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The main campus of Flagler is in St. Augustine, Florida (a small suburb). The school is a private, not-for-profit school. Flagler offers degrees up to the Bachelor's degree.
The school students most commonly major in a field related to media, drama and performing arts, fine arts, and nutrition and exercise therapy.
Flagler does not accept everyone who applies. In 2005, 25% of people who applied to the school were accepted. In 2005, SAT verbal scores of half of students were 530 to 620. Three-fourths of students accepted in 2005 had SAT math scores of 510 or more. Students attending the school come from a variety of places, in and out of state.
In 2005, Flagler had 2,158 enrolled students.
The school makes available a lot of student housing. Meal plans are available. Student athletes at the school belong to the Florida Sun Conference for major sports. Flagler takes athletics seriously enough to offer athletic financial aid to a significant portion of its students.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The aim of Flagler College is to provide a supportive and challenging environment in which students acquire knowledge, exercise good citizenship, and adhere to high ethical standards. The principal focus of the College's academic program is undergraduate education in selected liberal and pre-professional studies; thus, the role of teaching is central to the College's mission. The purposes of the academic program are to provide opportunities for general and specialized learning; to assist students in preparing for careers; and to aid qualified students in pursuing graduate and professional studies. The objectives of the student life program at Flagler are to establish appropriate standards of conduct and to promote activities that will contribute to the development of self-discipline, integrity, and leadership. Flagler College was established as a memorial to Henry M. Flagler. The Hotel Ponce de Leon, built by Mr. Flagler, serves as a reminder of his enterprise, diligence, and commitment to high standards. The College is pledged to the preservation and use of this facility and other historic and architecturally unique campus structures. Distinctive Characteristics ò Flagler College is small. ò Flagler College offers a limited number of academic programs. ò Flagler College seeks a faculty dedicated to undergraduate teaching. ò Flagler College maintains high standards of personal conduct. ò Flagler College serves the full-time, traditional college-age student. ò Flagler College seeks to use community resources. ò Flagler College maintains unique campus structures. ò Flagler College practices prudent management of resources. ò Flagler College provides a friendly campus environment."
More complete details are provided below.
Flagler College
74 King Street
Saint Augustine, FL 32084
General Phone: (904) 829-6481
http://www.flagler.edu
Flagler awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business And Management | 100 | business management, accounting |
| Liberal Arts | 94 | English, political science, history, sociology, liberal arts and sciences, Spanish language |
| Media | 71 | communication and journalism |
| Education And Teaching | 39 | elementary school teaching, secondary teaching, education of hearing impaired, art education |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 35 | sports and fitness management |
| Fine Arts | 28 | fine arts studies |
| Design | 27 | graphic design |
| Therapy And Counseling | 26 | psychology |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 11 | drama |
| Religion And Philosophy | 7 | philosophy and religious studies |
Number of programs and degrees for Flagler in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 438 | 19 |
In 2005, Flagler had a total enrollment of 2,158 students (2,116 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 38% |
| Women | 62% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 90% |
| Black | 2% |
| Hispanic | 3% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Other Races | 2% |
| (Foreign Students) | 2% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 38% |
| 20-21 | 40% |
| 22-24 | 18% |
| 25-29 | 3% |
| 30-34 | 1% |
| 35-39 | 0% |
| 40-49 | 0% |
| 50-64 | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Florida | 61% |
| Maryland | 3% |
| Virginia | 3% |
| Georgia | 3% |
| New York | 3% |
| New Jersey | 3% |
| Ohio | 2% |
| South Carolina | 2% |
| Massachusetts | 2% |
| Pennsylvania | 2% |
| Foreign countries | 1% |
| Illinois | 1% |
| Indiana | 1% |
| Connecticut | 1% |
| Delaware | 1% |
| Texas | 1% |
| Maine | 1% |
| Rhode Island | 1% |
| Kentucky | 1% |
| Wisconsin | 1% |
| Colorado | 1% |
| Tennessee | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 78 % |
Flagler offers campus housing for 804 of its 2,116 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of St. Augustine, Florida for details about the area surrounding the campus.)
The school offers students a meal plan with 19 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 2,248 | 560 | 25% | 458 | 82% |
| Men | 824 | 229 | 28% | 173 | 76% |
| Women | 1,424 | 331 | 23% | 285 | 86% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 530 | 620 |
| SAT Math | 510 | 600 |
| ACT Verbal | 22 | 27 |
| ACT Math | 20 | 24 |
| ACT Composite | 22 | 26 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 81% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 47% |
| 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 | $ 8,600 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 8,600 |
| Room and board | $ 5,190 |
| Room charge | $ 2,130 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,060 |
| Books and supplies | $ 800 |
| Other expenses | $ 3,900 |
Financial Aid:
Flagler participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 789300)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 9 | $55,042 | 1 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 9 | $48,956 | 5 | $48,532 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 15 | $44,934 | 15 | $42,811 |
| Instructor | academic year | 6 | $33,178 | 7 | $35,564 |
| No academic rank | academic year | 2 | * | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 41 | $45,338 | 28 | $42,431 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences (2005):
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Florida Sun Conference |
| Baseball | Florida Sun Conference |
| Track | Florida Sun Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2004):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 89 | 65 | 154 |
| Basketball | 10 | 17 | 27 |
| Baseball | 25 | 0 | 25 |
| Track | 5 | 5 | 10 |
| All Other Sports | 49 | 43 | 92 |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Art Teacher Education
Education/Teaching Individuals - Hearing Impairments
Elementary Education and Teaching
Secondary Education and Teaching
FINE ARTS
Fine Arts and Art Studies, Other
LIBERAL ARTS
English Language and Literature, General
History, General
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
MEDIA
Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs, Other
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy and Religious Studies, Other
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Flagler Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in media (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% |  |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | |
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 10% | |
| % of degrees in fine arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| % of degrees in drama and performing arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| % of degrees in nutrition and exercise therapy (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| % of students from other states (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| Number of students (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 15% | |
| % of degrees in design (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 16% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| % students on athletic fin. aid (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers campus housing Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Offers athletic scholarships
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