Students attend Globe University in Woodbury, MN, a large suburb. The school is a private, for-profit institution. Globe University degrees go up to the Master's degree.
The school is known for its programs in computer science and engineering, therapy and counseling, and medical administration.
Globe University is selective and does not offer open admission.
There are 793 students at the school (as of 2007-2008).
More complete details are provided below.
Globe University
8089 Globe Drive
Woodbury, MN 55125-3388
General Phone: (651) 332-8000
http://www.globeuniversity.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Support and Technology | 58 | veterinary assistant, allied health and medical assisting |
| Business and Management | 46 | business management, accounting |
| Therapy and Counseling | 28 | massage therapy |
| Law | 26 | legal assistant |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 15 | information technology, computer networking, computer programming courses |
| Media | 6 | advertising |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 6 | exercise science |
| Medical Administration | 0 | medical secretary |
Number of programs and degrees for Globe University in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 121 | 12 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 37 | 7 |
| Bachelor's degree | 23 | 4 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 4 | 1 |
| Master's degree | 0 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Globe University had a total enrollment of 793 students (723 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 27% |
| Women | 73% |
| Full-Time | 40% |
| Part-Time | 60% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Graduate | 0% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 78% |
| Black | 8% |
| Hispanic | 4% |
| Asian | 7% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 9% |
| 20-21 | 16% |
| 22-24 | 22% |
| 25-29 | 23% |
| 30-34 | 10% |
| 35-39 | 8% |
| 40-49 | 6% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Minnesota | 85% |
| Wisconsin | 15% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 73 % |
| Part-Time | 33 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Woodbury, Minnesota for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Minnesota Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 137 | 120 | 88% | 101 | 84% |
| Men | 45 | 35 | 78% | 27 | 77% |
| Women | 92 | 85 | 92% | 74 | 87% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | not required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | not required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | recommended |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | not required |
| Other Standardized Tests | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 14,040 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 14,040 |
| Books and supplies | $ 900 |
Financial Aid:
Globe University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 464200)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 2 | 11 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | calendar year | 2 | * | 11 | $44,981 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 2 | * | 11 | $44,981 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Programming, Other
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
Information Technology
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services, Other
Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician/Veterinary Assistant
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Globe University Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 11% | ![]() |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 11% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 13% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in medical administration (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 18% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | ![]() |
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
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
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