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Beacon is located in a small suburb, in Leesburg, Florida. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degree levels at Beacon top out at the Bachelor's degree.
Students at the school often study family and social work and liberal arts.
The admissions department at Beacon does not accept all those who apply. It's not unusual for students to find their classmates include those from other parts of the country.
Students at Beacon benefit from the low student/teacher ratio.
The school offers classes to 99 students (99 full-time equivalent).
Beacon has a residential or campus feel. Many students live in housing on or near campus. Beacon does offer meal plans to students.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The mission of Beacon College is to offer academic degree programs to students with learning disabilities."
More complete details are provided below.
Beacon College
105 E Main St
Leesburg, FL 34748
General Phone: (352) 787-7660
Admissions Phone: (352) 315-9269
Financial Aid Phone: (352) 787-7660
http://www.beaconcollege.edu
Beacon awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 21 | liberal arts and sciences |
| Family And Social Work | 9 | human services |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 0 | computer and info science |
Number of programs and degrees for Beacon in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 16 | 3 |
| Associate's degree | 14 | 3 |
In 2005, Beacon had a total enrollment of 99 students (99 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 50% |
| Women | 50% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 81% |
| Black | 12% |
| Hispanic | 3% |
| Asian | 1% |
| Other Races | 2% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 21% |
| 20-21 | 31% |
| 22-24 | 40% |
| 25-29 | 7% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Florida | 21% |
| New Jersey | 16% |
| Georgia | 11% |
| North Carolina | 11% |
| New Hampshire | 5% |
| Foreign countries | 5% |
| Minnesota | 5% |
| Maryland | 5% |
| Missouri | 5% |
| Vermont | 5% |
| Connecticut | 5% |
| Colorado | 5% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 93 % |
Beacon offers campus housing for 135 of its 99 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Leesburg, Florida for details about the area surrounding the campus.)
The school offers students a meal plan with 16 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 59 | 34 | 58% | 20 | 59% |
| Men | 33 | 21 | 64% | 10 | 48% |
| Women | 26 | 13 | 50% | 10 | 77% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | recommended |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | not required |
| Other Standardized Tests | required |
Admissions Phone Number: (352) 315-9269
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 22,800 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 22,800 |
| Room and board | $ 6,860 |
| Room charge | $ 4,000 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 2,860 |
| Books and supplies | $ 600 |
| Other expenses | $ 3,765 |
Financial Aid:
Beacon participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3373300)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (352) 787-7660
Tenure Status of Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 5 | 4 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No academic rank | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
*: 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No academic rank | academic year | 4 | $38,212 | 4 | $36,470 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 4 | $38,212 | 4 | $36,470 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Beacon Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| % of degrees in family and social work (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | |
| % of students from other states (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
Notable:
Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Career placement services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers campus housing On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan
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