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Everglades University is located in a small city, in Boca Raton, FL. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degree levels at Everglades University top out at the Master's degree.
Students at the school often study transportation, business and management, computer science and engineering, and nutrition and exercise therapy.
The admissions department at Everglades University does not accept all those who apply. It's not unusual for students to find their classmates include those from other parts of the country.
Everglades University offers classes to 965 students (824 full-time equivalent). Forty-something year old students won't feel out of place at the school.
Everglades University serves primarily full-time students.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The mission of Everglades University is to provide quality education to adult learners of diverse backgrounds in a collaborative environment where each individual has the opportunity to achieve personal growth. The University seeks to accomplish its mission by combining small class sizes and innovative programs with traditional academic values to deliver graduate and undergraduate programs both on campus and online."
More complete details are provided below.
Everglades University
5002 T-Rex Avenue Suite 100
Boca Raton, FL 33431
General Phone: (561) 912-1211
http://www.evergladesuniversity.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Transportation | 53 | aviation tech |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 43 | alternative medicine |
| Business And Management | 40 | business management, business and related services, business administration |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 10 | computer and info science |
Number of programs and degrees for Everglades University in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 120 | 5 |
| Master's degree | 26 | 3 |
In 2007, Everglades University had a total enrollment of 965 students (824 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 44% |
| Women | 56% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 90% |
| Graduate | 10% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 66% |
| Black | 18% |
| Hispanic | 12% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 0% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 3% |
| 20-21 | 6% |
| 22-24 | 15% |
| 25-29 | 24% |
| 30-34 | 17% |
| 35-39 | 12% |
| 40-49 | 16% |
| 50-64 | 7% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 63 % |
| Part-Time | 94 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Boca Raton, Florida for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Florida Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 346 | 194 | 56% | 194 | 100% |
| Men | 162 | 86 | 53% | 86 | 100% |
| Women | 184 | 108 | 59% | 108 | 100% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | not required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | recommended |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 11,720 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 11,720 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,400 |
Financial Aid:
Everglades University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3108500)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 7 | 5 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | calendar year | 7 | $40,114 | 5 | $57,500 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 7 | $40,114 | 5 | $57,500 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration and Management, General
Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other
Business, Management, Marketing & Related Support Services, Other
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Alternative and Complementary Medicine and Medical Systems, Other
TRANSPORTATION
Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Everglades University Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| % of degrees in nutrition and exercise therapy (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| % of degrees in transportation (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 14% | |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 16% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 19% | |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career services Student employment services Offers part-time study On-campus library
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