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Established in 1851 by the North Carolina Classis of Reformed Church in the United States, Catawba College served as the Catawba High School during the Civil War years. In 1885, it resumed operations under the name Catawba College. This coeducational liberal arts institute is located in Salisbury, North Carolina.
Catawba College offers a number of undergraduate and graduate degree programs in the fields of business administration, education, environmental science, history, music, languages, psychology, and theater arts, among others. The courses are offered through the following academic centers:
The sports teams of Catawba College are nicknamed the Catawba Indians. They are members of the NCAA Division II South Atlantic Conference, and compete in sports including baseball, basketball, football, golf, lacrosse, cross country, swimming, soccer, softball, tennis, and volleyball.
Catawba is in a town not far from a more urbanized area, in Salisbury, NC. The school has a United Church of Christ religious affiliation. Catawba is classified as a private, not-for-profit college. Students at the school earn degrees up to the Master's degree.
There are more programs of study at Catawba than you'll find at most colleges of similar size. The most common major fields study at the school include mathematics, music, drama and performing arts, business and management, nutrition and exercise therapy, and conservation and resource management.
Catawba does not admit all applicants. The middle range of verbal SAT scores in 2007 was 450 to 510 for students at the school. While math SAT scores among applicants varied, those accepted commonly had scores between 470 and 580.
Some professors at Catawba are awarded tenure, allowing the school to retain good faculty members.
The school, in 2007, had 1,323 students (1,262 full-time equivalent).
Most students at Catawba attend full-time. Dorm living is common. Catawba makes available student meal plans. Athletic teams at the school belong to the South Atlantic Conference for major sports. Student athletes can receive financial aid in some cases.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The Mission Statement
Catawba College is committed to providing students an education rich in personal attention that blends the knowledge and competencies of liberal studies with career preparation. Catawba College draws strength from Judeo-Christian values, sustains a dynamic community of learners and seeks to unite a diverse population of students, faculty and staff as active co-participants in scholarship and service. Catawba College prepares students to reach their highest potential while becoming responsible citizens with a zeal to enrich human life."
More complete details are provided below.
Catawba College
2300 W Innes St
Salisbury, NC 28144
General Phone: (704) 637-4111
http://www.catawba.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business And Management | 104 | business management, MIS, accounting, marketing |
| Education And Teaching | 29 | elementary school teaching, physical education teaching, science teaching, middle school teaching |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 25 | sports and fitness management, athletic trainer, parks and recreation studies, recreational therapy |
| Liberal Arts | 24 | English, sociology, political science, history, French language, Spanish language, interdisciplinary studies |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 20 | drama, stagecraft |
| Music | 17 | music performance, music |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 13 | criminal justice and administration |
| Science | 12 | biology, chemistry |
| Media | 10 | communication studies |
| Conservation And Resource Management | 9 | environmental science, environmental studies |
| Therapy And Counseling | 7 | psychology |
| Mathematics | 5 | mathematics |
| Religion And Philosophy | 3 | religion |
| Law | 2 | pre-law |
| Art Studies | 0 | arts management |
| Medical Support And Technology | 0 | clinical lab tech |
| Medicine | 0 | pre-med |
Number of programs and degrees for Catawba in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 271 | 36 |
| Master's degree | 9 | 2 |
In 2007, Catawba had a total enrollment of 1,323 students (1,262 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 47% |
| Women | 53% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 97% |
| Graduate | 3% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 78% |
| Black | 16% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 1% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 31% |
| 20-21 | 25% |
| 22-24 | 16% |
| 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 |
|---|---|
| North Carolina | 61% |
| Virginia | 6% |
| Maryland | 4% |
| Georgia | 3% |
| Ohio | 3% |
| Massachusetts | 2% |
| Pennsylvania | 2% |
| Florida | 2% |
| South Carolina | 2% |
| (International Students) | 2% |
| New York | 2% |
| Delaware | 1% |
| Washington, DC | 1% |
| Colorado | 1% |
| Texas | 1% |
| Connecticut | 1% |
| New Jersey | 1% |
| Wyoming | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 71 % |
Catawba offers campus housing for 695 of its 1,262 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Salisbury, 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 21 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 822 | 620 | 75% | 266 | 43% |
| Men | 426 | 309 | 73% | 125 | 40% |
| Women | 396 | 311 | 79% | 141 | 45% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 450 | 510 |
| SAT Math | 470 | 580 |
| ACT Verbal | 17 | 25 |
| ACT Math | 17 | 25 |
| ACT Composite | 18 | 25 |
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 | 81% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 21% |
| 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 | $ 20,836 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 20,836 |
| Room and board | $ 7,190 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,400 |
Financial Aid:
Catawba participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 291400)
Catawba has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 32 | 19 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 3 | 10 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 9 | 5 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 19 | $61,059 | 11 | $56,240 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 13 | $56,931 | 4 | $72,746 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 5 | $49,146 | 14 | $47,275 |
| Instructor | academic year | 3 | $22,823 | 4 | $32,472 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 4 | $43,407 | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 44 | $54,274 | 34 | $51,216 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | South Atlantic Conference |
| Basketball | South Atlantic Conference |
| Baseball | South Atlantic Conference |
| Track | South Atlantic Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 164 | 123 | 287 |
| Football | 58 | 0 | 58 |
| Basketball | 15 | 14 | 29 |
| Baseball | 20 | 0 | 20 |
| Track | 7 | 9 | 16 |
| All Other Sports | 64 | 100 | 164 |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Management Information Systems, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Science
Environmental Studies
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
Dramatic/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft, Other
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Elementary Education and Teaching
Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education
LIBERAL ARTS
English Language and Literature, General
French Language and Literature
History, General
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
MEDICINE
Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies
MUSIC
Music Performance, General
Music, General
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Athletic Training/Trainer
Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
Therapeutic Recreation/Recreational Therapy
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Religion/Religious Studies
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Catawba Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in drama and performing arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% |  |
| % students on athletic fin. aid (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | |
| % of degrees in music (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 5% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| % of degrees in nutrition and exercise therapy (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| % of degrees in conservation and resource management (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| % of degrees in mathematics (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 17% | |
Notable:
United Church of Christ affiliation Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services 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 NCAA athletic conference member
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