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Christian Brothers University, also known as CBU, is a degree-granting institution located in Memphis, Tennessee, United States. The university was established on November 19, 1871 by the members of De La Salle Christian Brothers. The campus is spread across an area of 75 acres. CBU offers a wide variety of degrees and programs in diverse areas of study. CBU is organized into the following academic schools:
CBU’s athletics department sponsors several men’s and women’s sports teams. They are members of the Division II and the Gulf South Conference. The men’s sports teams are nicknamed as the Buccaneers and the women’s teams are known as the Lady Buccaneers.
Memphis, TN is home to Christian Brothers. Memphis is a large city. Students select the school partly because it is a Roman Catholic school. Christian Brothers is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degrees at the school go up to the Master's degree.
Students at Christian Brothers can choose among many degree programs. Students commonly pursue studies in science, engineering, business and management, education and teaching, and therapy and counseling.
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 470. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 480 and 620.
Christian Brothers has a tenure system for senior faculty.
The school has 1,874 enrolled students (as of 2007-2008).
Christian Brothers offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. The school values student athletics, and belongs to the Gulf South Conference. Christian Brothers offers athletic financial aid to more of its students than do most colleges.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Christian Brothers University is a private, Catholic, comprehensive university committed to preparing students of all faiths and backgrounds to excel in their professional and public lives by providing challenging educational opportunities in the arts, business, engineering, the sciences, and teacher education."
More complete details are provided below.
Christian Brothers University
650 E Parkway S
Memphis, TN 38104
General Phone: (901) 321-3000
http://www.cbu.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business and Management | 132 | marketing, business, business management, finance, accounting, MIS, managerial economics |
| Education and Teaching | 79 | educational administration, education |
| Therapy and Counseling | 50 | psychology, psychology courses |
| Liberal Arts | 41 | interdisciplinary studies, liberal arts and sciences, history, English, area and Cultural studies |
| Engineering | 40 | mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, civil engineering, various engineering courses, chemical engineering |
| Science | 34 | biology, physical sciences, chemistry, physics |
| Mathematics | 3 | mathematics |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 3 | computer and info science |
| Religion and Philosophy | 2 | philosophy and religious studies |
Number of programs and degrees for Christian Brothers in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 260 | 25 |
| Master's degree | 124 | 4 |
In 2007-2008, Christian Brothers had a total enrollment of 1,874 students (1,707 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 | 73% |
| Graduate | 27% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 50% |
| Black | 34% |
| Hispanic | 3% |
| Asian | 4% |
| Unknown | 7% |
| (Foreign Students) | 2% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 27% |
| 20-21 | 20% |
| 22-24 | 14% |
| 25-29 | 12% |
| 30-34 | 8% |
| 35-39 | 8% |
| 40-49 | 8% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Tennessee | 81% |
| Mississippi | 6% |
| Arkansas | 4% |
| (International Students) | 2% |
| Illinois | 1% |
| Texas | 1% |
| Louisiana | 1% |
| Alabama | 1% |
| Indiana | 1% |
| Oklahoma | 1% |
| Missouri | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 80 % |
Christian Brothers offers campus housing for 542 of its 1,707 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Memphis, Tennessee for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Tennessee Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1,360 | 942 | 69% | 321 | 34% |
| Men | 539 | 409 | 76% | 152 | 37% |
| Women | 821 | 533 | 65% | 169 | 32% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 470 | 610 |
| SAT Math | 480 | 620 |
| ACT Verbal | 20 | 26 |
| ACT Math | 22 | 27 |
| ACT Composite | 21 | 26 |
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 | 25% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 96% |
| 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 | $ 22,600 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 22,600 |
| Room and board | $ 6,050 |
| Room charge | $ 2,700 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,350 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,100 |
| Other expenses | $ 520 |
Financial Aid:
Christian Brothers participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 348200)
Christian Brothers 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 | 29 | $63,469 | 13 | $52,327 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 17 | $56,534 | 7 | $53,994 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 18 | $43,404 | 10 | $38,209 |
| Instructor | academic year | 0 | * | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 64 | $55,984 | 32 | $47,509 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Gulf South Conference |
| Baseball | Gulf South Conference |
| Track | Gulf South Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 80 | 62 | 142 |
| Baseball | 30 | 0 | 30 |
| Basketball | 12 | 13 | 25 |
| Track | 7 | 6 | 13 |
| All Other Sports | 31 | 43 | 74 |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Commerce, General
Business/Managerial Economics
Finance, General
Management Information Systems, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Education, General
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
ENGINEERING
Chemical Engineering
Civil Engineering, General
Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
Engineering, Other
Mechanical Engineering
LIBERAL ARTS
Area, Ethnic, Cultural, and Gender Studies, Other
English Language and Literature, General
History, General
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy and Religious Studies, Other
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Physical Sciences
Physics, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Christian Brothers Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 8% |  |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 14% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| % of degrees in science (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 18% | |
| % students on athletic fin. aid (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
| % of degrees in engineering (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
| % of degrees in education and teaching (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Roman Catholic 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 Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army, navy, air force) Offers athletic scholarships NCAA athletic conference member
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