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Athens State University, also referred to as ASU, is situated in Athens, Alabama, United States. It was founded in the year 1822 and originally called Athens Female Academy. ASU became a university in 1998. Students can choose from various areas of study including accounting, elementary education, biology, mathematics, and religion. Online degree programs are also available for outstation students. ASU is organized into three degree-granting colleges, which are:
The official mascot of ASU’s sports teams is the Bear. Students participate in sports such as table tennis and volleyball. ASU is home to many student clubs and organizations including the Art Club, Math and Computer Science Club, and Accounting Club.
Athens State is found in Athens, AL. Athens is a town not far from a more urbanized area. The school is a public institution. Students can earn degrees up to and including the Bachelor's degree at Athens State.
The school is known for its programs in mathematics, business and management, and education and teaching.
Admission to Athens State is not automatic; not everyone who applies gets in.
The school has a tenure system for senior faculty. The full-time faculty at Athens State is well-paid, which often goes with faculty quality.
Students numbered 3,072 in 2007-2008 at the school. A large number of students at Athens State are 40 years old or older.
More complete details are provided below.
Athens State University
300 N Beaty St
Athens, AL 35611
General Phone: (256) 233-8100
http://www.athens.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Education And Teaching | 253 | elementary school teaching, physical education teaching, special ed, kindergarten/preschool teaching, trade and industrial teaching |
| Business And Management | 253 | business management, accounting, business and related services, human resources |
| Liberal Arts | 114 | interdisciplinary studies, English, liberal arts and sciences, social services, history, sociology, political science |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 29 | criminal justice and safety, fire protection tech |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 23 | computer and info science |
| Science | 22 | biology, physics, chemistry |
| Therapy And Counseling | 21 | psychology |
| Mathematics | 21 | mathematics |
| Art Studies | 6 | art studies |
| Religion And Philosophy | 6 | religion |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 4 | sports and fitness management |
| Engineering Technician | 2 | electromechanical instrument tech |
| Medicine | 2 | health professions |
Number of programs and degrees for Athens State in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 756 | 29 |
In 2007-2008, Athens State had a total enrollment of 3,072 students (2,563 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 81% |
| Black | 12% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 3% |
| Unknown | 2% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 0% |
| 20-21 | 9% |
| 22-24 | 23% |
| 25-29 | 21% |
| 30-34 | 14% |
| 35-39 | 12% |
| 40-49 | 16% |
| 50-64 | 5% |
| 65+ | 0% |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Athens, 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.
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Years of College Work Before Admittance | recommended |
Financial Aid:
Athens State participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 100800)
Athens State has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 33 | 29 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 13 | 8 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 3 | $101,906 | 0 | * |
| Instructor | calendar year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 4 | $81,680 | 1 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 16 | $84,049 | 2 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 5 | $72,532 | 15 | $71,913 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 19 | $56,639 | 17 | $61,474 |
| Instructor | academic year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| No academic rank | academic year | 2 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 42 | $69,357 | 36 | $67,178 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Business, Management, Marketing & Related Support Services, Other
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Elementary Education and Teaching
Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Special Education and Teaching, General
Trade and Industrial Teacher Education
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Electromechanical Instrumentation/Maintenance Techs, Other
LIBERAL ARTS
English Language and Literature, General
History, General
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Political Science and Government, General
Social Sciences, General
Sociology
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDICINE
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Religion/Religious Studies
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Physics, General
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
Fire Protection and Safety Technology/Technician
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Athens State Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in mathematics (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% |  |
| Number of students (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 9% | |
| % of degrees in education and teaching (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 18% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Student employment services Offers part-time study On-campus library Tenure system for quality teaching
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