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Beacon is located in a small suburb, in Leesburg, FL. 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.
Students at the school benefit from the low student/teacher ratio.
Beacon offers classes to 117 students (127 full-time equivalent).
The school has a residential or campus feel. Many students live in housing on or near campus. The school 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
http://www.beaconcollege.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 11 | liberal arts and sciences |
| Family and Social Work | 11 | human services |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 6 | computer and info science |
Number of programs and degrees for Beacon in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 25 | 3 |
| Associate's degree | 3 | 3 |
In 2007-2008, Beacon had a total enrollment of 117 students (127 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 69% |
| Women | 31% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 21% |
| 20-21 | 33% |
| 22-24 | 26% |
| 25-29 | 16% |
| 30-34 | 1% |
| 35-39 | 1% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Florida | 35% |
| Maryland | 12% |
| Georgia | 12% |
| Michigan | 6% |
| Illinois | 6% |
| Rhode Island | 6% |
| Minnesota | 6% |
| Pennsylvania | 6% |
| New York | 6% |
| New Jersey | 6% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 82 % |
Beacon offers campus housing for 120 of its 127 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Leesburg, Florida for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Florida Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 16 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 80 | 54 | 68% | 35 | 65% |
| Men | 41 | 28 | 68% | 24 | 86% |
| Women | 39 | 26 | 67% | 11 | 42% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | recommended |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 27,500 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 27,500 |
| Room and board | $ 8,000 |
| Room charge | $ 5,000 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,000 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
| Other expenses | $ 4,165 |
Financial Aid:
Beacon participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3373300)
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 | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 2 | * | 1 | * |
*: 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 | $47,457 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 2 | * | 3 | $48,215 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 0 | * | 3 | $39,913 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 3 | $52,681 | 9 | $45,195 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
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What Sets Beacon Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in family and social work (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
Notable:
Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan
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