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Hamline University was founded in 1854 as the first university in Minnesota. The university was named after a bishop of the Methodist Church, Leonidas Lent Hamline. HU's main campus is spread across an area of more than 40 acres in Saint Paul, Minnesota. Hamline University grants bachelors, doctorate and masters degrees. It is made up of:
Hamline University is a member of the Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference. Its sports teams are known as the Pipers. The university is also known as the “birthplace of intercollegiate basketball." The first intercollegiate basketball game was hosted on February 9, 1895 in the basement of the old science building in Hamline University.
Students attend Hamline in Saint Paul, MN, a large city. The school is proud of its United Methodist status. Hamline is a private, not-for-profit institution. The school degrees go up to the Doctoral degree.
Hamline is known for its programs in law.
The school is selective and does not offer open admission. Three quarters of students in 2007 had SAT verbal scores of at least 513. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 540 and 640.
The school has a tenure system for senior faculty. The full-time faculty at Hamline is well-paid, which often goes with faculty quality.
There are 4,803 students at the school (as of 2007).
Hamline values student athletics, and belongs to the Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference.
More complete details are provided below.
Hamline University
1536 Hewitt Avenue
Saint Paul, MN 55104-1284
General Phone: (651) 523-2800
http://www.hamline.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Law | 268 | law, legal professions, legal assistant, legal research, pre-law |
| Liberal Arts | 202 | English, political science, economics, creative writing, sociology, anthropology, social studies, liberal arts and humanities, ... |
| Education And Teaching | 144 | education courses, teacher ed, education, ESL instruction, science teaching, social studies teaching |
| Business And Management | 94 | business management, non-profit management, international business, business and related services |
| Therapy And Counseling | 47 | psychology |
| Family And Social Work | 44 | social service professions, public administration |
| Science | 37 | biology, chemistry, physics, biochemistry |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 34 | criminal justice and safety, forensic science |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 16 | health and physical education, sports and fitness management |
| Media | 13 | communication studies |
| Religion And Philosophy | 12 | philosophy, religion |
| Fine Arts | 10 | fine arts, art history and criticism |
| Mathematics | 7 | mathematics |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 5 | various performing arts |
| Conservation And Resource Management | 3 | environmental studies |
| Music | 1 | music, music performance |
Number of programs and degrees for Hamline in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 429 | 41 |
| Master's degree | 255 | 11 |
| First-professional degree | 218 | 1 |
| Doctor's degree | 20 | 2 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 15 | 2 |
| Post-master's certificate | 0 | 1 |
In 2007, Hamline had a total enrollment of 4,803 students (3,736 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 37% |
| Women | 63% |
| Full-Time | 99% |
| Part-Time | 1% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 40% |
| Graduate | 46% |
| First Professional | 14% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 79% |
| Black | 4% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 4% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 6% |
| (Foreign Students) | 4% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 16% |
| 20-21 | 17% |
| 22-24 | 15% |
| 25-29 | 20% |
| 30-34 | 10% |
| 35-39 | 7% |
| 40-49 | 8% |
| 50-64 | 5% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Minnesota | 80% |
| Wisconsin | 7% |
| South Dakota | 2% |
| North Dakota | 2% |
| Iowa | 2% |
| (International Students) | 1% |
| Oregon | 1% |
| Colorado | 1% |
| Arizona | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 81 % |
Hamline offers campus housing for 920 of its 3,736 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of St. Paul, 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 | 2,018 | 1,570 | 78% | 458 | 29% |
| Men | 826 | 608 | 74% | 169 | 28% |
| Women | 1,192 | 962 | 81% | 289 | 30% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 513 | 645 |
| SAT Math | 540 | 640 |
| SAT Writing | 510 | 615 |
| ACT Verbal | 20 | 27 |
| ACT Math | 20 | 26 |
| ACT Composite | 21 | 27 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | recommended |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 14% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 94% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 26,614 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 26,614 |
| Room and board | $ 7,392 |
| Room charge | $ 3,832 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,778 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,200 |
| Other expenses | $ 650 |
Financial Aid:
Hamline participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 235400)
Hamline has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 51 | 36 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 8 | 11 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 32 | 36 |
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 | 2 | * | 0 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 6 | $66,457 | 6 | $71,907 |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 2 | * | 12 | $53,680 |
| Instructor | calendar year | 2 | * | 6 | $44,339 |
| No academic rank | calendar year | 2 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 14 | $67,036 | 25 | $56,826 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 45 | $87,253 | 19 | $80,702 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 14 | $69,698 | 26 | $65,048 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 16 | $48,108 | 8 | $55,344 |
| Instructor | academic year | 2 | * | 5 | $46,462 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 77 | $74,917 | 58 | $67,236 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference |
| Basketball | Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference |
| Baseball | Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference |
| Track | Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration and Management, General
Business, Management, Marketing & Related Support Services, Other
International Business/Trade/Commerce
Non-Profit/Public/Organizational Management
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Studies
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Visual and Performing Arts, Other
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Education, General
Education, Other
Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education
Social Studies Teacher Education
Teacher Education, Multiple Levels
Teaching English as Second/Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Public Administration
Public Administration and Social Service Professions, Other
FINE ARTS
Art History, Criticism and Conservation
Fine/Studio Arts, General
LAW
Law (LLB, JD)
Legal Assistant/Paralegal
Legal Professions and Studies, Other
Legal Research and Advanced Professional Studies, Other
Pre-Law Studies
LIBERAL ARTS
Anthropology
Creative Writing
East Asian Studies
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
French Language and Literature
German Language and Literature
History, General
International Relations and Affairs
Latin American Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution
Political Science and Government, General
Social Sciences, Other
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
Urban Studies/Affairs
Women's Studies
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
MUSIC
Music Performance, General
Music, General
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Health and Physical Education, General
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
Religion/Religious Studies
SCIENCE
Biochemistry
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Physics, General
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
Forensic Science and Technology
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Hamline Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in law (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% |  |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 18% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
| Student SAT scores (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
United Methodist affiliation Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (air force) NCAA athletic conference member
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