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Students attend Albertson in Caldwell, Idaho, a small suburb. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Albertson degrees go up to the Master's degree.
The school has a greater breadth of degree programs (majors) than most colleges of its size. Albertson is known for its programs in science, music, mathematics, drama and performing arts, fine arts, and liberal arts.
The school is selective and does not offer open admission. Three quarters of students in 2005 had SAT verbal scores of at least 520. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 500 and 630. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.
Albertson maintains a faculty/student ratio (full-time) which is better than most colleges. The school has a tenure system for senior faculty.
There are 818 students at Albertson (as of 2005).
The school offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. Albertson values student athletics, and belongs to the Cascade Collegiate Conference. The school offers athletic financial aid to more of its students than do most colleges.
More complete details are provided below.
Albertson College Of Idaho
2112 Cleveland Blvd
Caldwell, ID 83605-4432
General Phone: (208) 459-5011
Admissions Phone: (208) 459-5305
Financial Aid Phone: (208) 459-5308
http://www.albertson.edu
Albertson awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 49 | history, political science, social studies, interdisciplinary studies, liberal arts and sciences, international relations, creative writing, Spanish language, ... |
| Business And Management | 34 | business management, international business, accounting |
| Science | 15 | biology, physics, chemistry |
| Therapy And Counseling | 14 | psychology |
| Education And Teaching | 13 | physical education teaching, teacher ed |
| Mathematics | 7 | mathematics, mathematics and computer science |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 7 | exercise science, sports and fitness management |
| Music | 6 | music |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 4 | drama |
| Conservation And Resource Management | 2 | environmental studies |
| Engineering | 2 | various engineering courses |
| Fine Arts | 2 | fine arts |
| Religion And Philosophy | 1 | religion, philosophy |
Number of programs and degrees for Albertson in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 151 | 28 |
| Master's degree | 5 | 1 |
In 2005, Albertson had a total enrollment of 818 students (793 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 39% |
| Women | 61% |
| Full-Time | 98% |
| Part-Time | 2% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 98% |
| Graduate | 2% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 78% |
| Black | 1% |
| Hispanic | 4% |
| Asian | 3% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Other Races | 12% |
| (Foreign Students) | 2% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 40% |
| 20-21 | 41% |
| 22-24 | 13% |
| 25-29 | 2% |
| 30-34 | 0% |
| 35-39 | 1% |
| 40-49 | 2% |
| 50-64 | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Idaho | 72% |
| Oregon | 8% |
| Washington | 4% |
| California | 4% |
| Nevada | 2% |
| Foreign countries | 2% |
| Montana | 1% |
| Minnesota | 1% |
| Vermont | 1% |
| Ohio | 1% |
| New York | 1% |
| Colorado | 1% |
| Alaska | 1% |
| Oklahoma | 1% |
| Utah | 1% |
| Pennsylvania | 1% |
| Connecticut | 1% |
| Florida | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 76 % |
Albertson offers campus housing for 410 of its 793 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Caldwell, Idaho for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Idaho Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 634 | 521 | 82% | 194 | 37% |
| Men | 259 | 216 | 83% | 75 | 35% |
| Women | 375 | 305 | 81% | 119 | 39% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 520 | 640 |
| SAT Math | 500 | 630 |
| ACT Verbal | 20 | 27 |
| ACT Math | 19 | 26 |
| ACT Composite | 21 | 25 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | recommended |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 58% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 73% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Admissions Phone Number: (208) 459-5305
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 15,200 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 15,200 |
| Room and board | $ 5,960 |
| Room charge | $ 2,600 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,360 |
| Books and supplies | $ 800 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,250 |
Financial Aid:
Albertson participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 161700)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (208) 459-5308
Albertson has a tenure system for faculty.
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 18 | $54,703 | 7 | $49,552 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 9 | $44,464 | 6 | $45,916 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 7 | $38,123 | 6 | $39,829 |
| Instructor | academic year | 5 | $21,480 | 5 | $30,840 |
| No academic rank | academic year | 4 | $41,675 | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 43 | $44,786 | 24 | $42,314 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences (2005):
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Cascade Collegiate Conference |
| Baseball | Cascade Collegiate Conference |
| Track | Cascade Collegiate Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2004):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 81 | 85 | 166 |
| Baseball | 31 | 0 | 31 |
| Basketball | 12 | 14 | 26 |
| All Other Sports | 38 | 71 | 109 |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
International Business/Trade/Commerce
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Studies
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Teacher Education, Multiple Levels
FINE ARTS
Fine/Studio Arts, General
LIBERAL ARTS
Creative Writing
English Language and Literature, General
History, General
International Relations and Affairs
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Political Science and Government, General
Social Sciences, Other
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics and Computer Science
Mathematics, General
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
Religion/Religious Studies
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Physics, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Albertson Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in mathematics (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% |  |
| % students on athletic fin. aid (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 5% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| % of degrees in music (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 10% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| % of degrees in drama and performing arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| % of degrees in science (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
| Student SAT scores (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 19% | |
| % of degrees in fine arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
| % of students from other states (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Career placement services Student employment services Option to study abroad Offers campus housing Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army) Offers athletic scholarships
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