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Atlanta Metropolitan is located in Atlanta, GA (a large city). The school is a public institution. The highest degree level offered by Atlanta Metropolitan is the Associate's degree.
The school has a tighter focus on specific areas of study than most colleges its size. Atlanta Metropolitan is known for its programs in liberal arts.
The school does not offer open admission. Atlanta Metropolitan admitted just 42% of applicants in 2007-2008.
The school has a tenure system for senior faculty.
Atlanta Metropolitan had 1,882 enrolled students in 2007-2008. The school has a large minority student population.
A lot of students at Atlanta Metropolitan attend part-time.
More complete details are provided below.
Atlanta Metropolitan College
1630 Metropolitan Parkway, SW
Atlanta, GA 30310-4498
General Phone: (404) 756-4000
http://www.atlm.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 187 | liberal arts and sciences |
| Education and Teaching | 1 | teacher aide |
| Engineering Technician | 1 | drafting |
Number of programs and degrees for Atlanta Metropolitan in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 189 | 3 |
In 2007-2008, Atlanta Metropolitan had a total enrollment of 1,882 students (1,610 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 38% |
| Women | 62% |
| Full-Time | 68% |
| Part-Time | 32% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 1% |
| Black | 95% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| (Foreign Students) | 2% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 19% |
| 20-21 | 21% |
| 22-24 | 18% |
| 25-29 | 14% |
| 30-34 | 9% |
| 35-39 | 8% |
| 40-49 | 7% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 48 % |
| Part-Time | 46 % |
Atlanta Metropolitan offers campus housing for 12 of its 1,610 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Atlanta, 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 | 2,022 | 843 | 42% | 537 | 64% |
| Men | 722 | 314 | 43% | 206 | 66% |
| Women | 1,300 | 529 | 41% | 331 | 63% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | not required |
| 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 | $ 2,148 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 7,650 |
| Room and board | $ 2,000 |
| Room charge | $ 12,012 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 2,000 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,300 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,404 |
Financial Aid:
Atlanta Metropolitan participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 1216500)
Atlanta Metropolitan has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 11 | 12 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 8 | 4 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 8 | 4 |
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 | 2 | * | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 2 | * | 2 | * |
*: 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 | 1 | * | 3 | $58,053 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 9 | $57,797 | 5 | $49,908 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 11 | $46,782 | 8 | $43,373 |
| Instructor | academic year | 4 | $41,783 | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 25 | $50,607 | 18 | $47,823 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 6 | 6 | 12 |
| Basketball | 6 | 6 | 12 |
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Teacher Assistant/Aide
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Atlanta Metropolitan Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 14% | |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | |
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 Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching Offers athletic scholarships
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