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Beacon is found in Columbus, Georgia. Columbus is a medium-sized city. Applicants to the school are attracted by its Interdenominational identity. Beacon is a private, not-for-profit institution. Students can earn degrees up to and including the Doctoral degree at the school.
Beacon is known for its programs in religion and philosophy.
Admission to the school is not automatic; not everyone who applies gets in. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.
Students numbered 248 in 2005 at the school. Beacon has a large minority student population.
A lot of students at the school attend part-time.
More complete details are provided below.
Beacon University
6003 Veterans Parkway
Columbus, GA 31909-4663
http://beacon.edu
Beacon awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Religion And Philosophy | 20 | bible studies, pastoral counseling |
| Therapy And Counseling | 2 | psychology |
| Business And Management | 0 | business management |
Number of programs and degrees for Beacon in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 14 | 3 |
| Master's degree | 7 | 3 |
| Associate's degree | 1 | 1 |
| Doctor's degree | 0 | 1 |
In 2005, Beacon had a total enrollment of 248 students (176 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 51% |
| Women | 49% |
| Full-Time | 21% |
| Part-Time | 79% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 63% |
| Graduate | 37% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 40% |
| Black | 53% |
| Hispanic | 3% |
| Asian | 2% |
| Other Races | 2% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Louisiana | 50% |
| Georgia | 50% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 47 % |
| Part-Time | 51 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Columbus, Georgia for details about the area surrounding the campus.)
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 92 | 90 | 98% | 90 | 100% |
| Men | 48 | 46 | 96% | 46 | 100% |
| Women | 44 | 44 | 100% | 44 | 100% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| 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 | recommended |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 6,120 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 6,120 |
| Books and supplies | $ 638 |
Financial Aid:
Beacon participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3251300)
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 | 2 | * | 0 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 4 | $4,711 | 0 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 7 | $9,119 | 1 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration and Management, General
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Bible/Biblical Studies
Pastoral Studies/Counseling
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Beacon 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 students from other states (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 10% | |
| Minority % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in religion and philosophy (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
Notable:
Interdenominational affiliation Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Remedial classes for students Offers part-time study On-campus library
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