Antioch is located in a town not far from a more urbanized area, in Yellow Springs, OH. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degree levels at Antioch top out at the Bachelor's degree.
Students at the school often study science, art studies, and liberal arts.
The admissions department at Antioch does not accept all those who apply. It's not unusual for students to find their classmates include those from other parts of the country.
Students at Antioch benefit from the low student/teacher ratio. The school's tenure system is geared toward rewarding and keeping the most valuable professors.
Antioch offers classes to 229 students (225 full-time equivalent).
The school has a residential or campus feel. Many students live in housing on or near campus. The school does offer meal plans to students.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"An Antioch education is shaped to the mold of human experience. This is a radically democratic education: every theory, every belief, every ideal is re-examined and subjected to the test of experience. We ask our students to bridge the gap between theory and practice. Their work is marked by scholarly rigor ù and civic engagement. They come to know the world by analyzing it ù and living deeply within it. They come to know justice by studying it ù and practicing it. They become humanists in the broadest, deepest sense of the word: citizens and scholars capable of meaningful action, continuous growth, and enlightened leadership."
More complete details are provided below.
Antioch College
795 Livermore St
Yellow Springs, OH 45387-1697
General Phone: (937) 769-1000
http://www.antioch-college.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 52 | interdisciplinary studies, minority and gender studies, area and Cultural studies, liberal arts and sciences, area studies |
| Science | 11 | biology, physical sciences |
| Art Studies | 8 | visual and performing arts |
| Religion And Philosophy | 6 | philosophy and religious studies |
| Conservation And Resource Management | 0 | environmental science |
Number of programs and degrees for Antioch in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 77 | 10 |
In 2007, Antioch had a total enrollment of 229 students (225 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 39% |
| Women | 61% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 47% |
| Black | 3% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 46% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 35% |
| 20-21 | 25% |
| 22-24 | 34% |
| 25-29 | 4% |
| 30-34 | 1% |
| 40-49 | 0% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 43 % |
Antioch offers campus housing for 319 of its 225 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Yellow Springs, 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 19 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 939 | 500 | 53% | 64 | 13% |
| Men | 424 | 197 | 46% | 25 | 13% |
| Women | 515 | 303 | 59% | 39 | 13% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | recommended |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | recommended |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | recommended |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 28,573 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 28,573 |
| Room and board | $ 7,404 |
| Room charge | $ 3,647 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,757 |
| Books and supplies | $ 3,000 |
| Other expenses | $ 500 |
Financial Aid:
Antioch participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 301000)
Antioch has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 15 | 10 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 1 | 6 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 3 | 4 |
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 | calendar year | 9 | $60,321 | 3 | $57,685 |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 7 | $53,421 | 12 | $47,489 |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 3 | $41,701 | 5 | $39,843 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 19 | $54,839 | 20 | $47,107 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
ART STUDIES
Visual and Performing Arts, General
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Science
LIBERAL ARTS
Area Studies, Other
Area, Ethnic, Cultural, and Gender Studies, Other
Ethnic, Cultural Minority, and Gender Studies, Other
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy and Religious Studies, Other
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Physical Sciences
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Antioch Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of degrees in art studies (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of degrees in science (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | ![]() |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits
Offers credit for life experience
Grants credits for AP courses
Career counseling
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
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