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Bryant University is a four-year, private university located in Smithfield, Rhode Island, United States. It was established in 1863 as a branch of Bryant and Stratton. Bryant became a non-profit institution in 1949. In 1969, it offered its first masters program. The campus is spread across an area of 420 acres. Bryant offers a wide variety of degrees and programs in diverse areas of study. It is organized into the following academic divisions:
Bryant University has an active Greek life. The university has several sororities and fraternities on campus. Their sports teams are known as the Bulldogs. The university's student-run newspaper is called "Archway." It also has a radio station called WJMF 88.7.
The main campus of Bryant is in Smithfield, RI (a rural site not far from an urban area). The school is a private, not-for-profit school. Bryant offers degrees up to the Post-Master's certificate.
The school students most commonly major in a field related to business and management and computer science and engineering.
Bryant does not accept everyone who applies. In 2007-2008, 44% of people who applied to the school were accepted. In 2007-2008, SAT verbal scores of half of students were 520 to 600. Three-fourths of students accepted in 2007-2008 had SAT math scores of 550 or more.
The school offers tenure to reward and retain some professors. Salaries for full-time faculty at Bryant are higher than most, allowing the school to afford quality teaching.
In 2007-2008, the school had 3,733 enrolled students.
Many students at Bryant live in campus housing. The school makes available a lot of student housing. Student athletes at Bryant belong to the Northeast 10 Conference for major sports.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Bryant is a student-centered university focused on academic excellence that prepares its students to achieve their personal best in life and their chosen professions through:
* Challenging academic programs offered by faculty members prominent in their fields,
* A culturally enriching campus life that encourages personal growth,
* Corporate and business experiences and affiliations,
* The integration of advanced technology into the curriculum, and
* The cultivation of a global perspective through course work and student-life activities.
BryantĘs Mission Statement is a product of the institutionĘs community-wide strategic planning effort, which is an ongoing process; thus the mission will be subject to periodic review and revision as needed."
More complete details are provided below.
Bryant University
1150 Douglas Pike
Smithfield, RI 02917-1284
General Phone: (401) 232-6000
http://www.bryant.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business and Management | 783 | business management, marketing, finance, accounting, international business, taxation, actuarial science, financial management, ... |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 49 | computer and info science, information technology, information science |
| Media | 34 | communication studies |
| Therapy and Counseling | 13 | psychology |
| Liberal Arts | 13 | sociology, history, English, economics, international studies, political science |
| Conservation and Resource Management | 0 | environmental science |
| Mathematics | 0 | statistics |
Number of programs and degrees for Bryant in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 724 | 20 |
| Master's degree | 167 | 9 |
| Post-master's certificate | 1 | 8 |
In 2007-2008, Bryant had a total enrollment of 3,733 students (3,560 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 57% |
| Women | 43% |
| Full-Time | 99% |
| Part-Time | 1% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 88% |
| Graduate | 12% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 82% |
| Black | 3% |
| Hispanic | 3% |
| Asian | 3% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 5% |
| (Foreign Students) | 3% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 2% |
| 18-19 | 42% |
| 20-21 | 38% |
| 22-24 | 8% |
| 25-29 | 5% |
| 30-34 | 2% |
| 35-39 | 2% |
| 40-49 | 2% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 40% |
| Connecticut | 17% |
| Rhode Island | 10% |
| New York | 8% |
| (International Students) | 6% |
| New Jersey | 5% |
| Maine | 4% |
| New Hampshire | 4% |
| Pennsylvania | 1% |
| Vermont | 1% |
| Texas | 1% |
| California | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 88 % |
Bryant offers campus housing for 2,972 of its 3,560 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Smithfield, Rhode Island for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Rhode Island Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 5,649 | 2,476 | 44% | 857 | 35% |
| Men | 3,372 | 1,409 | 42% | 487 | 35% |
| Women | 2,277 | 1,067 | 47% | 370 | 35% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 520 | 600 |
| SAT Math | 550 | 630 |
| SAT Writing | 520 | 600 |
| ACT Composite | 22 | 26 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 100% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 18% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 30,571 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 30,571 |
| Room and board | $ 11,475 |
| Room charge | $ 6,735 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 4,740 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,200 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,400 |
Financial Aid:
Bryant participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 340200)
Bryant has a tenure system for faculty.
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 | academic year | 33 | $129,460 | 14 | $116,739 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 33 | $107,645 | 17 | $100,408 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 18 | $84,259 | 12 | $83,438 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 20 | $59,986 | 14 | $52,789 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 104 | $101,354 | 57 | $89,151 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Northeast 10 Conference |
| Basketball | Northeast 10 Conference |
| Baseball | Northeast 10 Conference |
| Track | Northeast 10 Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 104 | 58 | 162 |
| Football | 60 | 0 | 60 |
| Basketball | 12 | 10 | 22 |
| Baseball | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| Track | 3 | 4 | 7 |
| All Other Sports | 19 | 44 | 63 |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
Actuarial Science
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Commerce, General
Finance and Financial Management Services, Other
Finance, General
International Business/Trade/Commerce
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Operations Management and Supervision
Taxation
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Information Science/Studies
Information Technology
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Science
LIBERAL ARTS
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
History, General
International/Global Studies
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
MATHEMATICS
Statistics, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Bryant Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% |  |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 15% | |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 17% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Student employment services Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army) Offers athletic scholarships NCAA athletic conference member
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