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Concordia College-Selma, which was established as the Alabama Lutheran Academy and Junior College in November, 1922, was founded by the Lutheran Synodical Conference of North America. On July 1, 1981, the institute's name was changed to Concordia College-Selma. It is located in Selma, Alabama.
Concordia College-Selma confers the Associate of Arts degree in general studies, and childhood development. Bachelor of Science degrees are awarded in business administration, and education. The academic divisions of the college are:
The sports teams of Concordia College-Salem, which are known as the Hornets, participate in football, soccer, softball, track and field, and basketball. The college is a member of the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference, and the National Collegiate Athletic Association.
Concordia College Selma can be found in Selma, AL (a self-contained town). One of the defining characteristics of the school is its status as a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod school. Concordia College Selma is a private, not-for-profit institution. The Bachelor's degree is the highest degree at the school.
The most common majors at Concordia College Selma are in education and teaching.
The school is welcoming, and offers open admission to students who meet its minimum qualifications.
Instructors at Concordia College Selma are well-paid.
In 2007-2008, 555 students were enrolled in the school. Concordia College Selma has a large minority student population.
The school has a residential or campus feel. Student dorms or apartments are common at Concordia College Selma.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Concordia College, one of ten postsecondary institutions in the Concordia University System of the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod, is an historically black, four-year, coeducational college. The mission of Concordia is to educate its students in accord with the teachings of the Christian faith for lives of responsible and effective service in the church and community. To achieve its mission, Concordia engages its students in programs and activities which identify and meet their spiritual, academic, social, and physical needs."
More complete details are provided below.
Concordia College Selma
1804 Green St
Selma, AL 36701
http://www.concordiaselma.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Education and Teaching | 38 | elementary school teaching, early childhood education, kindergarten/preschool teaching |
| Business and Management | 17 | business management |
| Liberal Arts | 10 | liberal arts and sciences |
Number of programs and degrees for Concordia College Selma in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 47 | 4 |
| Associate's degree | 18 | 4 |
Concordia College Selma is a historically black college.
In 2007-2008, Concordia College Selma had a total enrollment of 555 students (627 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 3% |
| Black | 93% |
| Hispanic | 0% |
| Asian | 0% |
| (Foreign Students) | 3% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 25% |
| 20-21 | 23% |
| 22-24 | 16% |
| 25-29 | 9% |
| 30-34 | 4% |
| 35-39 | 6% |
| 40-49 | 10% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Alabama | 48% |
| Georgia | 21% |
| Florida | 18% |
| (International Students) | 3% |
| Michigan | 3% |
| Tennessee | 3% |
| Mississippi | 2% |
| Texas | 1% |
| California | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 25 % |
| Part-Time | 7 % |
Concordia College Selma offers campus housing for 315 of its 627 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Selma, Alabama for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Alabama Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 6,826 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 6,826 |
| Room and board | $ 3,500 |
| Room charge | $ 1,200 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 2,300 |
| Books and supplies | $ 750 |
| Other expenses | $ 3,270 |
Financial Aid:
Concordia College Selma participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 1055400)
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 | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 3 | $55,333 | 2 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 2 | * | 0 | * |
| Instructor | calendar year | 0 | * | 3 | $26,667 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 6 | $56,000 | 6 | $42,500 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 15 | 0 | 15 |
| Basketball | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| All Other Sports | 10 | 0 | 10 |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration and Management, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Elementary Education and Teaching
Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Concordia College Selma Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in education and teaching (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% |  |
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| % of degrees in business and management (for open-admission colleges) | Top 17% | |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 17% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod affiliation Open admission Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Has ROTC (army) Offers athletic scholarships
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