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Atlanta Christian can be found in East Point, Georgia (a large suburb). One of the defining characteristics of the school is its status as a Christian Churches and Churches of Christ school. Atlanta Christian is a private, not-for-profit institution. The Bachelor's degree is the highest degree at the school.
The most common majors at Atlanta Christian are in music.
The school does not have an open admissions system. Not everyone who applies is accepted. Atlanta Christian turned down 81% of potential students in 2005. Only 25% of students scored 450 or lower in 2005 on the verbal SAT test. Math SAT scores at the school centered around 430 to 540, but ranged both higher and lower.
In 2005, 451 students were enrolled in Atlanta Christian.
The school has a residential or campus feel. Student dorms or apartments are common at Atlanta Christian.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Atlanta Christian College exists to educate men and women for service in the church and society to the glory of God."
More complete details are provided below.
Atlanta Christian College
2605 Ben Hill Rd
East Point, GA 30344
General Phone: (404) 761-8861
Admissions Phone: (404) 761-8861
Financial Aid Phone: (404) 761-8861
http://www.acc.edu
Atlanta Christian awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 26 | social services, humanities |
| Religion And Philosophy | 13 | bible studies, theology |
| Business And Management | 8 | business management |
| Music | 7 | music performance |
| Education And Teaching | 7 | early childhood education |
Number of programs and degrees for Atlanta Christian in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 59 | 7 |
| Associate's degree | 2 | 1 |
In 2005, Atlanta Christian had a total enrollment of 451 students (407 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 61% |
| Women | 39% |
| Full-Time | 98% |
| Part-Time | 2% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 75% |
| Black | 21% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Other Races | 0% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Georgia | 92% |
| Florida | 3% |
| Alabama | 1% |
| Wisconsin | 1% |
| Tennessee | 1% |
| South Carolina | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 52 % |
| Part-Time | 33 % |
Atlanta Christian offers campus housing for 283 of its 407 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of East Point, 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 | 524 | 99 | 19% | 99 | 100% |
| Men | 273 | 60 | 22% | 60 | 100% |
| Women | 251 | 39 | 16% | 39 | 100% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 450 | 540 |
| SAT Math | 430 | 540 |
| ACT Verbal | 16 | 20 |
| ACT Math | 16 | 22 |
| ACT Composite | 17 | 22 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 85% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 33% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Admissions Phone Number: (404) 761-8861
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 12,380 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 12,380 |
| Room and board | $ 4,800 |
| Books and supplies | $ 700 |
| Other expenses | $ 4,780 |
Financial Aid:
Atlanta Christian participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 154700)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (404) 761-8861
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 | 9 | $60,657 | 2 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 2 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 2 | * | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 12 | $55,487 | 4 | $55,391 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration and Management, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
LIBERAL ARTS
Humanities/Humanistic Studies
Social Sciences, General
MUSIC
Music Performance, General
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Bible/Biblical Studies
Theology/Theological Studies
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Atlanta Christian Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| % of degrees in music (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (colleges not offering open-admission) | Top 14% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
Notable:
Christian Churches and Churches of Christ affiliation Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Career placement services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers campus housing Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing
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