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Bryn Athyn is located in Bryn Athyn, Pennsylvania (a large suburb). The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. The highest degree level offered by Bryn Athyn is the Master's degree.
The school is known for its programs in liberal arts.
Bryn Athyn 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 470 and 610. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.
The school maintains a faculty/student ratio (full-time) which is better than most colleges. Bryn Athyn has a tenure system for senior faculty.
The school had 160 enrolled students in 2005.
Full-time students are the norm at Bryn Athyn. The school has a residential or campus feel. Bryn Athyn offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. The school offers students meal plans.
More complete details are provided below.
Bryn Athyn College Of The New Church
801 Tomlinson Rd
Bryn Athyn, PA 19009-0717
General Phone: (267) 502-2543
Admissions Phone: (267) 502-2511
Financial Aid Phone: (267) 502-2630
http://www.brynathyn.edu
Bryn Athyn awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 31 | liberal arts and sciences, interdisciplinary studies, history, English |
| Religion And Philosophy | 4 | ministry, religious studies, religion |
| Education And Teaching | 3 | elementary school teaching |
| Science | 2 | biology |
Number of programs and degrees for Bryn Athyn in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 20 | 6 |
| Associate's degree | 17 | 1 |
| First-professional degree | 2 | 1 |
| Master's degree | 1 | 1 |
In 2005, Bryn Athyn had a total enrollment of 160 students (151 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 31% |
| Women | 69% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 88% |
| Graduate | 4% |
| First Professional | 7% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 79% |
| Black | 1% |
| Other Races | 1% |
| (Foreign Students) | 19% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 61% |
| Florida | 7% |
| Michigan | 5% |
| Illinois | 5% |
| Foreign countries | 3% |
| Massachusetts | 3% |
| Maryland | 3% |
| Colorado | 3% |
| Georgia | 2% |
| California | 2% |
| Vermont | 2% |
| Arizona | 2% |
| West Virginia | 2% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 94 % |
| Part-Time | 100 % |
Bryn Athyn offers campus housing for 98 of its 151 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Bryn Athyn, Pennsylvania for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Pennsylvania Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 21 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 52 | 50 | 96% | 45 | 90% |
| Men | 18 | 16 | 89% | 14 | 88% |
| Women | 34 | 34 | 100% | 31 | 91% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 460 | 660 |
| SAT Math | 470 | 610 |
| ACT Verbal | 26 | 34 |
| ACT Math | 24 | 28 |
| ACT Composite | 22 | 29 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 94% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 10% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Admissions Phone Number: (267) 502-2511
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 9,639 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 9,639 |
| Room and board | $ 5,360 |
| Books and supplies | $ 850 |
| Other expenses | $ 700 |
Financial Aid:
Bryn Athyn participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 322800)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (267) 502-2630
Bryn Athyn 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 2 | * | 1 | * |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 4 | $53,780 | 6 | $54,764 |
| Instructor | academic year | 2 | * | 2 | * |
| Lecturer | academic year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 9 | $48,523 | 11 | $51,386 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Elementary Education and Teaching
LIBERAL ARTS
English Language and Literature, General
History, General
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Divinity/Ministry (BD, MDiv)
Religion/Religious Studies
Religion/Religious Studies, Other
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Bryn Athyn Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% |  |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 8% | |
| % of students from other states (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Student employment services 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
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