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Dickinson College is a private, liberal arts college located in Carlisle, Pennsylvania, United Staes. It was established in the year 1783. The campus spreads across an area of 170 acres. The college provides major degrees in the areas of arts and humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences. It also offers a number of minor degrees and certificates in several other areas. The student body has a substantial number of international students from various countries worldwide. Dickinson College also coordinates studying abroad programs in more than 20 countries.
Dickinson College hosts over 20 varsity sports teams. They are nicknamed the Red Devils. The Red Devils compete in the National Collegiate Athletic Association Division III Centennial Conference. They participate in men's and women's tennis, soccer, football, basketball, and women's volleyball, among others.
The main campus of Dickinson is in Carlisle, PA (a town not far from a more urbanized area). The school is a private, not-for-profit school. Dickinson offers degrees up to the Bachelor's degree.
The school students most commonly major in a field related to science, mathematics, and liberal arts.
Dickinson does not accept everyone who applies. In 2007-2008, 44% of people who applied to the school were accepted. In 2007-2008, SAT verbal scores of half of students were 600 to 700. Three-fourths of students accepted in 2007-2008 had SAT math scores of 590 or more.
The school's faculty/student ratio compares favorably with most colleges. Dickinson offers tenure to reward and retain some professors. Salaries for full-time faculty at the school are higher than most, allowing the school to afford quality teaching.
In 2007-2008, Dickinson had 2,381 enrolled students.
Many students at the school live in campus housing. Dickinson makes available a lot of student housing. Student athletes at the school belong to the Centennial Conference for major sports.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Dickinson College was created explicitly for high purposes- to prepare young people, by means of a useful education in the liberal arts and sciences, for engaged lives of citizenship and leadership in the service of society. Founded by Dr. Benjamin Rush, a signer of the Declaration of Independence, the college was chartered in 1783, just days after the conclusion of the American Revolution with the specific purpose of preparing the citizens and leaders who would ensure the success of the new democracy. It was to offer a distinctively original form of American education - one that was rigorously rooted in the traditional liberal arts and was, at the same time, innovative, forward-looking and ultimately useful. It was a revolutionary education designed for a revolutionary age.
As we face the challenges and complexities of the 21st century, Dickinson continues to seek direction from this revolutionary heritage within a contemporary context. A Dickinson education prepares its graduates to become engaged citizens by incorporating a global vision that permeates the entire student experience, creating a community of inquiry that allows students to cross disciplinary boundaries and make new intellectual connections, and encouraging students to be enterprising and active by engaging their communities, the nation and the world.
Dickinson offers a liberal arts education that is distinctive in purpose and approach. Our founders intended Dickinson graduates to use their liberal arts education as a powerful agent of change to advance the lot of humankind. We expect no less today."
More complete details are provided below.
Dickinson College
College and Louther Streets
Carlisle, PA 17013-2896
General Phone: (717) 243-5121
http://www.dickinson.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 263 | political science, economics, English, history, American studies, Spanish language, international relations, French language, ... |
| Science | 64 | biology, physics, biochem/biophysics/molecular biology, chemistry |
| Business And Management | 39 | international business |
| Therapy And Counseling | 36 | psychology |
| Family And Social Work | 27 | public policy analysis |
| Law | 17 | legal studies |
| Religion And Philosophy | 15 | philosophy, religion, Jewish studies |
| Art Studies | 13 | art studies |
| Conservation And Resource Management | 12 | environmental studies, environmental science |
| Mathematics | 11 | mathematics |
| Engineering | 9 | archeology |
| Medicine | 9 | neuroscience |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 8 | computer and info science |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 4 | drama |
| Music | 1 | music |
Number of programs and degrees for Dickinson in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 528 | 39 |
In 2007-2008, Dickinson had a total enrollment of 2,381 students (2,588 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 45% |
| Women | 55% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 77% |
| Black | 4% |
| Hispanic | 5% |
| Asian | 4% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 3% |
| (Foreign Students) | 6% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 3% |
| 18-19 | 47% |
| 20-21 | 44% |
| 22-24 | 5% |
| 25-29 | 0% |
| 30-34 | 0% |
| 35-39 | 0% |
| 40-49 | 0% |
| 50-64 | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 22% |
| Maryland | 13% |
| New York | 11% |
| New Jersey | 11% |
| Connecticut | 7% |
| (International Students) | 6% |
| Massachusetts | 5% |
| Virginia | 5% |
| California | 5% |
| Ohio | 2% |
| Illinois | 1% |
| New Hampshire | 1% |
| Rhode Island | 1% |
| Florida | 1% |
| Minnesota | 1% |
| Delaware | 1% |
| Maine | 1% |
| North Carolina | 1% |
| Texas | 1% |
| Georgia | 1% |
| Vermont | 1% |
| Colorado | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 91 % |
Dickinson offers campus housing for 1,999 of its 2,588 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Carlisle, Pennsylvania for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Pennsylvania Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 5,282 | 2,334 | 44% | 613 | 26% |
| Men | 2,219 | 947 | 43% | 276 | 29% |
| Women | 3,063 | 1,387 | 45% | 337 | 24% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 600 | 700 |
| SAT Math | 590 | 690 |
| ACT Composite | 26 | 31 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | recommended |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | not required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 68% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 22% |
| 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 | $ 38,234 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 38,234 |
| Room and board | $ 9,600 |
| Room charge | $ 4,950 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 4,650 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,500 |
Financial Aid:
Dickinson participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 325300)
Dickinson has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 70 | 39 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 29 | 32 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 17 | 19 |
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 | 22 | $103,518 | 13 | $101,392 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 52 | $77,798 | 28 | $77,668 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 36 | $61,433 | 41 | $59,241 |
| Instructor | academic year | 6 | $52,000 | 8 | $53,938 |
| No academic rank | academic year | 1 | * | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 117 | $76,293 | 92 | $70,123 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Centennial Conference |
| Basketball | Centennial Conference |
| Baseball | Centennial Conference |
| Track | Centennial Conference |
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
International Business/Trade/Commerce
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Science
Environmental Studies
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Public Policy Analysis
LIBERAL ARTS
American/United States Studies/Civilization
Anthropology
Classics/Classical Languages, Lit & Linguistics, General
East Asian Studies
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
French Language and Literature
German Language and Literature
History, General
International Relations and Affairs
Italian Studies
Medieval and Renaissance Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Political Science and Government, General
Russian Language and Literature
Russian Studies
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
Women's Studies
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Jewish/Judaic Studies
Philosophy
Religion/Religious Studies
SCIENCE
Biochemistry/Biophysics and Molecular Biology
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Physics, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Dickinson Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% |  |
| Student SAT scores (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| % of degrees in mathematics (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| % of degrees in science (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| Number of students (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 13% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in art studies (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 18% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Career services Student employment services On-campus day care Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army) NCAA athletic conference member
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