Averett University Non Traditional Programs is in Danville, VA. Danville is a small city. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Averett University Non Traditional Programs issues awards (degrees) up to the level of Master's degree.
Fields of study in vogue at the school include business and management.
Not all applicants to Averett University Non Traditional Programs are accepted.
The most successful professors at the school are given tenure, encouraging them to stay with the school for a long time.
Approximately 1,677 students study at Averett University Non Traditional Programs (in 2007-2008). Many of the students at the school are in their forties, or even older.
Part-time study is common at Averett University Non Traditional Programs.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Mission Statement
Averett University, founded in 1859, offers courses of study leading to bachelor's and master's degrees in Danville and at regional centers in Virginia. Through personal attention for all students, Averett prepares them for successful lives by encouraging them, in the liberal arts tradition, to ask and answer important questions, form and defend judgments, and evaluate diverse views thoughtfully. In accordance with our Christian heritage, we value academic and religious freedom, spiritual growth, academic excellence, diversity, and tolerance."
More complete details are provided below.
Averett University Non Traditional Programs
420 W Main St
Danville, VA 24541
General Phone: (800) 448-5233
http://www.averett.edu/working-professionals/index.html
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business and Management | 485 | business management, management science, accounting |
| Education and Teaching | 90 | curriculum and instruction |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 4 | criminal justice and administration |
| Liberal Arts | 4 | sociology, liberal arts and sciences |
| Transportation | 2 | air transportation, aviation operations |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 0 | information science |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 0 | sports and fitness management |
Number of programs and degrees for Averett University Non Traditional Programs in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Master's degree | 315 | 2 |
| Bachelor's degree | 259 | 10 |
| Associate's degree | 11 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Averett University Non Traditional Programs had a total enrollment of 1,677 students (1,226 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 0% |
| Women | 100% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 62% |
| Graduate | 38% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 54% |
| Black | 41% |
| Hispanic | 3% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 0% |
| 20-21 | 1% |
| 22-24 | 5% |
| 25-29 | 19% |
| 30-34 | 16% |
| 35-39 | 19% |
| 40-49 | 28% |
| 50-64 | 10% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Virginia | 100% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Part-Time | 50 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Danville, Virginia for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Virginia Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 2 | 1 | 50% | 1 | 100% |
| Women | 2 | 1 | 50% | 1 | 100% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | recommended |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | 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 |
| Years of College Work Before Admittance | recommended |
Financial Aid:
Averett University Non Traditional Programs participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 003702A1)
Averett University Non Traditional Programs has a tenure system for faculty.
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 | * | 0 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 4 | $60,575 | 0 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 7 | $59,536 | 1 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Management Science, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Information Science/Studies
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Curriculum and Instruction
LIBERAL ARTS
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Sociology
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
TRANSPORTATION
Air Transportation, Other
Aviation/Airway Management and Operations
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Averett University Non Traditional Programs Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | ![]() ![]() |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | ![]() ![]() |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 16% | ![]() |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits
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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