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Campbellsville University, also known as CU, was established in 1906. It is a private four-year college and is located in Campbellsville, Kentucky. The campus of the university is spread across an area of 80 acres. The institution provides associate's, bachelor's, and master's degrees in diverse fields of study. A number of pre-professional programs are also offered. Programs in continuing education and adult education are also available in CU. The university is organized in the following academic divisions:
CU sponsors more than 15 athletic teams. The university teams are nicknamed as the Tigers. The tigers compete in the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics and participate in sports activities including volleyball, tennis, softball, baseball, and basketball.
Campbellsville, KY is home to Campbellsville. Campbellsville is a self-contained town. Students select the school partly because it is a Southern Baptist school. Campbellsville is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degrees at the school go up to the Master's degree.
The range of program offerings available from Campbellsville is especially impressive compared to its number of students. Students commonly pursue studies in mathematics, music, and education and teaching.
Prospective students are advised that admissions are not open to all; the school selects from among qualified applicants. Three quarters of students in 2007-2008 had SAT verbal scores of at least 410. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 400 and 600.
Campbellsville has a tenure system for senior faculty.
The school has 2,560 enrolled students (as of 2007-2008).
Campbellsville offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. The school offers students meal plans. Campbellsville values student athletics, and belongs to the Mid-South Conference. The school offers athletic financial aid to more of its students than do most colleges.
More complete details are provided below.
Campbellsville University
1 University Dr
Campbellsville, KY 42718-2799
http://www.campbellsville.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Education and Teaching | 172 | special ed, elementary school teaching, music teaching, curriculum and instruction, physical education teaching, middle school teaching |
| Business and Management | 67 | business, organizational behavior, business management, marketing, accounting |
| Religion and Philosophy | 43 | theology, religious education, bible studies, religious music, theology and religious vocations |
| Therapy and Counseling | 26 | psychology, counseling psychology |
| Family and Social Work | 24 | social work, child care provider |
| Liberal Arts | 22 | social services, English, sociology, political science, history |
| Music | 21 | music, music performance |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 21 | registered nursing |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 15 | criminal justice and administration, criminal justice and safety |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 10 | exercise science |
| Science | 9 | biology, chemistry |
| Mathematics | 6 | mathematics |
| Media | 6 | organizational communications, journalism |
| Fine Arts | 3 | fine arts |
| Medical Administration | 2 | public health education |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 2 | drama |
| Office and Administration | 1 | office management |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 1 | computer and info science |
Number of programs and degrees for Campbellsville in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 220 | 31 |
| Master's degree | 196 | 9 |
| Associate's degree | 35 | 7 |
In 2007-2008, Campbellsville had a total enrollment of 2,560 students (2,145 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 56% |
| Women | 44% |
| Full-Time | 99% |
| Part-Time | 1% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 82% |
| Graduate | 18% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 82% |
| Black | 7% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 3% |
| (Foreign Students) | 7% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 31% |
| 18-19 | 21% |
| 20-21 | 15% |
| 22-24 | 8% |
| 25-29 | 9% |
| 30-34 | 5% |
| 35-39 | 4% |
| 40-49 | 6% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Kentucky | 80% |
| Tennessee | 5% |
| (International Students) | 4% |
| Ohio | 3% |
| Florida | 2% |
| Alabama | 1% |
| Indiana | 1% |
| Georgia | 1% |
| Illinois | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 71 % |
| Part-Time | 45 % |
Campbellsville offers campus housing for 852 of its 2,145 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Campbellsville, Kentucky for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Kentucky Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 20 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1,757 | 1,227 | 70% | 448 | 37% |
| Men | 972 | 680 | 70% | 252 | 37% |
| Women | 785 | 547 | 70% | 196 | 36% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 410 | 540 |
| SAT Math | 400 | 600 |
| SAT Writing | 380 | 550 |
| ACT Verbal | 16 | 23 |
| ACT Math | 16 | 23 |
| ACT Composite | 16 | 23 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | recommended |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 8% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 77% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 18,100 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 18,100 |
| Room and board | $ 6,410 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,900 |
Financial Aid:
Campbellsville participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 195900)
Campbellsville 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 | calendar year | 2 | * | 3 | $74,333 |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 2 | * | 4 | $73,500 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 16 | $53,660 | 6 | $48,776 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 15 | $51,051 | 7 | $42,474 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 15 | $43,564 | 23 | $43,218 |
| Instructor | academic year | 6 | $35,149 | 11 | $39,606 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 52 | $47,859 | 47 | $42,972 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Mid-South Conference |
| Basketball | Mid-South Conference |
| Baseball | Mid-South Conference |
| Track | Mid-South Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 233 | 85 | 318 |
| Football | 85 | 0 | 85 |
| Baseball | 41 | 0 | 41 |
| Basketball | 23 | 10 | 33 |
| Track | 16 | 15 | 31 |
| All Other Sports | 68 | 60 | 128 |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Commerce, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Organizational Behavior Studies
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Curriculum and Instruction
Elementary Education and Teaching
Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
Music Teacher Education
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Special Education and Teaching, General
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Child Care Provider/Assistant
Social Work
FINE ARTS
Fine/Studio Arts, General
LIBERAL ARTS
English Language and Literature, General
History, General
Political Science and Government, General
Social Sciences, General
Sociology
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Journalism
Organizational Communication, General
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Public Health Education and Promotion
MUSIC
Music Performance, General
Music, General
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Office Management and Supervision
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Bible/Biblical Studies
Religious Education
Religious/Sacred Music
Theology and Religious Vocations, Other
Theology/Theological Studies
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Counseling Psychology
Psychology, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Campbellsville Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in music (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% |  |
| % of degrees in religion and philosophy (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 7% | |
| % of degrees in education and teaching (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| % students on athletic fin. aid (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| % of degrees in mathematics (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
Notable:
Southern Baptist affiliation Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army) Offers athletic scholarships
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