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Beacon is found in Columbus, GA. 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 204 in 2007 at the school. Beacon has a large minority student population. A large number of students at the school are 40 years old or older.
A lot of students at Beacon attend part-time.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"To equip and motivate today's servant leaders to live lives of personal fulfillment and be successful and productive in community, national, and world servant-leadership venues. To provide undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs in residential and external formats, for aspiring servant leaders in pivotal professions. To serve the broader regional, national, and world community through continuing education outreach and local community training programs."
More complete details are provided below.
Beacon University
6003 Veterans Parkway
Columbus, GA 31909-4663
http://beacon.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Religion And Philosophy | 42 | theological and ministerial studies, bible studies, ministry, pastoral counseling |
| Business And Management | 7 | business and related services |
| Therapy And Counseling | 0 | psychology |
Number of programs and degrees for Beacon in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Master's degree | 28 | 4 |
| Bachelor's degree | 11 | 3 |
| Doctor's degree | 7 | 1 |
| First-professional degree | 3 | 1 |
| Associate's degree | 0 | 1 |
In 2007, Beacon had a total enrollment of 204 students (147 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 62% |
| Women | 38% |
| Full-Time | 31% |
| Part-Time | 69% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 55% |
| Graduate | 29% |
| First Professional | 15% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 38% |
| Black | 56% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 1% |
| (Foreign Students) | 2% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 2% |
| 20-21 | 2% |
| 22-24 | 8% |
| 25-29 | 12% |
| 30-34 | 14% |
| 35-39 | 10% |
| 40-49 | 25% |
| 50-64 | 25% |
| 65+ | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 27 % |
| Part-Time | 21 % |
Beacon offers campus housing for 8 of its 147 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Columbus, 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 | 32 | 32 | 100% | 32 | 100% |
| Men | 20 | 20 | 100% | 20 | 100% |
| Women | 12 | 12 | 100% | 12 | 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) | recommended |
| Other Standardized Tests | recommended |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 7,762 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 7,762 |
| Room and board | $ 3,600 |
| Room charge | $ 4,500 |
| Books and supplies | $ 600 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,131 |
Financial Aid:
Beacon participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3251300)
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business, Management, Marketing & Related Support Services, Other
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Bible/Biblical Studies
Divinity/Ministry (BD, MDiv)
Pastoral Studies/Counseling
Theological and Ministerial Studies, Other
(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% |  |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 13% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| Minority % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in religion and philosophy (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 Offers campus housing
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