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Armstrong Atlantic State University was established in 1935. It is located in Savannah, Georgia. AASU is a part of the University System of Georgia. The university offers over 900 degree programs and attracts students from more than 70 countries worldwide. The main campus of AASU is spread across an area of more than 250 acres. AASU is made up of the following academic units:
AASU competes in the National Collegiate Athletic Association's Division II. Its sports teams are known as the Pirates and participate in basketball, softball, soccer, golf, baseball, tennis and volleyball.
Armstrong Atlantic State is found in Savannah, GA. Savannah is a medium-sized city. The school is a public institution. Students can earn degrees up to and including the Master's degree at Armstrong Atlantic State.
The school is known for its programs in education and teaching and security and law enforcement.
Admission to Armstrong Atlantic State is not automatic; not everyone who applies gets in. Three quarters of students in 2007 had SAT verbal scores of at least 460. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 450 and 550. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.
The school has a tenure system for senior faculty.
Students numbered 6,848 in 2007 at Armstrong Atlantic State.
A lot of students at the school attend part-time. Armstrong Atlantic State values student athletics, and belongs to the Peach Belt Conference.
The school is a relative bargain, with lower tuition and fees than most schools offering similar degrees.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"As a unit of the University System of Georgia, Armstrong Atlantic State University is committed to the following:
educating students in the liberal arts tradition through quality programs in the arts and sciences, teacher education, health professions, and computing and technology;
providing students with intellectual challenges, professional experiences, and extracurricular activities that prepare them for citizenship, leadership, career success, and a lifelong passion for learning; and
advancing teaching, scholarship, creative endeavors, and service to the community by supporting the collaborative initiatives of students, faculty and staff."
More complete details are provided below.
Armstrong Atlantic State University
11935 Abercorn St
Savannah, GA 31419-1997
General Phone: (912) 927-5211
http://www.armstrong.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Education And Teaching | 306 | early childhood education, middle school teaching, elementary school teaching, adult education, curriculum and instruction, education of emotionally disturbed, special ed, education of learning disabled, ... |
| Liberal Arts | 265 | liberal arts and humanities, liberal arts and sciences, economics, history, English, political science, Spanish language |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 117 | registered nursing |
| Medical Support And Technology | 114 | radiation therapist, dental hygienist, clinical lab tech, respiratory care tech |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 108 | criminal justice and police, criminal justice and safety |
| Medicine | 76 | health professions, public health |
| Science | 51 | biology, chemistry, physics |
| Therapy And Counseling | 41 | physical therapy, psychology |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 34 | information science, computer and info science |
| Art Studies | 23 | art studies |
| Mathematics | 14 | mathematics |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 12 | athletic trainer |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 11 | drama |
| Media | 9 | communication and journalism |
| Medical Administration | 6 | health and medical administrative |
| Music | 2 | music |
Number of programs and degrees for Armstrong Atlantic State in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 764 | 31 |
| Master's degree | 264 | 21 |
| Associate's degree | 88 | 3 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 73 | 1 |
In 2007, Armstrong Atlantic State had a total enrollment of 6,848 students (5,219 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 40% |
| Women | 60% |
| Full-Time | 87% |
| Part-Time | 13% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 88% |
| Graduate | 12% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 67% |
| Black | 25% |
| Hispanic | 3% |
| Asian | 3% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| (Foreign Students) | 2% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 18% |
| 20-21 | 18% |
| 22-24 | 22% |
| 25-29 | 17% |
| 30-34 | 9% |
| 35-39 | 6% |
| 40-49 | 7% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 69 % |
| Part-Time | 45 % |
Armstrong Atlantic State offers campus housing for 856 of its 5,219 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Savannah, Georgia for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Georgia Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 2,186 | 1,306 | 60% | 838 | 64% |
| Men | 702 | 467 | 67% | 331 | 71% |
| Women | 1,484 | 839 | 57% | 507 | 60% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 460 | 550 |
| SAT Math | 450 | 550 |
| ACT Verbal | 18 | 22 |
| ACT Math | 17 | 23 |
| ACT Composite | 19 | 22 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | recommended |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 74% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 23% |
| 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 | $ 3,424 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 12,028 |
| Room and board | $ 5,800 |
| Room charge | $ 5,000 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 800 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,200 |
| Other expenses | $ 6,583 |
Financial Aid:
Armstrong Atlantic State participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 154600)
Armstrong Atlantic State has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 51 | 37 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 39 | 37 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 18 | 63 |
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 | * | 1 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 4 | $78,381 |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 2 | * | 16 | $56,270 |
| Instructor | calendar year | 0 | * | 5 | $58,209 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 3 | $67,310 | 26 | $61,853 |
*: 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 | 24 | $75,296 | 12 | $66,654 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 26 | $55,012 | 20 | $60,879 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 48 | $51,679 | 61 | $50,547 |
| Instructor | academic year | 7 | $40,576 | 18 | $36,741 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 105 | $57,162 | 111 | $51,911 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Peach Belt Conference |
| Baseball | Peach Belt Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 52 | 76 | 128 |
| Basketball | 14 | 16 | 30 |
| Baseball | 24 | 0 | 24 |
| All Other Sports | 14 | 60 | 74 |
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Information Science/Studies
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Adult and Continuing Education and Teaching
Art Teacher Education
Curriculum and Instruction
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Education/Teaching Individuals - Specific Learning Disabilities
Education/Teaching Individuals - Speech or Language Impairments
Education/Teaching of Individuals with Emotional Disturbances
Elementary Education and Teaching
English/Language Arts Teacher Education
Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
Mathematics Teacher Education
Music Teacher Education
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education
Social Studies Teacher Education
Special Education and Teaching, General
LIBERAL ARTS
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
History, General
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Political Science and Government, General
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs, Other
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Health and Medical Administrative Services, Other
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
Dental Hygiene/Hygienist
Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist
MEDICINE
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
Public Health, General (MPH, DPH)
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Athletic Training/Trainer
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Physics, General
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Police Science
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Physical Therapy/Therapist
Psychology, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Armstrong Atlantic State Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 3% |  |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| % of degrees in security and law enforcement (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 13% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| % of degrees in education and teaching (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 18% | |
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers remedial adult education Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army, navy) Offers athletic scholarships NCAA athletic conference member
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