The campus of Allegheny Wesleyan is in Salem, Ohio, which is a rural site not far from an urban area. Its Other Protestant nature is one of the defining aspects of the school. Allegheny Wesleyan is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degrees at the school include, at the school's highest level, the Bachelor's degree.
Allegheny Wesleyan is known for its programs in religion and philosophy.
Its open admissions system makes the school an attractive choice for many applicants. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.
In 2005, the school had 65 students enrolled (55 full-time equivalent).
Allegheny Wesleyan has a residential or campus feel. The school offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. Allegheny Wesleyan offers students meal plans.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The mission of Allegheny Wesleyan College is to serve the Church by preparing leaders and educators who interpret the Bible accurately, live out its truth, and communicate its message to the world."
More complete details are provided below.
Allegheny Wesleyan College
2161 Woodsdale Rd
Salem, OH 44460-9598
General Phone: (330) 337-6403
Admissions Phone: (330) 337-6403
Financial Aid Phone: (330) 337-6403
http://awc.edu
Allegheny Wesleyan awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Religion And Philosophy | 6 | religious education |
Number of programs and degrees for Allegheny Wesleyan in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 6 | 1 |
In 2005, Allegheny Wesleyan had a total enrollment of 65 students (55 full-time equivalent).
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 98% |
| Black | 2% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 7% |
| 18-19 | 39% |
| 20-21 | 21% |
| 22-24 | 12% |
| 25-29 | 9% |
| 30-34 | 11% |
| 65+ | 2% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 45% |
| Ohio | 30% |
| West Virginia | 5% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 74 % |
| Part-Time | 53 % |
Allegheny Wesleyan offers campus housing for 70 of its 55 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Salem, Ohio for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Ohio Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 21 meals per week.
Admissions Phone Number: (330) 337-6403
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 4,280 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 4,280 |
| Room and board | $ 3,200 |
| Room charge | $ 1,000 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 2,000 |
| Books and supplies | $ 500 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,385 |
Financial Aid:
Allegheny Wesleyan participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3457300)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (330) 337-6403
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 0 | * | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 1 | * | 2 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Allegheny Wesleyan Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in religion and philosophy (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of students from other states (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | ![]() |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 10% | ![]() |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (for open-admission colleges) | Top 17% | ![]() |
Notable:
Other Protestant affiliation
Open admission
Accepts some high school credits
Grants credits for AP courses
Offers weekend classes
Career counseling
Student employment services
Remedial classes for students
Offers campus housing
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
Offers campus housing
Offers a board (meal) plan
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