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Corban College was originally founded as a Bible institute in 1935. It was then located in Phoenix, Arizona. In 1946, it moved to California, and was renamed Western Baptist Bible College. In 1969, the institute relocated to Oregon, and was given its current name in 2005. In 2007, the name of the college was extended to Corban College and Graduate School. It now occupies a 100-acre wooded hillside campus in Salem, Oregon.
Corban College and Graduate School awards associate's and bachelor's degrees in arts and science. Students can choose from majors in subjects like business, music, health science, psychology, social science, interdisciplinary studies, mathematics, human performance, education and English. Master's degrees are also available in the fields of education and counseling.
Corban College and Graduate School is a member of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics, and the Cascade Collegiate Conference. The athletics department fields teams in sports like baseball, basketball, soccer, softball, golf, track and field, cross country, and volleyball.
Corban is in Salem, OR. Salem is a medium-sized city. The school is classified as a Baptist college. Corban is a private, not-for-profit institution. The school issues awards (degrees) up to the level of Master's degree.
Corban offers many areas of study. Fields of study in vogue at the school include mathematics and therapy and counseling.
Not all applicants to Corban are accepted. The top quarter of students at the school scored at least 580 on the verbal SAT test. Students' math SAT scores were most often in the range 450 to 580 in 2007-2008.
Approximately 959 students study at Corban (in 2007-2008).
The school offers a real campus feel. Corban makes housing available to a large share of its students. Students at the school can take advantage of the school's meal plans. Students participate in Cascade Collegiate Conference athletics. Athletic scholarships or financial aid help the school attract student athletes.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"To educate Christians who will make a difference in the world for Jesus Christ. Matthew 28:19-20."
More complete details are provided below.
Corban College
5000 Deer Park Dr SE
Salem, OR 97317-9392
General Phone: (503) 581-8600
http://www.corban.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Therapy And Counseling | 54 | psychology |
| Education And Teaching | 42 | education |
| Liberal Arts | 37 | English, liberal arts and sciences, social services, interdisciplinary studies |
| Business And Management | 36 | business management |
| Religion And Philosophy | 12 | bible studies |
| Medical Support And Technology | 6 | health service and sciences |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 6 | health and physical education |
| Music | 4 | music |
| Mathematics | 3 | mathematics |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 1 | computer science |
Number of programs and degrees for Corban in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 191 | 13 |
| Master's degree | 6 | 1 |
| Associate's degree | 4 | 3 |
In 2007-2008, Corban had a total enrollment of 959 students (1,059 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 35% |
| Women | 65% |
| Full-Time | 98% |
| Part-Time | 2% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 90% |
| Graduate | 10% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 84% |
| Black | 0% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 9% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 30% |
| 20-21 | 33% |
| 22-24 | 14% |
| 25-29 | 7% |
| 30-34 | 4% |
| 35-39 | 3% |
| 40-49 | 6% |
| 50-64 | 4% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Oregon | 65% |
| Washington | 12% |
| California | 10% |
| Alaska | 6% |
| Idaho | 2% |
| Arizona | 2% |
| Montana | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 73 % |
| Part-Time | 100 % |
Corban offers campus housing for 538 of its 1,059 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Salem, Oregon for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Oregon Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 19 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 498 | 408 | 82% | 187 | 46% |
| Men | 165 | 135 | 82% | 66 | 49% |
| Women | 333 | 273 | 82% | 121 | 44% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 480 | 580 |
| SAT Math | 450 | 580 |
| SAT Writing | 440 | 570 |
| ACT Verbal | 19 | 25 |
| ACT Math | 17 | 25 |
| ACT Composite | 19 | 25 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 84% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 35% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 22,320 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 22,320 |
| Room and board | $ 8,068 |
| Books and supplies | $ 900 |
| Other expenses | $ 3,202 |
Financial Aid:
Corban participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 133900)
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 | * | 0 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 3 | $57,002 | 2 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 3 | $49,011 | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 7 | $54,355 | 4 | $54,649 |
*: 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 | 9 | $58,078 | 2 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 9 | $48,804 | 1 | * |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 8 | $43,444 | 4 | $41,413 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 26 | $50,365 | 7 | $46,679 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Cascade Collegiate Conference |
| Baseball | Cascade Collegiate Conference |
| Track | Cascade Collegiate Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 70 | 67 | 137 |
| Basketball | 14 | 13 | 27 |
| Baseball | 23 | 0 | 23 |
| Track | 8 | 7 | 15 |
| All Other Sports | 25 | 47 | 72 |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration and Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Science
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Education, General
LIBERAL ARTS
English Language and Literature, General
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Social Sciences, General
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Health and Physical Education, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Corban Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 8% |  |
| % students on athletic fin. aid (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| % of degrees in mathematics (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 18% | |
Notable:
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 Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Has ROTC (army, air force) Offers athletic scholarships
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