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Arcadia University is a coeducational, private university of liberal arts located in Glenside, Pennsylvania, United States. It was established in 1853 as Beaver College. It adopted its present name in 2001. The university campus sits upon an area of more than 75 acres. The university offers more than 60 areas of study and over 7 academic departments. It grants several graduate and undergraduate degrees and various international programs.
Arcadia University’s athletics department sponsors many men’s and women’s sport teams. The university is a member of the NCAA Division III and competes in the Commonwealth Conference of the Middle Atlantic Corporation (MAC). Their sports teams are nicknamed the Knights. The Knights participate in several sports including baseball, basketball, golf, soccer, lacrosse, swimming, tennis, field hockey, softball, and volleyball.
Arcadia is located in a large suburb, in Glenside, PA. The school is officially a Presbyterian Church (USA) school. Arcadia is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degree levels at the school top out at the Doctoral degree.
The range of program offerings available from Arcadia is especially impressive compared to its number of students. Students at the school often study drama and performing arts, education and teaching, and therapy and counseling.
The admissions department at Arcadia does not accept all those who apply. Most students' verbal SAT scores were in the range of 500 to 610 in 2007. A quarter of students admitted in 2007 scored 590 or higher on the math SAT.
The school's tenure system is geared toward rewarding and keeping the most valuable professors. By paying its faculty better than most schools, the school tries to attract and retain a high quality teaching staff.
Arcadia offers classes to 3,592 students (2,843 full-time equivalent).
The school has a large share of part-time students. Many students live in housing on or near campus. The school does offer meal plans to students. Students sports include formal participation in Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation competitions.
More complete details are provided below.
Arcadia University
450 S Easton Rd
Glenside, PA 19038-3295
General Phone: (215) 572-2900
http://www.arcadia.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Education And Teaching | 304 | elementary school teaching, special ed, secondary teaching, reading teaching, educational administration, English teaching, art education, early childhood education, ... |
| Therapy And Counseling | 124 | physical therapy, psychology, counseling psychology, psychobiology, art therapy, psychology courses, mental and social health services |
| Liberal Arts | 120 | English, sociology, peace and conflict resolution, political science, history, liberal arts and sciences, library science courses, humanities, ... |
| Business And Management | 92 | international business, business management, accounting, marketing, finance, managerial economics, human resources, actuarial science, ... |
| Medical Support And Technology | 53 | physician assistant |
| Science | 51 | biology, chemistry, human genetics, biological and physical sciences |
| Media | 37 | communication studies, communication and journalism, digital communications |
| Photography And Commercial Art | 24 | commercial art, photography, printmaking, drawing |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 22 | drama |
| Fine Arts | 19 | painting, ceramics, art history and criticism, metal and jewelry |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 18 | forensic science, criminology |
| Design | 12 | interior design, illustration |
| Medical Administration | 11 | health care administration, medical illustrator |
| Medicine | 10 | public health |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 9 | computer and info science |
| Art Studies | 7 | art studies |
| Mathematics | 6 | mathematics |
| Religion And Philosophy | 0 | general philosophy |
Number of programs and degrees for Arcadia in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 429 | 51 |
| Master's degree | 419 | 32 |
| Doctor's degree | 69 | 2 |
| Post-master's certificate | 1 | 1 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 1 | 1 |
In 2007, Arcadia had a total enrollment of 3,592 students (2,843 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 17% |
| Women | 56% |
| Full-Time | 73% |
| Part-Time | 27% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 52% |
| Graduate | 48% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 69% |
| Black | 9% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 16% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 22% |
| 20-21 | 22% |
| 22-24 | 17% |
| 25-29 | 14% |
| 30-34 | 5% |
| 35-39 | 4% |
| 40-49 | 6% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 51% |
| New Jersey | 24% |
| New York | 7% |
| Maryland | 3% |
| (International Students) | 2% |
| Connecticut | 2% |
| Delaware | 2% |
| Massachusetts | 1% |
| New Hampshire | 1% |
| Maine | 1% |
| Rhode Island | 1% |
| Ohio | 1% |
| Virginia | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 78 % |
| Part-Time | 50 % |
Arcadia offers campus housing for 1,244 of its 2,843 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of , for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other 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 | 4,920 | 3,164 | 64% | 654 | 21% |
| Men | 1,243 | 823 | 66% | 112 | 14% |
| Women | 3,677 | 2,341 | 64% | 368 | 16% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 500 | 610 |
| SAT Math | 490 | 590 |
| SAT Writing | 500 | 600 |
| ACT Verbal | 20 | 27 |
| ACT Math | 18 | 26 |
| ACT Composite | 20 | 27 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | recommended |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 94% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 12% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 27,800 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 27,800 |
| Room and board | $ 9,980 |
| Room charge | $ 7,000 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 2,980 |
| Books and supplies | $ 800 |
| Other expenses | $ 900 |
Financial Aid:
Arcadia participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 323500)
Arcadia has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 33 | 19 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 11 | 23 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 11 | 21 |
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 | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 4 | $87,460 | 6 | $74,148 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 6 | $95,108 | 6 | $74,148 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 12 | $88,333 | 8 | $86,253 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 19 | $71,655 | 9 | $66,724 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 16 | $66,495 | 38 | $54,673 |
| Instructor | academic year | 2 | * | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 49 | $72,823 | 57 | $60,766 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation |
| Baseball | Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation |
| Track | Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation |
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Actuarial Science
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Managerial Economics
Finance, General
General Merchandising/Sales/Related Marketing Operations, Other
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
International Business/Trade/Commerce
Management Information Systems, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
DESIGN
Illustration
Interior Design
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Art Teacher Education
Computer Teacher Education
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Education, Other
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Educational, Instructional, and Curriculum Supervision
Elementary Education and Teaching
English/Language Arts Teacher Education
Health Teacher Education
History Teacher Education
Mathematics Teacher Education
Music Teacher Education
Psychology Teacher Education
Reading Teacher Education
Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education
Secondary Education and Teaching
Social Science Teacher Education
Special Education and Teaching, General
Teacher Education/Profess Development, Subject Areas, Other
FINE ARTS
Art History, Criticism and Conservation
Ceramic Arts and Ceramics
Metal and Jewelry Arts
Painting
LIBERAL ARTS
English Language and Literature, General
French Language and Literature
History, General
Humanities/Humanistic Studies
Intercultural/Multicultural and Diversity Studies
International/Global Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Library Science, Other
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs, Other
Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Health/Health Care Administration/Management
Medical Illustration/Medical Illustrator
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Physician Assistant
MEDICINE
Public Health, General (MPH, DPH)
PHOTOGRAPHY AND COMMERCIAL ART
Commercial and Advertising Art
Drawing
Photography
Printmaking
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy, Other
SCIENCE
Biological and Physical Sciences
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Human/Medical Genetics
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminology
Forensic Science and Technology
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Art Therapy/Therapist
Counseling Psychology
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions, Other
Physical Therapy/Therapist
Physiological Psychology/Psychobiology
Psychology, General
Psychology, Other
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Arcadia Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% |  |
| % of degrees in education and teaching (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 10% | |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 12% | |
| % of degrees in drama and performing arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
| % of degrees in photography and commercial art (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 19% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Presbyterian Church (USA) affiliation Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career services Student employment services 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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