The campus of Crossroads is in Rochester, Minnesota, which is a small city. Its Christian Churches and Churches of Christ nature is one of the defining aspects of the school. Crossroads is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degrees at the school include, at the school's highest level, the Bachelor's degree.
Crossroads is known for its programs in music, therapy and counseling, and liberal arts.
Admission at the school is selective, not open to all who apply. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.
In 2005, the school had 173 students enrolled (159 full-time equivalent).
A lot of students at Crossroads attend part-time. The school has a residential or campus feel. Crossroads offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges.
More complete details are provided below.
Crossroads College
920 Mayowood Rd SW
Rochester, MN 55902-2382
http://www.crossroadscollege.edu
Crossroads awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 14 | liberal arts and sciences |
| Religion And Philosophy | 7 | bible studies, pre-ministerial studies, youth ministry, missionary studies, religious education, theology, theology and religious vocations |
| Therapy And Counseling | 3 | counseling psychology |
| Music | 1 | music |
Number of programs and degrees for Crossroads in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 14 | 1 |
| Bachelor's degree | 11 | 9 |
In 2005, Crossroads had a total enrollment of 173 students (159 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 44% |
| Women | 56% |
| Full-Time | 72% |
| Part-Time | 28% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 87% |
| Black | 3% |
| Asian | 5% |
| (Foreign Students) | 5% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 23% |
| 20-21 | 36% |
| 22-24 | 19% |
| 25-29 | 11% |
| 30-34 | 1% |
| 35-39 | 3% |
| 40-49 | 5% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Minnesota | 68% |
| Wisconsin | 16% |
| Iowa | 6% |
| Nebraska | 3% |
| North Dakota | 3% |
| Arizona | 3% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 71 % |
Crossroads offers campus housing for 95 of its 159 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Rochester, Minnesota for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Minnesota Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 55 | 45 | 82% | 36 | 80% |
| Men | 22 | 16 | 73% | 16 | 100% |
| Women | 33 | 29 | 88% | 20 | 69% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| ACT Verbal | 16 | 25 |
| ACT Math | 17 | 25 |
| ACT Composite | 19 | 23 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | required |
| 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 ACT | 88% |
| 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 | $ 9,260 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 9,260 |
| Room and board | $ 4,250 |
| Room charge | $ 2,250 |
| Books and supplies | $ 600 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,100 |
Financial Aid:
Crossroads participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 236600)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 0 | * | 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 | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 2 | * | 1 | * |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 3 | $36,735 | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 6 | $37,760 | 1 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
LIBERAL ARTS
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Bible/Biblical Studies
Missions/Missionary Studies and Missiology
Pre-Theology/Pre-Ministerial Studies
Religious Education
Theology and Religious Vocations, Other
Theology/Theological Studies
Youth Ministry
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Crossroads Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in music (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | ![]() |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | ![]() |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | ![]() |
| % of students from other states (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | ![]() |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 18% | ![]() |
Notable:
Christian Churches and Churches of Christ affiliation
Accepts some high school credits
Offers credit for life experience
Grants credits for AP courses
Offers weekend classes
Career counseling
Career placement services
Student employment services
Remedial classes for students
Option to study abroad
Offers campus housing
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
Offers campus housing
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