The campus of Andrews is in Berrien Springs, Michigan, which is a town not far from a more urbanized area. Its Seventh Day Adventists nature is one of the defining aspects of the school. Andrews is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degrees at the school include, at the school's highest level, the Doctoral degree.
Andrews has a greater breadth of degree programs (majors) than most colleges of its size. The range of program offerings available from the school is especially impressive compared to its number of students. Andrews is known for its programs in architecture and planning.
Admission at the school is selective, not open to all who apply. Getting into Andrews is challenging; it only admitted 40% of those who applied in 2005. Three quarters of students in 2005 had SAT verbal scores of at least 470. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 460 and 590. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.
The school maintains a faculty/student ratio (full-time) which is better than most colleges. Andrews has a tenure system for senior faculty.
In 2005, the school had 3,087 students enrolled (2,503 full-time equivalent). A large number of students at Andrews are 40 years old or older.
The school offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. Andrews offers students meal plans.
More complete details are provided below.
Andrews University
Berrien Springs, MI 49104
General Phone: (800) 253-2874
Admissions Phone: (800) 253-2874
Financial Aid Phone: (800) 253-2874
http://www.andrews.edu
Andrews awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Religion And Philosophy | 165 | ministry, religion, pastoral counseling, theology, youth ministry, religious education |
| Liberal Arts | 55 | Spanish language, English, general studies, political science, international development, French language, foreign languages and literature, history, ... |
| Education And Teaching | 51 | education courses, curriculum and instruction, educational admin and supervision, elementary school teaching, school counseling, science teaching, English teaching, social studies teaching, ... |
| Therapy And Counseling | 49 | physical therapy, psychology, community psychology, educational psychology, school psychology, behavioral sciences, counseling psychology |
| Business And Management | 40 | business management, accounting, finance, MIS, marketing, managerial economics, accounting and finance, non-profit management, ... |
| Architecture And Planning | 36 | architecture, interior architecture |
| Family And Social Work | 31 | social work, food and nutrition, family studies |
| Science | 27 | biology, biochemistry, zoology, physics, chemistry, biophysics, animal biology, botany, ... |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 20 | software engineering, computer and info science |
| Photography And Commercial Art | 19 | multimedia, photography |
| Medical Support And Technology | 17 | clinical lab tech, audiology and speech pathology |
| Medicine | 17 | health professions, pre-veterinary |
| Media | 16 | communication studies, journalism, communication and journalism, public relations |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 11 | registered nursing, nurse practitioner, various nursing |
| Music | 9 | music, music performance, piano |
| Engineering Technician | 8 | automotive tech, engineering technician, mechanical engineering related tech, computer engineering tech, industrial production tech, mechanical engineering tech, aerospace engineering tech, electronics tech |
| Transportation | 8 | aviation tech, aviation operations |
| Landscaping And Horticulture | 5 | horticultural science, applied horticulture |
| Art Studies | 5 | visual and performing arts, art studies |
| Mathematics | 4 | mathematics, math |
| Design | 4 | graphic design |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 2 | dietitian |
| Animal Science And Care | 2 | animal science |
| Agricultural Science And Management | 1 | agriculture |
| Conservation And Resource Management | 0 | environmental science |
| Construction Trades | 0 | building inspection and management |
| Fine Arts | 0 | fine arts |
| Medical Adminstration | 0 | health and medical administrative |
| Mechanics And Repair | 0 | automobile mechanics, aircraft maintenance, autobody repair |
Number of programs and degrees for Andrews in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 293 | 83 |
| Master's degree | 167 | 42 |
| First-professional degree | 102 | 1 |
| Doctor's degree | 31 | 8 |
| Associate's degree | 5 | 10 |
| Post-master's certificate | 4 | 6 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 0 | 3 |
In 2005, Andrews had a total enrollment of 3,087 students (2,503 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 46% |
| Women | 54% |
| Full-Time | 98% |
| Part-Time | 2% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 49% |
| Graduate | 41% |
| First Professional | 10% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 47% |
| Black | 18% |
| Hispanic | 10% |
| Asian | 7% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Other Races | 1% |
| (Foreign Students) | 17% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 3% |
| 18-19 | 17% |
| 20-21 | 18% |
| 22-24 | 17% |
| 25-29 | 13% |
| 30-34 | 8% |
| 35-39 | 6% |
| 40-49 | 11% |
| 50-64 | 6% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Michigan | 28% |
| New York | 9% |
| Virgin Islands | 7% |
| Illinois | 6% |
| Wisconsin | 5% |
| California | 5% |
| Indiana | 4% |
| Florida | 4% |
| Pennsylvania | 3% |
| Ohio | 3% |
| Massachusetts | 2% |
| Minnesota | 2% |
| Colorado | 2% |
| New Jersey | 2% |
| Maryland | 2% |
| Texas | 2% |
| Virginia | 1% |
| Washington | 1% |
| Connecticut | 1% |
| Oregon | 1% |
| Tennessee | 1% |
| Alabama | 1% |
| Puerto Rico | 1% |
| Georgia | 1% |
| Maine | 1% |
| Missouri | 1% |
| Vermont | 1% |
| South Carolina | 1% |
| North Carolina | 1% |
| Arkansas | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 83 % |
| Part-Time | 57 % |
Andrews offers campus housing for 1,230 of its 2,503 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Berrien Springs, 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 20 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1,322 | 527 | 40% | 305 | 58% |
| Men | 578 | 235 | 41% | 140 | 60% |
| Women | 744 | 292 | 39% | 165 | 57% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 470 | 600 |
| SAT Math | 460 | 590 |
| ACT Verbal | 20 | 25 |
| ACT Math | 18 | 25 |
| ACT Composite | 20 | 25 |
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 | 48% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 71% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Admissions Phone Number: (800) 253-2874
