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Hanover College is a private, co-educational, liberal arts college. It is located in Hanover, Indiana, United States. The college was established by Rev. John Finley Crowe in 1827. Hanover College is based on a 650-acre campus on the banks of the Ohio River. Academics at Hanover College include undergraduate majors in pre-professional programs and specialized study programs, which are offered through the Centers of Excellence. The Centers of Excellence at Hanover College are:
Hanover College is a member of the NCAA’s Division III and the Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference. The varsity athletics teams of the college participate in sports like baseball, basketball, cross country, golf, soccer and football. The athletic teams are nicknamed the Panthers.
Hanover is in a town not particularly near any major cities, in Hanover, IN. The school has a Presbyterian Church (USA) religious affiliation. Hanover is classified as a private, not-for-profit college. Students at the school earn degrees up to the Bachelor's degree.
There are more programs of study at Hanover than you'll find at most colleges of similar size. The most common major fields study at the school include science, mathematics, fine arts, and liberal arts.
Hanover does not admit all applicants. The middle range of verbal SAT scores in 2007-2008 was 500 to 630 for students at the school. While math SAT scores among applicants varied, those accepted commonly had scores between 510 and 610.
One indicator of school quality is the number of students per professor, and here Hanover does well in comparison to most schools. Some professors at the school are awarded tenure, allowing the school to retain good faculty members. Faculty salaries at Hanover are higher than most.
The school, in 2007-2008, had 929 students (936 full-time equivalent).
Hanover is not thought of as a commuter school, and many students live on campus or nearby. Dorm living is common. Athletic teams at Hanover belong to the Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference for major sports.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Hanover College is dedicated to creating a distinctive intellectual community within which students are challenged and nurtured to take responsibility for their learning and their lives and to develop their unique abilities to their highest levels."
More complete details are provided below.
Hanover College
359 LaGrange Road
Hanover, IN 47243-0108
General Phone: (812) 866-7000
http://www.hanover.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 91 | history, English, sociology, political science, economics, Spanish language, international studies, anthropology, ... |
| Science | 45 | biology, geology, chemistry, physics |
| Therapy And Counseling | 29 | psychology |
| Media | 20 | communication studies |
| Business And Management | 17 | business management, marketing |
| Religion And Philosophy | 17 | theology, philosophy, ethics |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 15 | exercise science |
| Fine Arts | 10 | fine arts, art history and criticism |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 10 | drama |
| Mathematics | 6 | mathematics |
| Education And Teaching | 5 | physical education teaching, elementary school teaching |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 4 | computer science |
| Music | 2 | music |
Number of programs and degrees for Hanover in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 271 | 32 |
In 2007-2008, Hanover had a total enrollment of 929 students (936 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 42% |
| Women | 58% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 85% |
| Black | 1% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 6% |
| (Foreign Students) | 4% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 41% |
| 20-21 | 49% |
| 22-24 | 8% |
| 25-29 | 1% |
| 30-34 | 0% |
| 35-39 | 0% |
| 40-49 | 0% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 77 % |
Hanover offers campus housing for 984 of its 936 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Hanover, Indiana for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Indiana Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 2,180 | 1,463 | 67% | 328 | 22% |
| Men | 1,038 | 635 | 61% | 139 | 22% |
| Women | 1,142 | 828 | 72% | 189 | 23% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 500 | 630 |
| SAT Math | 510 | 610 |
| SAT Writing | 480 | 590 |
| ACT Composite | 22 | 28 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 58% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 41% |
| 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 | $ 25,220 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 25,220 |
| Room and board | $ 7,500 |
| Room charge | $ 3,650 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,850 |
| Books and supplies | $ 900 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,500 |
Financial Aid:
Hanover participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 180100)
Hanover has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 42 | 22 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 16 | 10 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 1 | 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 | academic year | 24 | $80,371 | 13 | $73,642 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 24 | $57,382 | 13 | $55,364 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 11 | $53,768 | 7 | $47,584 |
| Instructor | academic year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 59 | $66,060 | 34 | $60,358 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference |
| Basketball | Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference |
| Baseball | Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference |
| Track | Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration and Management, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Science
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Elementary Education and Teaching
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
FINE ARTS
Art History, Criticism and Conservation
Fine/Studio Arts, General
LIBERAL ARTS
Anthropology
Classics/Classical Languages, Lit & Linguistics, General
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
French Language and Literature
Germanic Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, General
History, General
International/Global Studies
Medieval and Renaissance Studies
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Ethics
Philosophy
Theology/Theological Studies
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Geology/Earth Science, General
Physics, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Hanover Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in mathematics (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | |
| % of degrees in science (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 10% | |
| Student SAT scores (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 16% | |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
| % of degrees in fine arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 18% | |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 18% | |
Notable:
Presbyterian Church (USA) affiliation Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Career services Student employment services Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching NCAA athletic conference member
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