Florida Christian is in Kissimmee, FL. Kissimmee is a medium-sized suburb. The school is classified as a Christian Churches and Churches of Christ college. Florida Christian is a private, not-for-profit institution. The school issues awards (degrees) up to the level of Bachelor's degree.
Fields of study in vogue at Florida Christian include religion and philosophy.
Not all applicants to the school are accepted. The top quarter of students at Florida Christian scored at least 530 on the verbal SAT test. Students' math SAT scores were most often in the range 420 to 530 in 2007.
Approximately 226 students study at the school (in 2007).
Part-time study is common at Florida Christian. The school offers a real campus feel. Florida Christian makes housing available to a large share of its students.
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 Inc
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 | 61 | bible studies |
Number of programs and degrees for Florida Christian in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 52 | 1 |
| Associate's degree | 9 | 1 |
In 2007, Florida Christian had a total enrollment of 226 students (187 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 65% |
| Women | 35% |
| Full-Time | 87% |
| Part-Time | 13% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 75% |
| Black | 12% |
| Hispanic | 9% |
| Asian | 1% |
| Unknown | 3% |
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 187 (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 | 141 | 75 | 53% | 31 | 41% |
| Men | 77 | 46 | 60% | 20 | 43% |
| Women | 64 | 29 | 45% | 11 | 38% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 410 | 530 |
| SAT Math | 420 | 530 |
| SAT Writing | 440 | 540 |
| ACT Verbal | 13 | 27 |
| ACT Math | 16 | 21 |
| ACT Composite | 14 | 21 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | not 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) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 45% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 32% |
| 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 | $ 9,550 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 9,550 |
| Room and board | $ 8,577 |
| Room charge | $ 2,400 |
| Books and supplies | $ 840 |
| Other expenses | $ 5,499 |
Financial Aid:
Florida Christian participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2156700)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 8 | 3 |
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 | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 7 | $46,457 | 1 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 8 | $46,860 | 3 | $46,547 |
*: 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
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
Offers campus housing
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