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The campus of Crichton is in Memphis, Tennessee, which is a large city. Its Undenominational nature is one of the defining aspects of the school. Crichton is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degrees at the school include, at the school's highest level, the Post-Baccalaureate certificate.
Crichton is known for its programs in business and management and education and teaching.
Admission at the school is selective, not open to all who apply. Getting into Crichton is challenging; it only admitted 43% of those who applied in 2005. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.
In 2005, Crichton had 957 students enrolled (678 full-time equivalent). A large number of students at the school are 40 years old or older.
A lot of students at Crichton attend part-time. The school offers students meal plans. Crichton values student athletics, and belongs to the TranSouth Athletic Conference.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Crichton College educates students in a Christ-centered liberal arts community to think critically, grow spiritually, and change our world."
More complete details are provided below.
Crichton College
255 N Highland
Memphis, TN 38111-1375
General Phone: (901) 320-9700
Admissions Phone: (901) 320-9797
Financial Aid Phone: (901) 320-9787
http://www.crichton.edu
Crichton awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business And Management | 107 | non-profit management, business management |
| Education And Teaching | 67 | elementary school teaching, education, secondary teaching |
| Liberal Arts | 46 | interdisciplinary studies, liberal arts and sciences, history, English |
| Religion And Philosophy | 12 | bible studies, theology and religious vocations |
| Therapy And Counseling | 8 | psychology |
| Law | 1 | pre-law |
| Science | 0 | biology, chemistry |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 0 | various nursing |
Number of programs and degrees for Crichton in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 217 | 15 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 20 | 3 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 4 | 1 |
| Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years | 0 | 1 |
In 2005, Crichton had a total enrollment of 957 students (678 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 39% |
| Women | 61% |
| Full-Time | 88% |
| Part-Time | 12% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 36% |
| Black | 50% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 0% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Other Races | 13% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 7% |
| 20-21 | 9% |
| 22-24 | 10% |
| 25-29 | 17% |
| 30-34 | 16% |
| 35-39 | 11% |
| 40-49 | 18% |
| 50-64 | 7% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Tennessee | 70% |
| Michigan | 4% |
| California | 3% |
| Alabama | 2% |
| Texas | 2% |
| Arizona | 2% |
| Foreign countries | 1% |
| Kentucky | 1% |
| Wisconsin | 1% |
| Mississippi | 1% |
| Maryland | 1% |
| Virgin Islands | 1% |
| Pennsylvania | 1% |
| Maine | 1% |
| New York | 1% |
| Connecticut | 1% |
| Oregon | 1% |
| North Carolina | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 38 % |
| Part-Time | 33 % |
Crichton offers campus housing for 90 of its 678 (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 offers students a meal plan with 17 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 374 | 161 | 43% | 160 | 99% |
| Men | 142 | 62 | 44% | 62 | 100% |
| Women | 232 | 99 | 43% | 98 | 99% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| ACT Composite | 18 | 23 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 100% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Admissions Phone Number: (901) 320-9797
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 10,248 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 10,248 |
| Room and board | $ 8,091 |
| Room charge | $ 3,600 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 1,122 |
| Books and supplies | $ 600 |
| Other expenses | $ 4,992 |
Financial Aid:
Crichton participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 998200)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (901) 320-9787
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 | 2 | * | 0 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 4 | $55,860 | 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 | 4 | $57,191 | 0 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 5 | $44,516 | 2 | * |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 18 | $32,052 | 6 | $39,300 |
| Instructor | academic year | 1 | * | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 28 | $38,153 | 10 | $40,107 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences (2005):
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | TranSouth Athletic Conference |
| Baseball | TranSouth Athletic Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2004):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 29 | 0 | 29 |
| Baseball | 21 | 0 | 21 |
| Basketball | 8 | 0 | 8 |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration and Management, General
Non-Profit/Public/Organizational Management
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Education, General
Elementary Education and Teaching
Secondary Education and Teaching
LIBERAL ARTS
English Language and Literature, General
History, General
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing, Other
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Bible/Biblical Studies
Theology and Religious Vocations, Other
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Crichton Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% |  |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| % of degrees in education and teaching (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 18% | |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
| Minority % of student body (colleges not offering open-admission) | Top 18% | |
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 19% | |
| % of students from other states (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Undenominational affiliation Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers campus housing Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Offers athletic scholarships
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