Students attend Hebrew Theological College in Skokie, IL, a small city. The school is proud of its Jewish status. Hebrew Theological College is a private, not-for-profit institution. The school degrees go up to the Bachelor's degree.
Hebrew Theological College is known for its programs in religion and philosophy.
The school is selective and does not offer open admission. Three quarters of students in 2007-2008 had SAT verbal scores of at least 535. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 575 and 645.
There are 422 students at the school (as of 2007-2008). A very high share of students at Hebrew Theological College are female.
The school has a residential or campus feel. Hebrew Theological College offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges.
More complete details are provided below.
Hebrew Theological College
7135 N Carpenter Rd
Skokie, IL 60077
General Phone: (847) 982-2500
http://www.htc.edu/
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Religion and Philosophy | 37 | Jewish studies, rabinnical studies |
| Education and Teaching | 1 | teacher education and development |
| Office and Administration | 0 | data entry |
Number of programs and degrees for Hebrew Theological College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 36 | 1 |
| First-professional degree | 1 | 1 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 1 | 2 |
In 2007-2008, Hebrew Theological College had a total enrollment of 422 students (451 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 5% |
| Women | 95% |
| Full-Time | 99% |
| Part-Time | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 78% |
| 20-21 | 11% |
| 22-24 | 9% |
| 25-29 | 1% |
| 30-34 | 0% |
| 40-49 | 0% |
| 50-64 | 0% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 5 % |
Hebrew Theological College offers campus housing for 250 of its 451 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Skokie, Illinois for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Illinois Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 391 | 380 | 97% | 375 | 99% |
| Men | 23 | 18 | 78% | 17 | 94% |
| Women | 368 | 362 | 98% | 358 | 99% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 535 | 640 |
| SAT Math | 575 | 645 |
| SAT Writing | 520 | 620 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | recommended |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 80% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 17,605 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 17,605 |
| Room and board | $ 8,620 |
| Room charge | $ 2,930 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 5,690 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,200 |
| Other expenses | $ 4,515 |
Financial Aid:
Hebrew Theological College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 168500)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 8 | 3 |
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 | calendar year | 4 | $78,905 | 2 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 4 | $66,293 | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 8 | $72,599 | 3 | $58,630 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Teacher Education/Profess Development, Subject Areas, Other
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Data Entry/Microcomputer Applications, General
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Jewish/Judaic Studies
Rabbinical Studies (MHL/Rav)
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Hebrew Theological College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 7% | ![]() |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | ![]() |
| Student SAT scores (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | ![]() |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 16% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in religion and philosophy (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | ![]() |
Notable:
Jewish affiliation
Accepts some high school credits
Offers credit for life experience
Grants credits for AP courses
Career counseling
Career services
Option to study abroad
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
Offers campus housing
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