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Golf Academy Of Arizona, Arizona

Overview of Golf Academy Of Arizona

Golf Academy is located in a large suburb, in Chandler, Arizona. The school is a private, for-profit institution. Degree levels at Golf Academy top out at the Associate's degree.

Areas of Study

The school tries to do a few things and do them well, and doesn't offer a huge range of majors. Students at Golf Academy often study business and management.

Golf Academy Selectivity

The admissions department at the school does not accept all those who apply. It's not unusual for students to find their classmates include those from other parts of the country.

Student Body

The school offers classes to 226 students (226 full-time equivalent). A very high share of students at Golf Academy are male.

The school reports its educational mission is:
"MISSION AND PURPOSES OF THE ACADEMY SDGA is a unique concept in the field of education. It is dedicated to rigorous academic standards as well as enhancement of golf proficiency. The mission of SDGA is to prepare qualified students for positions in golf complex operations and management. This is achieved through a curriculum that focuses on business management, the golf industry, modern teaching methods, and sound human relations skills. Excellence and continuous improvement in the provision of education and placement are at the core of SDGAÆs philosophy. The purposes of the Academy are as follows: 1. To provide students with an educational background in business management and a solid foundation in general education. 2. To prepare students to ultimately assume positions in golf management at a country club, golf facility, or other golf related businesses. 3. To introduce students to the areas of specialization, including equipment technology, modern merchandising, computers for managing business activities and tournaments, and the growth of golf as a game and a business. 4. To teach the essentials of the business of golf and golf game so that students will develop to their full potential in the industry. 5. To prepare students to become effective and innovative golf instructors and managers. 6. To provide educational and training programs that satisfy the needs of students as well as those of the overall golf industry. 7. To expose students to the increasing sophistication of the golf industry and associated demand for multifaceted personnel who are able to assess and promote the objective of the employer(s)."

More complete details are provided below.

Contacting Golf Academy

Golf Academy Of Arizona
295 W San Marcos Dr
Chandler, AZ 85225
General Phone: (800) 342-7342
Admissions Phone: (800) 342-7342
Financial Aid Phone: (480) 857-1574
http://www.sdgagolf.com

Golf Academy Programs and Degrees (2005)

Golf Academy awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:

General CategoryDegreesMost Common Majors [see all]
Business And Management123business administration

Number of programs and degrees for Golf Academy in 2005:

Degree LevelTotal
Awarded
Number of
Programs
Associate's degree1231

Golf Academy Student Body

In 2005, Golf Academy had a total enrollment of 226 students (226 full-time equivalent).

Students in the Freshman Class (2005):

GroupPercent
Men100%
Women0%
Full-Time100%
Part-Time0%

More details are available, using 2004 data:

Students By Class (2004):

GroupPercent
Undergraduate100%

Racial Diversity (2004):
RacePercent
White68%
Hispanic1%
Asian2%
American Indian1%
Other Races25%
(Foreign Students)3%

Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)

ResidencePercent
Washington18%
Wisconsin9%
Iowa9%
New Hampshire5%
Michigan5%
Illinois5%
Montana5%
Idaho5%
Minnesota5%
Kansas5%
Nebraska5%
Texas5%
California5%
Connecticut5%
Oregon5%
North Dakota5%
Wyoming5%

Golf Academy Graduation, Retention, and Transfers

Retention Rates (2004):

GroupReturning From
Previous Year
Full-Time89 %

Golf Academy Room and Board (2005)

The school does not offer campus housing.

(Please refer to our profile of Chandler, Arizona for details about the area surrounding the campus.)

The school does not offer students a meal plan.

Golf Academy Admissions and Selectivity (2005)

Acceptances:

GroupApplicantsAcceptedPercent
Accepted
EnrolledPercent of
Accepted Enrolled
Total827794%77100%
Men827794%77100%

Application Requirements:

ItemRequirement
GPArecommended
Class Ranknot required
High School Recordrequired
College Prep Programnot required
Recommendationsrequired
Formal Demonstration of Competencenot required
Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT)not required
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language)required
Other Standardized Testsnot required

Admissions Phone Number: (800) 342-7342

Golf Academy Expenses and Financial Aid (2005)

Expenses and Financial Aid:

ExpenseAmount
In-state tuition and fees$ 9,563
Out-of-state tuition and fees$ 9,563
Books and supplies$ 700

Financial Aid:
Golf Academy participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2208702)

Financial Aid Phone Number: (480) 857-1574

Golf Academy Faculty

Salaries for full-time faculty:

Full-Time Faculty (2004):

Full-Time Faculty LevelContract LengthNumber MenAvg Salary MenNumber WomenAvg Salary Women
Instructorcalendar year6$34,1400*
All faculty totalcalendar year6$34,1400*

*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.

Golf Academy Degree Programs (2005)

BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other

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Golf Academy Highlights

(Details are provided further down on this page.)

What Sets Golf Academy Apart:

CategoryTrophy 
% of degrees in business and management
(vs. all colleges)
Top 1%Golf Academy % of degrees in business and management
% of accepted students who choose to enroll
(vs. all colleges)
Top 1%Golf Academy % of accepted students who choose to enroll
% of students from other states
(vs. all colleges)
Top 1%Golf Academy % of students from other states
Male % of student body
(vs. all colleges)
Top 2%Golf Academy Male % of student body
Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs
(vs. all colleges)
Top 5%Golf Academy Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs
Explanation of the Highlights categories

Notable:
Offers credit for life experience
Career counseling
Career placement services
Student employment services
On-campus library

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