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Atlanta Metropolitan is located in Atlanta, Georgia (a large city). The school is a public institution. The highest degree level offered by Atlanta Metropolitan is the Associate's degree.
The school is known for its programs in liberal arts.
Atlanta Metropolitan does not offer open admission. Three quarters of students in 2005 had SAT verbal scores of at least 370. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 360 and 420. 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.
Atlanta Metropolitan had 1,748 enrolled students in 2005. 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 Pky SW
Atlanta, GA 30310-4498
General Phone: (404) 756-4000
Admissions Phone: (404) 756-4004
Financial Aid Phone: (404) 756-4002
http://www.atlm.peachnet.edu
Atlanta Metropolitan awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 157 | liberal arts and sciences |
| Business And Management | 6 | accounting technology, MIS, business management |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 2 | parks and recreation studies |
| Mechanics And Repair | 2 | aircraft powerplant tech, electrical installation and repair |
| Family And Social Work | 2 | child care management |
| Office And Administration | 1 | general office occupations |
| Education And Teaching | 1 | teacher aide |
| Engineering Technician | 1 | drafting |
| Medical Assistant And Technician | 1 | medical lab tech |
Number of programs and degrees for Atlanta Metropolitan in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 173 | 12 |
In 2005, Atlanta Metropolitan had a total enrollment of 1,748 students (1,163 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 47% |
| Women | 53% |
| Full-Time | 67% |
| Part-Time | 33% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 1% |
| Black | 94% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| (Foreign Students) | 3% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Georgia | 81% |
| Foreign countries | 11% |
| California | 1% |
| Wisconsin | 1% |
| Florida | 1% |
| Alabama | 1% |
| Pennsylvania | 1% |
| New York | 1% |
| South Carolina | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 63 % |
| Part-Time | 43 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(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 | 1,309 | 768 | 59% | 278 | 36% |
| Men | 549 | 313 | 57% | 131 | 42% |
| Women | 760 | 455 | 60% | 147 | 32% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 370 | 440 |
| SAT Math | 360 | 420 |
| ACT Verbal | 13 | 18 |
| ACT Math | 15 | 17 |
| ACT Composite | 15 | 17 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | recommended |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 59% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 10% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Admissions Phone Number: (404) 756-4004
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 1,772 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 6,396 |
| Books and supplies | $ 500 |
Financial Aid:
Atlanta Metropolitan participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 1216500)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (404) 756-4002
Atlanta Metropolitan has a tenure system for faculty.
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 | 0 | * | 3 | $85,923 |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 1 | * | 4 | $85,662 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 2 | * | 1 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 9 | $51,660 | 7 | $47,539 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 10 | $42,974 | 10 | $43,144 |
| Instructor | academic year | 3 | $41,376 | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 24 | $47,118 | 18 | $45,827 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2004):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 10 | 10 | 20 |
| Basketball | 10 | 10 | 20 |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
Business Administration and Management, General
Management Information Systems, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Teacher Assistant/Aide
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Child Care and Support Services Management
LIBERAL ARTS
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Aircraft Powerplant Technology/Technician
Electrical/Electronics Equipment Installation and Repair, General
MEDICAL ASSISTANT AND TECHNICIAN
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
General Office Occupations and Clerical Services
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Atlanta Metropolitan Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% |  |
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 9% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| % of students from other states (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 12% | |
| Number of degree programs (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 14% | |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Career placement services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Tenure system for quality teaching Offers athletic scholarships
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