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Fairleigh Dickinson University - Metropolitan Campus, a private university in America, was founded in 1942. The campus spans Hackensack River and Hackensack, and offers bachelors and masters degrees in various fields. The Metropolitan Campus has more than 5,000 undergraduate and nearly 2,000 graduate students.
The athletics team of Fairleigh Dickinson University - Metropolitan Campus is known by the name Knights. In intercollegiate athletics, the sports teams of the college participate in NCAA Division I.
Students attend Fairleigh Dickinson Metropolitan in Teaneck, NJ, a large suburb. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Fairleigh Dickinson Metropolitan degrees go up to the Doctoral degree.
The school is known for its programs in family and social work and liberal arts.
Fairleigh Dickinson Metropolitan is selective and does not offer open admission. One sign of prestige is that the school only let in 61% of those who applied in 2007-2008. Three quarters of students in 2007-2008 had SAT verbal scores of at least 420. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 430 and 540.
The school has a tenure system for senior faculty. The full-time faculty at Fairleigh Dickinson Metropolitan is well-paid, which often goes with faculty quality.
There are 8,658 students at the school (as of 2007-2008).
A lot of students at Fairleigh Dickinson Metropolitan attend part-time. The school offers students meal plans. Fairleigh Dickinson Metropolitan values student athletics, and belongs to the Northeast Conference.
More complete details are provided below.
Fairleigh Dickinson University Metropolitan Campus
1000 River Rd
Teaneck, NJ 07666
General Phone: (201) 692-2000
http://www.fdu.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 498 | general studies, humanities, liberal arts and sciences, English, international relations, political science, history, Spanish language, ... |
| Family and Social Work | 345 | social service professions, public administration |
| Business and Management | 299 | accounting, business management, managerial economics, finance, MIS, marketing, marketing research, human resources, ... |
| Education and Teaching | 125 | teacher ed, educational administration, education of learning disabled, multilingual education |
| Engineering | 104 | electrical engineering |
| Science | 78 | biology, chemistry, biological and physical sciences, neuropharmacology, biochemistry, marine biology |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 77 | computer science, computer engineering, information technology, computer and info science |
| Therapy and Counseling | 75 | psychology, school psychology, clinical psychology |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 65 | registered nursing, various nursing |
| Media | 35 | media studies, communication and journalism |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 30 | criminal justice and administration |
| Hospitality | 27 | hospitality management |
| Engineering Technician | 19 | civil engineering tech, mechanical engineering tech, electronics tech, construction engineering tech |
| Medical Support and Technology | 13 | radiographer, clinical lab tech |
| Art Studies | 11 | visual and performing arts |
| Mathematics | 10 | mathematics |
| Conservation and Resource Management | 8 | environmental science |
Number of programs and degrees for Fairleigh Dickinson Metropolitan in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Master's degree | 959 | 33 |
| Bachelor's degree | 802 | 35 |
| Associate's degree | 45 | 2 |
| Doctor's degree | 11 | 2 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 2 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Fairleigh Dickinson Metropolitan had a total enrollment of 8,658 students (5,102 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 42% |
| Women | 58% |
| Full-Time | 90% |
| Part-Time | 10% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 66% |
| Graduate | 34% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 46% |
| Black | 9% |
| Hispanic | 11% |
| Asian | 6% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 15% |
| (Foreign Students) | 11% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 23% |
| 18-19 | 13% |
| 20-21 | 9% |
| 22-24 | 14% |
| 25-29 | 12% |
| 30-34 | 7% |
| 35-39 | 5% |
| 40-49 | 11% |
| 50-64 | 5% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| New Jersey | 72% |
| (International Students) | 10% |
| New York | 8% |
| Pennsylvania | 3% |
| Florida | 1% |
| Massachusetts | 1% |
| Connecticut | 1% |
| Maryland | 1% |
| Virginia | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 73 % |
| Part-Time | 33 % |
Fairleigh Dickinson Metropolitan offers campus housing for 982 of its 5,102 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Teaneck, New Jersey for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other New Jersey Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 11 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 3,954 | 2,408 | 61% | 517 | 21% |
| Men | 1,645 | 846 | 51% | 216 | 26% |
| Women | 2,309 | 1,202 | 52% | 301 | 25% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 420 | 520 |
| SAT Math | 430 | 540 |
| SAT Writing | 420 | 530 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 94% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 28,519 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 28,519 |
| Room and board | $ 12,126 |
| Room charge | $ 6,998 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 4,014 |
| Books and supplies | $ 908 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,900 |
Financial Aid:
Fairleigh Dickinson Metropolitan participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 260700)
Fairleigh Dickinson Metropolitan has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 69 | 28 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 17 | 26 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 22 | 23 |
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 | calendar year | 5 | $104,118 | 3 | $109,505 |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 5 | $116,986 | 1 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 4 | $72,317 |
| Instructor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| Lecturer | calendar year | 2 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 13 | $100,624 | 10 | $85,232 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 35 | $96,305 | 17 | $96,075 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 24 | $78,329 | 15 | $74,801 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 17 | $68,042 | 14 | $67,641 |
| Instructor | academic year | 2 | * | 6 | $60,101 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 17 | $57,357 | 15 | $53,404 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 95 | $79,063 | 67 | $72,596 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Northeast Conference |
| Baseball | Northeast Conference |
| Track | Northeast Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 78 | 81 | 159 |
| Track | 14 | 14 | 28 |
| Basketball | 12 | 15 | 27 |
| Baseball | 24 | 0 | 24 |
| All Other Sports | 28 | 52 | 80 |
ART STUDIES
Visual and Performing Arts, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other
Business/Managerial Economics
E-Commerce/Electronic Commerce
Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations, Other
Finance, General
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
Management Information Systems, General
Marketing Research
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Taxation
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Engineering, General
Computer Science
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Information Technology
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Science
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Bilingual and Multilingual Education
Education/Teaching Individuals - Specific Learning Disabilities
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Teacher Education, Multiple Levels
ENGINEERING
Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Civil Engineering Technology/Technician
Construction Engineering Technology/Technician
Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Public Administration
Public Administration and Social Service Professions, Other
HOSPITALITY
Hospitality Administration/Management, General
LIBERAL ARTS
Creative Writing
English Language and Literature, General
General Studies
History, General
Humanities/Humanistic Studies
International Relations and Affairs
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Communication and Media Studies, Other
Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs, Other
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing, Other
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
SCIENCE
Biochemistry
Biological and Physical Sciences
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography
Neuropharmacology
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Clinical Psychology
Psychology, General
School Psychology
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Fairleigh Dickinson Metropolitan Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in family and social work (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% |  |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| % students 40 years or older (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 17% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 18% | |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 19% | |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 20% | |
| Minority % of student body (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 20% | |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes 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 Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army, air force) Offers athletic scholarships NCAA athletic conference member
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