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The campus of Florida Christian is in Kissimmee, FL, which is a medium-sized suburb. Its Christian Churches and Churches of Christ nature is one of the defining aspects of the school. Florida Christian is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degrees at the school include, at the school's highest level, the Bachelor's degree.
Florida Christian is known for its programs in religion and philosophy.
Admission at the school is selective, not open to all who apply.
In 2007-2008, Florida Christian had 226 students enrolled (190 full-time equivalent).
A lot of students at the school attend part-time. Florida Christian has a residential or campus feel. The school offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The purpose of Florida Christian College is to conduct a course of study to educate men and women for Christian service, to provide a program of instruction on the College level, to grant appropriate degrees, and to serve as a resource to the churches, especially in Florida."
More complete details are provided below.
Florida Christian College
1011 Bill Beck Blvd
Kissimmee, FL 34744
General Phone: (407) 847-8966
http://www.fcc.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Religion and Philosophy | 60 | bible studies |
Number of programs and degrees for Florida Christian in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 54 | 1 |
| Associate's degree | 6 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Florida Christian had a total enrollment of 226 students (190 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 65% |
| Women | 35% |
| Full-Time | 94% |
| Part-Time | 6% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 70% |
| Black | 10% |
| Hispanic | 11% |
| Unknown | 9% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 20% |
| 20-21 | 27% |
| 22-24 | 22% |
| 25-29 | 5% |
| 30-34 | 6% |
| 35-39 | 4% |
| 40-49 | 5% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Florida | 91% |
| Indiana | 3% |
| Georgia | 3% |
| Virginia | 3% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 63 % |
Florida Christian offers campus housing for 160 of its 190 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Kissimmee, 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 | 154 | 54 | 35% | 54 | 100% |
| Men | 92 | 35 | 38% | 35 | 100% |
| Women | 62 | 19 | 31% | 19 | 100% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | not required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | recommended |
| 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 | $ 9,710 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 9,710 |
| Room and board | $ 8,928 |
| Room charge | $ 2,400 |
| Books and supplies | $ 840 |
| Other expenses | $ 5,805 |
Financial Aid:
Florida Christian participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2156700)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 8 | 2 |
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 | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 7 | $52,006 | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 8 | $52,820 | 2 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Florida Christian Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in religion and philosophy (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 17% | |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Christian Churches and Churches of Christ affiliation Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers weekend classes Career counseling Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing
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