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The foundation of Albion College was laid in the year 1835 when a charter was approved for the setting up of the Spring Arbor Seminary. However, it was only in 1843 that classes began in what was then called the Wesleyan Seminary. In 1850, the Albion Female Collegiate Institute was established. These two institutes merged to form the Wesleyan Seminary and Female College at Albion in 1857. In February, 1861, it was renamed the Albion College. This private liberal arts institute is now situated on a 225-acre campus in Albion, Michigan.
Albion College offers Bachelor of Arts, and Bachelor of Fine Arts degrees in over 25 fields. The courses are offered through the following academic institutes:
The sports teams of Albion College are known as the Britons. They participate in soccer, cross country, volleyball, swimming and diving, softball, track and field, tennis, golf, basketball, football, and equestrian hunt seat. The teams are members of the Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association and the NCAA's Division III.
The main campus of Albion is in Albion, MI (a town not particularly near any major cities). The school is a United Methodist institution. Albion is a private, not-for-profit school. The school offers degrees up to the Bachelor's degree.
Albion offers more choices of majors than most colleges its size. The school students most commonly major in a field related to mathematics, music, science, art studies, and liberal arts.
Albion does not accept everyone who applies. In 2007, SAT verbal scores of half of students were 500 to 620. Three-fourths of students accepted in 2007 had SAT math scores of 530 or more.
The school's faculty/student ratio compares favorably with most colleges. The school offers tenure to reward and retain some professors. Salaries for full-time faculty at Albion are higher than most, allowing the school to afford quality teaching.
In 2007, the school had 1,938 enrolled students.
Many students at Albion live in campus housing. The school makes available a lot of student housing. Meal plans are available. Student athletes at the school belong to the Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association for major sports.
More complete details are provided below.
Albion College
611 E Porter St
Albion, MI 49224
General Phone: (517) 629-1000
http://www.albion.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 148 | economics, English, sociology, history, political science, German language, Spanish language, French language, ... |
| Science | 61 | biology, chemistry, geology, physics, theoretical and mathematical physics, geological and earth sciences |
| Therapy And Counseling | 39 | psychology |
| Business And Management | 34 | business management |
| Media | 19 | communication studies |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 18 | health and physical education, exercise science, athletic trainer |
| Art Studies | 15 | art studies |
| Music | 14 | music |
| Education And Teaching | 12 | physical education teaching |
| Religion And Philosophy | 10 | philosophy, religion |
| Family And Social Work | 9 | public policy analysis |
| Mathematics | 6 | mathematics |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 3 | computer science |
| Fine Arts | 3 | art history and criticism |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 2 | drama |
Number of programs and degrees for Albion in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 393 | 36 |
In 2007, Albion had a total enrollment of 1,938 students (1,912 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 48% |
| Women | 52% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 88% |
| Black | 3% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 5% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 4% |
| 18-19 | 46% |
| 20-21 | 45% |
| 22-24 | 5% |
| 25-29 | 0% |
| 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 | 90% |
| (International Students) | 2% |
| Illinois | 2% |
| Ohio | 1% |
| Indiana | 1% |
| Texas | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 84 % |
Albion offers campus housing for 1,853 of its 1,912 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Albion, 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 21 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 2,204 | 1,791 | 81% | 500 | 28% |
| Men | 1,028 | 795 | 77% | 240 | 30% |
| Women | 1,176 | 996 | 85% | 260 | 26% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 500 | 620 |
| SAT Math | 530 | 640 |
| ACT Verbal | 21 | 28 |
| ACT Math | 21 | 27 |
| ACT Composite | 22 | 27 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | recommended |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 22% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 95% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 27,530 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 27,530 |
| Room and board | $ 7,806 |
| Room charge | $ 3,818 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,988 |
| Books and supplies | $ 800 |
| Other expenses | $ 700 |
Financial Aid:
Albion participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 223500)
Albion has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 44 | 18 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 26 | 26 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 9 | 12 |
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 | 24 | $78,243 | 9 | $70,739 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 21 | $57,575 | 9 | $59,941 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 28 | $49,067 | 35 | $48,182 |
| Instructor | academic year | 6 | $45,202 | 3 | $42,311 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 79 | $59,899 | 56 | $53,383 |
*: 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
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration and Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Science
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Public Policy Analysis
FINE ARTS
Art History, Criticism and Conservation
LIBERAL ARTS
American/United States Studies/Civilization
Anthropology
Econometrics and Quantitative Economics
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
French Language and Literature
German Language and Literature
History, General
International/Global Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
Women's Studies
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Athletic Training/Trainer
Health and Physical Education, General
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
Religion/Religious Studies
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences, Other
Geology/Earth Science, General
Physics, General
Theoretical and Mathematical Physics
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Albion Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% |  |
| % of degrees in science (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| % of degrees in music (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| % of degrees in art studies (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| Student SAT scores (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 16% | |
| % of degrees in mathematics (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| Number of students (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
United Methodist affiliation Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Student employment services Remedial classes for students 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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