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Catawba is in a town not far from a more urbanized area, in Salisbury, North Carolina. 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 music, mathematics, drama and performing arts, business and management, and nutrition and exercise therapy.
Catawba does not admit all applicants. The middle range of verbal SAT scores in 2005 was 460 to 560 for students at the school. While math SAT scores among applicants varied, those accepted commonly had scores between 480 and 570. Catawba attracts a fair number of students from out of state.
Some professors at the school are awarded tenure, allowing the school to retain good faculty members.
Catawba, in 2005, had 1,288 students (1,248 full-time equivalent).
Most students at the school attend full-time. Catawba is not thought of as a commuter school, and many students live on campus or nearby. 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 helping students achieve personal goals through 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
Admissions Phone: (704) 637-4402
Financial Aid Phone: (704) 637-4416
http://www.catawba.edu
Catawba awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business And Management | 139 | business management, MIS, marketing, accounting |
| Education And Teaching | 37 | elementary school teaching, physical education teaching, science teaching, middle school teaching |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 29 | sports and fitness management, athletic trainer, parks and recreation studies, recreational therapy |
| Liberal Arts | 27 | history, sociology, English, political science, Spanish language, interdisciplinary studies, French language |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 15 | criminal justice and administration |
| Science | 14 | biology, chemistry |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 11 | drama, stagecraft |
| Mathematics | 9 | mathematics |
| Media | 7 | communication studies |
| Religion And Philosophy | 7 | religion |
| Therapy And Counseling | 6 | psychology |
| Music | 6 | music, music performance |
| Conservation And Resource Management | 3 | environmental science |
| Law | 1 | pre-law |
| Medical Support And Technology | 1 | clinical lab tech |
| Art Studies | 0 | arts management |
| Medicine | 0 | pre-med |
Number of programs and degrees for Catawba in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 306 | 35 |
| Master's degree | 6 | 2 |
In 2005, Catawba had a total enrollment of 1,288 students (1,248 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 53% |
| Women | 47% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 98% |
| Graduate | 2% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 79% |
| Black | 16% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| (Foreign Students) | 2% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 29% |
| 20-21 | 26% |
| 22-24 | 16% |
| 25-29 | 8% |
| 30-34 | 8% |
| 35-39 | 5% |
| 40-49 | 7% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| North Carolina | 55% |
| Virginia | 9% |
| Maryland | 7% |
| South Carolina | 4% |
| Florida | 4% |
| Pennsylvania | 2% |
| New Jersey | 2% |
| Wisconsin | 2% |
| Texas | 2% |
| New York | 2% |
| Massachusetts | 2% |
| Georgia | 1% |
| Ohio | 1% |
| Foreign countries | 1% |
| Indiana | 1% |
| Tennessee | 1% |
| Arizona | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 74 % |
Catawba offers campus housing for 714 of its 1,248 (full-time) students.
(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 | 724 | 492 | 68% | 223 | 45% |
| Men | 392 | 256 | 65% | 119 | 46% |
| Women | 332 | 236 | 71% | 104 | 44% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 460 | 560 |
| SAT Math | 480 | 570 |
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 | 91% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Admissions Phone Number: (704) 637-4402
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 18,750 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 18,750 |
| Room and board | $ 6,250 |
| Books and supplies | $ 800 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,400 |
Financial Aid:
Catawba participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 291400)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (704) 637-4416
Catawba 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 | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Instructor | calendar year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 2 | * | 1 | * |
*: 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 | 17 | $58,039 | 11 | $54,535 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 15 | $53,357 | 2 | * |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 8 | $41,889 | 13 | $41,689 |
| Instructor | academic year | 3 | $31,167 | 5 | $32,575 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 2 | * | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 45 | $50,996 | 31 | $46,203 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences (2005):
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | South Atlantic Conference |
| Basketball | South Atlantic Conference |
| Baseball | South Atlantic Conference |
| Track | South Atlantic Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2004):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 162 | 123 | 285 |
| Football | 60 | 0 | 60 |
| Basketball | 14 | 20 | 34 |
| Baseball | 24 | 0 | 24 |
| Track | 9 | 7 | 16 |
| All Other Sports | 55 | 96 | 151 |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Management Information Systems, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Science
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 | |
|---|---|---|
| % students on athletic fin. aid (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% |  |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 3% | |
| % of degrees in nutrition and exercise therapy (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| % of degrees in mathematics (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| % of degrees in drama and performing arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| % of students from other states (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| % of degrees in music (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
Notable:
United Church of Christ affiliation Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Career placement services Offers campus housing 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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