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 16,506 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 16,506 |
| Room and board | $ 5,280 |
| Room charge | $ 2,850 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 2,430 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
| Other expenses | $ 600 |
Financial Aid:
Andrews participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 223800)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (800) 253-2874
Andrews 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 62 | $53,188 | 13 | $55,923 |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 44 | $44,959 | 20 | $45,161 |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 33 | $39,028 | 24 | $38,345 |
| Instructor | calendar year | 9 | $32,904 | 3 | $32,856 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 148 | $46,351 | 60 | $44,151 |
*: 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 | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 1 | * | 4 | $41,190 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 2 | * | 2 | * |
| Instructor | academic year | 0 | * | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 4 | $40,415 | 8 | $34,724 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT
Agriculture, General
ANIMAL SCIENCE AND CARE
Animal Sciences, General
ARCHITECTURE AND PLANNING
Architecture (BArch, BA/BS, MArch, MA/MS, PhD)
Interior Architecture
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
Visual and Performing Arts, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Accounting and Finance
Business Administration and Management, General
Business, Management, Marketing & Related Support Services, Other
Business/Managerial Economics
Finance, General
Management Information Systems, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Non-Profit/Public/Organizational Management
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Software Engineering
Computer and Information Sciences, General
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Science
CONSTRUCTION TRADES
Building/Construction Finishing, Management, & Inspection, Other
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Art Teacher Education
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Curriculum and Instruction
Education, Other
Educational Administration and Supervision, Other
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Elementary Education and Teaching
English/Language Arts Teacher Education
Foreign Language Teacher Education
Mathematics Teacher Education
Music Teacher Education
Reading Teacher Education
Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education
Secondary Education and Teaching
Social Studies Teacher Education
Special Education and Teaching, General
Teacher Education/Profess Development, Subject Areas, Other
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Aeronautical/Aerospace Engineering Technology/Technician
Automotive Engineering Technology/Technician
Computer Engineering Technology/Technician
Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Other
Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians, Other
Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians, Other
Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Foods, Nutrition, and Wellness Studies, General
Human Development and Family Studies, General
Social Work
FINE ARTS
Fine/Studio Arts, General
LANDSCAPING AND HORTICULTURE
Applied Horticulture/Horticulture Operations, General
Horticultural Science
LIBERAL ARTS
Development Economics and International Development
English Language and Literature, General
Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, Other
French Language and Literature
General Studies
History, General
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Political Science and Government, General
Social Sciences, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
Mathematics, Other
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician
Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs, Other
Journalism
Public Relations/Image Management
MEDICAL ADMINSTRATION
Health and Medical Administrative Services, Other
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
MEDICINE
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
Pre-Veterinary Studies
MUSIC
Music Performance, General
Music, General
Piano and Organ
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Family Practice Nurse/Nurse Practitioner
Nursing, Other
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Dietetics/Dietitian (RD)
PHOTOGRAPHY AND COMMERCIAL ART
Intermedia/Multimedia
Photography
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Divinity/Ministry (BD, MDiv)
Pastoral Studies/Counseling
Religion/Religious Studies
Religious Education
Theology/Theological Studies
Youth Ministry
SCIENCE
Anatomy
Biochemistry
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Biophysics
Botany/Plant Biology
Chemistry, General
Physics, General
Zoology/Animal Biology
Zoology/Animal Biology, Other
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Behavioral Sciences
Community Psychology
Counseling Psychology
Educational Psychology
Physical Therapy/Therapist
Psychology, General
School Psychology
TRANSPORTATION
Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, General
Aviation/Airway Management and Operations
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Andrews Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in religion and philosophy (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 3% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of students from other states (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | ![]() ![]() |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | ![]() ![]() |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in architecture and planning (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | ![]() |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | ![]() |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | ![]() |
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 17% | ![]() |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | ![]() |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | ![]() |
| Minority % of student body (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 20% | ![]() |
Notable:
Seventh Day Adventists affiliation
Accepts some high school credits
Offers credit for life experience
Grants credits for AP courses
Offers distance learning
Career counseling
Career placement services
Student employment services
On-campus day care
Remedial classes for students
Option to study abroad
Offers campus housing
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
Offers campus housing
Offers a board (meal) plan
Tenure system for quality teaching
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