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Amridge University

Overview of Amridge University

Amridge University is in Montgomery, AL. Montgomery is a medium-sized city. The school is classified as a Churches of Christ college. Amridge University is a private, not-for-profit institution. The school issues awards (degrees) up to the level of Doctoral degree.

Areas of Study

Fields of study in vogue at Amridge University include liberal arts.

Amridge University Selectivity

The school's open admission policy attracts a range of prospective students. People seek out Amridge University, and many students are from other states.

Faculty

The schools' faculty/student ratio of superior to most.

Student Body

Approximately 720 students study at Amridge University (in 2007). Many of the students at the school are in their forties, or even older.

The school reports its educational mission is:
"Southern Christian University is an independent coeducational institution dedicated to the spirit of its Christian ideals and heritage. Southern Christian University's mission is to prepare men and women, through a commitment to academic excellence and spiritual vitality at the undergraduate and graduate levels, for a lifetime of learning, leadership, and service to the professions, society,church and family."

More complete details are provided below.

Contacting Amridge University

Amridge University
1200 Taylor Rd
Montgomery, AL 36117-3553
http://www.southernchristian.edu

Amridge University Programs and Degrees (2007)

General CategoryDegreesMost Common Majors [see all]
Religion And Philosophy76bible studies, pastoral counseling, ministry, theological and ministerial studies, theology
Liberal Arts75liberal arts and sciences
Computer Science And Engineering1computer support

Number of programs and degrees for Amridge University in 2007:

Degree LevelTotal
Awarded
Number of
Programs
Bachelor's degree1023
Master's degree323
First-professional degree101
Doctor's degree83
Associate's degree01

Student Body

In 2007, Amridge University had a total enrollment of 720 students (539 full-time equivalent).

Students By Class:

GroupPercent
Undergraduate50%
Graduate40%
First Professional10%

Racial Diversity:
RacePercent
White53%
Black35%
Hispanic3%
Asian1%
Unknown8%

Students by Age:

AgePercent
Under 180%
18-190%
20-211%
22-246%
25-2916%
30-3417%
35-3918%
40-4925%
50-6414%
65+0%

Amridge University Graduation, Retention, and Transfers

Retention Rates (2007):

GroupReturning From
Previous Year
Full-Time100 %

Amridge University Room and Board (2007)

The school does not offer campus housing.

(Please refer to our profile of Montgomery, Alabama for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Alabama Colleges).

The school does not offer students a meal plan.

Amridge University Expenses and Financial Aid (2007)

Expenses and Financial Aid:

ExpenseAmount
In-state tuition and fees$ 6,240
Out-of-state tuition and fees$ 6,240
Books and supplies$ 500

Financial Aid:
Amridge University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2503400)

Amridge University Faculty

Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):

Full-Time Faculty LevelMenWomen
Non-tenured and not on tenure track3812

Salaries for full-time faculty:

Full-Time Faculty (2007):

Full-Time Faculty LevelContract LengthNumber MenAvg Salary MenNumber WomenAvg Salary Women
Instructorcalendar year38$37,00012$37,000
All faculty totalcalendar year38$37,00012$37,000

*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.

Amridge University Degree Programs (2007)

COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other

LIBERAL ARTS
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies

RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Bible/Biblical Studies
Divinity/Ministry (BD, MDiv)
Pastoral Studies/Counseling
Theological and Ministerial Studies, Other
Theology/Theological Studies

Amridge University Highlights

(Details are provided further down on this page.)

What Sets Amridge University Apart:

CategoryTrophy 
% students 40 years or older
(vs. all colleges)
Top 3%Amridge University % students 40 years or older
Faculty/student ratio (full-time)
(vs. all colleges)
Top 6%Amridge University Faculty/student ratio (full-time)
% of degrees in liberal arts
(vs. all colleges)
Top 11%Amridge University % of degrees in liberal arts
Male % of student body
(for open-admission colleges)
Top 16%Amridge University Male % of student body
Explanation of the Highlights categories

Notable:
Churches of Christ affiliation
Open admission
Offers credit for life experience
Grants credits for AP courses
Offers distance learning
Career counseling
Offers part-time study
On-campus library

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