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Elon University, established in 1889, is a private liberal arts university situated in Elon, North Carolina. It was founded by the Christian Church and was originally known as Elon College. It achieved university status on June 1, 2001. Elon University offers enrollment to over 5,000 undergraduate and postgraduate students every year. The sprawling campus of this university is spread out over 575 acres of land. Elon University comprises of the:
Students at Elon University can choose from over 40 majors and minors in various fields of study. The university has been ranked among the top southern masters-level universities in the country by the U.S. News & World Report.
Elon University’s sports teams, nicknamed the Phoenix, participate in sports like basketball, baseball, football, cross country, golf, soccer, tennis, track, softball and volleyball. There are also over 20 social Greek organizations at Elon University.
Elon, NC is home to Elon University. Elon is a small suburb. Students select the school partly because it is a United Church of Christ school. Elon University is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degrees at the school go up to the Doctoral degree.
Students commonly pursue studies in media, drama and performing arts, and nutrition and exercise therapy.
Prospective students are advised that admissions are not open to all; the school selects from among qualified applicants. Elon University attracts a lot of applicants every year, and can only accept about 41% of them (as of 2007). Three quarters of students in 2007 had SAT verbal scores of at least 560. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 570 and 660.
Elon University has a tenure system for senior faculty. The full-time faculty at the school is well-paid, which often goes with faculty quality.
Elon University has 5,456 enrolled students (as of 2007).
Full-time students are the norm at the school. Elon University offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. The school values student athletics, and belongs to the Southern Conference.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Elon University Mission Statement
Rooted in the historic tradition of the United Church of Christ, Elon University embraces its founder's vision of an academic community that transforms mind, body, and spirit and encourages freedom of thought and liberty of conscience.
To fulfill this vision, Elon University acts upon these commitments:
a. We nurture a rich intellectual community characterized by active student engagement with a faculty dedicated to excellent teaching and scholarly accomplishment.
b. We provide a dynamic and challenging undergraduate curriculum grounded in the traditional liberal arts and sciences and complemented by distinctive professional and graduate programs.
c. We integrate learning across the disciplines and put knowledge into practice, thus preparing students to be global citizens and informed leaders motivated by concern for the common good.
d. We foster respect for human differences, passion for a life of learning, personal integrity, and an ethic of work and service."
More complete details are provided below.
Elon University
100 Campus Drive
Elon, NC 27244-2010
General Phone: (336) 278-2000
http://www.elon.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business And Management | 284 | business management, accounting |
| Media | 201 | communication studies, journalism |
| Liberal Arts | 170 | English, history, political science, international relations, sociology, economics, Spanish language, general studies, ... |
| Education And Teaching | 104 | elementary school teaching, special ed, middle school teaching, music teaching, physical education teaching, science teaching, social science teaching |
| Therapy And Counseling | 98 | psychology, physical therapy |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 95 | health and physical education, parks and recreation management, athletic trainer, health and fitness |
| Science | 45 | biology, chemistry, physics |
| Family And Social Work | 45 | human services, public administration |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 31 | drama, theatre design, dance |
| Art Studies | 21 | art studies |
| Religion And Philosophy | 18 | religion, philosophy |
| Conservation And Resource Management | 12 | environmental studies |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 11 | computer science, computer engineering |
| Mathematics | 9 | mathematics, applied mathematics |
| Music | 6 | music, music performance |
| Engineering | 5 | engineering physics, various engineering courses |
| Engineering Technician | 1 | environmental engineering tech |
| Medical Support And Technology | 0 | clinical lab tech |
Number of programs and degrees for Elon University in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 1,053 | 47 |
| Master's degree | 66 | 3 |
| Doctor's degree | 37 | 1 |
In 2007, Elon University had a total enrollment of 5,456 students (5,299 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 42% |
| Women | 58% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 91% |
| Graduate | 7% |
| First Professional | 2% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 83% |
| Black | 7% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 5% |
| (Foreign Students) | 3% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 3% |
| 18-19 | 43% |
| 20-21 | 40% |
| 22-24 | 8% |
| 25-29 | 3% |
| 30-34 | 1% |
| 35-39 | 1% |
| 40-49 | 1% |
| 50-64 | 0% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| North Carolina | 23% |
| Virginia | 9% |
| Maryland | 9% |
| Massachusetts | 8% |
| New Jersey | 6% |
| Pennsylvania | 6% |
| Florida | 5% |
| New York | 4% |
| Connecticut | 4% |
| Georgia | 4% |
| Ohio | 3% |
| (International Students) | 3% |
| South Carolina | 1% |
| Tennessee | 1% |
| Texas | 1% |
| Missouri | 1% |
| West Virginia | 1% |
| New Hampshire | 1% |
| Illinois | 1% |
| California | 1% |
| Rhode Island | 1% |
| Kentucky | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 90 % |
Elon University offers campus housing for 2,881 of its 5,299 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Elon College, North Carolina for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other North Carolina Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 9,380 | 3,869 | 41% | 1,286 | 33% |
| Men | 3,356 | 1,484 | 44% | 540 | 36% |
| Women | 6,023 | 2,385 | 40% | 746 | 31% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 560 | 650 |
| SAT Math | 570 | 660 |
| SAT Writing | 560 | 660 |
| ACT Composite | 24 | 28 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | recommended |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 97% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 36% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 22,166 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 22,166 |
| Room and board | $ 7,296 |
| Books and supplies | $ 900 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,600 |
Financial Aid:
Elon University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 292700)
Elon University has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 87 | 48 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 47 | 47 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 34 | 48 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 2 | * | 3 | $96,484 |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 2 | * | 4 | $85,850 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 4 | $92,500 | 8 | $93,113 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 47 | $92,934 | 14 | $84,820 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 56 | $68,886 | 44 | $67,924 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 49 | $53,407 | 56 | $52,071 |
| Instructor | academic year | 4 | $41,600 | 2 | * |
| Lecturer | academic year | 8 | $55,513 | 19 | $47,291 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 164 | $69,835 | 135 | $59,736 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Southern Conference |
| Basketball | Southern Conference |
| Baseball | Southern Conference |
| Track | Southern Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 171 | 103 | 274 |
| Football | 78 | 0 | 78 |
| Track | 12 | 26 | 38 |
| Baseball | 30 | 0 | 30 |
| Basketball | 12 | 12 | 24 |
| All Other Sports | 39 | 65 | 104 |
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Engineering, General
Computer Science
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Studies
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Dance, General
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
Technical Theatre/Theatre Design and Technology
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Elementary Education and Teaching
Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
Music Teacher Education
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education
Social Science Teacher Education
Special Education and Teaching, General
ENGINEERING
Engineering Physics
Engineering, Other
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Environmental Engineering Technology/Environmental Technology
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Human Services, General
Public Administration
LIBERAL ARTS
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
French Language and Literature
General Studies
History, General
International Relations and Affairs
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Applied Mathematics
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Journalism
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
MUSIC
Music Performance, General
Music, General
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Athletic Training/Trainer
Health and Physical Education, General
Health and Physical Education/Fitness, Other
Parks, Recreation and Leisure Facilities Management
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
Religion/Religious Studies
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Physics, General
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Physical Therapy/Therapist
Psychology, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Elon University Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in media (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% |  |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| % of degrees in drama and performing arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| Student SAT scores (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| % of degrees in nutrition and exercise therapy (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 15% | |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
| % students on athletic fin. aid (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
United Church of Christ affiliation Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army, air force) Offers athletic scholarships NCAA athletic conference member
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