science |
| Science | 18 | biology, geology, chemistry, physics |
| Media | 15 | communication and journalism |
| Art Studies | 12 | art studies, arts management |
| Therapy And Counseling | 8 | psychology |
| Design | 8 | interior design |
| Music | 5 | music |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 5 | drama |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 4 | criminal justice and administration |
| Mathematics | 3 | mathematics |
| Family And Social Work | 3 | social work |
| Conservation And Resource Management | 2 | environmental science, environmental studies |
| Religion And Philosophy | 2 | religion, theology, philosophy |
| Education And Teaching | 1 | social studies teaching, elementary school teaching |
Number of programs and degrees for Adrian College in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 172 | 35 |
In 2007, Adrian College had a total enrollment of 1,309 students (1,309 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 56% |
| Women | 44% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 74% |
| Black | 5% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 0% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 18% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 2% |
| 18-19 | 53% |
| 20-21 | 29% |
| 22-24 | 11% |
| 25-29 | 1% |
| 30-34 | 0% |
| 35-39 | 0% |
| 40-49 | 0% |
| 50-64 | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Michigan | 72% |
| Ohio | 15% |
| (International Students) | 7% |
| Indiana | 2% |
| Illinois | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 72 % |
Adrian College offers campus housing for 1,413 of its 1,309 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Adrian, Michigan for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Michigan Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 18 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 3,710 | 2,443 | 66% | 492 | 20% |
| Men | 2,003 | 1,268 | 63% | 278 | 22% |
| Women | 1,707 | 1,175 | 69% | 214 | 18% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 430 | 515 |
| SAT Math | 410 | 535 |
| ACT Verbal | 19 | 24 |
| ACT Math | 19 | 25 |
| ACT Composite | 20 | 25 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 8% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 98% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 21,620 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 21,620 |
| Room and board | $ 7,650 |
| Room charge | $ 3,200 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 4,450 |
| Books and supplies | $ 600 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,572 |
Financial Aid:
Adrian College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 223400)
Adrian College has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 28 | 14 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 6 | 4 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 7 | 10 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 22 | $70,605 | 8 | $68,290 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 8 | $64,967 | 8 | $58,297 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 10 | $47,031 | 11 | $47,136 |
| Instructor | academic year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 41 | $62,938 | 28 | $56,292 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association |
| Basketball | Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association |
| Baseball | Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association |
| Track | Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association |
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
Arts Management
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business/Commerce, General
International Business/Trade/Commerce
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Science
Environmental Studies
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Elementary Education and Teaching
Social Studies Teacher Education
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Social Work
LIBERAL ARTS
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
French Language and Literature
German Language and Literature
History, General
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs, Other
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Health and Physical Education, General
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
Religion/Religious Studies
Theology/Theological Studies
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Geology/Earth Science, General
Physics, General
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Adrian College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% |  |
| % of degrees in art studies (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | |
| % of degrees in media (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| % of degrees in nutrition and exercise therapy (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| % of degrees in science (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| % of degrees in drama and performing arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| % of degrees in music (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 16% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
United Methodist affiliation Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Career services Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching NCAA athletic conference member
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