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Belmont Abbey is located in Belmont, North Carolina (a medium-sized suburb). The school is a Roman Catholic school. Belmont Abbey is a private, not-for-profit institution. The highest degree level offered by the school is the Bachelor's degree.
Belmont Abbey is known for its programs in business and management.
The school does not offer open admission. Three quarters of students in 2005 had SAT verbal scores of at least 460. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 460 and 560. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.
Belmont Abbey has a tenure system for senior faculty.
The school had 887 enrolled students in 2005.
Belmont Abbey has a residential or campus feel. The school offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. Belmont Abbey offers students meal plans. The school values student athletics, and belongs to the Carolinas-Virginia Athletic Conference. Belmont Abbey offers athletic financial aid to more of its students than do most colleges.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The mission of Belmont Abbey College is to educate undergraduate students from diverse religious, ethnic and cultural backgrounds in the liberal arts tradition as guided by the Catholic intellectual heritage and inspired by the 1500-year-old Benedictine monastic tradition. This heritage is sustained through fidelity to the Christian message as it comes to us through the Church. Such an education provides knowledge of traditional Judeo-Christian moral principles, and prepares students for responsible citizenship and a successful career. The College also provides preparation in professional studies to enable its students to face successfully the challenges of a changing society, and equip them in directing their own learning, throughout a lifetime. In addition, the College provides quality undergraduate programs for which there is a demand in the local areas served by the College. In keeping with its Benedictine spirit, the College also provides the local community with educational, religious, artistic and cultural benefits through its tradition of literature, theater, distinguished speakers, scholarly research, library access, athletic events and other outreach services."
More complete details are provided below.
Belmont Abbey College
100 Belmont-Mt Holly Road
Belmont, NC 28012-1802
General Phone: (704) 825-6700
Admissions Phone: (704) 825-6665
Financial Aid Phone: (704) 825-6718
http://www.belmontabbeycollege.edu
Belmont Abbey awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business And Management | 81 | business management, accounting, international business |
| Education And Teaching | 34 | education, elementary school teaching |
| Liberal Arts | 19 | history, political science, liberal arts and sciences, English, sociology, economics |
| Therapy And Counseling | 10 | psychology |
| Science | 8 | biology |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 7 | computer and info science |
| Religion And Philosophy | 6 | theology, philosophy |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 4 | recreational therapy |
Number of programs and degrees for Belmont Abbey in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 169 | 17 |
In 2005, Belmont Abbey had a total enrollment of 887 students (833 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 51% |
| Women | 49% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 76% |
| Black | 12% |
| Hispanic | 3% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Other Races | 4% |
| (Foreign Students) | 4% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| North Carolina | 44% |
| South Carolina | 9% |
| Georgia | 8% |
| Florida | 6% |
| Foreign countries | 5% |
| Vermont | 4% |
| New York | 4% |
| Maryland | 3% |
| Tennessee | 3% |
| Massachusetts | 2% |
| Pennsylvania | 2% |
| Arizona | 2% |
| Illinois | 1% |
| Oregon | 1% |
| Alabama | 1% |
| Mississippi | 1% |
| District of Columbia | 1% |
| South Dakota | 1% |
| Maine | 1% |
| California | 1% |
| Colorado | 1% |
| New Jersey | 1% |
| Iowa | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 53 % |
Belmont Abbey offers campus housing for 595 of its 833 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Belmont, North Carolina for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other North Carolina Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 19 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 901 | 691 | 77% | 214 | 31% |
| Men | 441 | 326 | 74% | 110 | 34% |
| Women | 460 | 355 | 77% | 104 | 29% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 460 | 570 |
| SAT Math | 460 | 560 |
| ACT Verbal | 18 | 23 |
| ACT Math | 18 | 24 |
| ACT Composite | 18 | 23 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 84% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 22% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Admissions Phone Number: (704) 825-6665
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 16,726 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 16,726 |
| Room and board | $ 8,588 |
| Room charge | $ 4,830 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,758 |
| Books and supplies | $ 900 |
| Other expenses | $ 3,700 |
Financial Aid:
Belmont Abbey participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 291000)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (704) 825-6718
Belmont Abbey has a tenure system for faculty.
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 | academic year | 8 | $55,000 | 1 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 12 | $50,000 | 9 | $45,000 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 5 | $9,931 | 3 | $43,000 |
| Instructor | academic year | 0 | * | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 25 | $43,586 | 15 | $41,075 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences (2005):
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Carolinas-Virginia Athletic Conference |
| Baseball | Carolinas-Virginia Athletic Conference |
| Track | Carolinas-Virginia Athletic Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2004):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 50 | 55 | 105 |
| Basketball | 8 | 12 | 20 |
| Track | 6 | 10 | 16 |
| Baseball | 11 | 0 | 11 |
| All Other Sports | 25 | 33 | 58 |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
International Business/Trade/Commerce
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Education, General
Elementary Education and Teaching
LIBERAL ARTS
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
History, General
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Therapeutic Recreation/Recreational Therapy
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
Theology/Theological Studies
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Belmont Abbey Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% |  |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| % of students from other states (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| % students on athletic fin. aid (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 13% | |
Notable:
Roman Catholic affiliation Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career placement services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers campus housing Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching Offers athletic scholarships NCAA athletic conference member
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