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Kalamazoo, Michigan is home to Kalamazoo College. Kalamazoo is a small city. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degrees at Kalamazoo College go up to the Bachelor's degree.
Students at the school can choose among many degree programs. Students commonly pursue studies in mathematics, science, art studies, and liberal arts.
Prospective students are advised that admissions are not open to all; the school selects from among qualified applicants. Three quarters of students in 2005 had SAT verbal scores of at least 620. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 600 and 700. Since a large share of students are from out-of-state, you can assume the school has broad appeal.
Kalamazoo College maintains a faculty/student ratio (full-time) which is better than most colleges. The school has a tenure system for senior faculty. The full-time faculty at Kalamazoo College is well-paid, which often goes with faculty quality.
The school has 1,263 enrolled students (as of 2005).
Kalamazoo College has a residential or campus feel. The school offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. Kalamazoo College offers students meal plans. The school values student athletics, and belongs to the Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The mission of Kalamazoo College is to pepare its graduates to better understand, live successfully within, and provide enlightened leadership to a richly diverse and increasingly complex world."
More complete details are provided below.
Kalamazoo College
1200 Academy St
Kalamazoo, MI 49006-3295
General Phone: (269) 337-7000
Admissions Phone: (269) 337-7167
Financial Aid Phone: (269) 337-7192
http://www.kzoo.edu
Kalamazoo College awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 139 | economics, English, history, political science, social studies, Spanish language, sociology, area studies, ... |
| Science | 61 | biology, chemistry, physics |
| Therapy And Counseling | 26 | psychology |
| Medicine | 12 | health professions |
| Art Studies | 10 | art studies |
| Mathematics | 8 | mathematics |
| Religion And Philosophy | 6 | religion, philosophy |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 5 | computer and info science |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 4 | drama |
| Fine Arts | 0 | art history and criticism |
| Music | 0 | music |
Number of programs and degrees for Kalamazoo College in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 271 | 25 |
In 2005, Kalamazoo College had a total enrollment of 1,263 students (1,263 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 47% |
| Women | 53% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 80% |
| Black | 3% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 4% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Other Races | 10% |
| (Foreign Students) | 2% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 36% |
| 20-21 | 48% |
| 22-24 | 15% |
| 25-29 | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Michigan | 70% |
| Illinois | 8% |
| Ohio | 3% |
| Minnesota | 2% |
| Texas | 2% |
| Indiana | 1% |
| Missouri | 1% |
| California | 1% |
| Wisconsin | 1% |
| Massachusetts | 1% |
| Maryland | 1% |
| Pennsylvania | 1% |
| New York | 1% |
| Oregon | 1% |
| Alaska | 1% |
| Florida | 1% |
| Tennessee | 1% |
| Colorado | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 86 % |
Kalamazoo College offers campus housing for 854 of its 1,263 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Kalamazoo, Michigan for details about the area surrounding the campus.)
The school offers students a meal plan with 20 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1,669 | 1,133 | 68% | 367 | 32% |
| Men | 730 | 478 | 65% | 171 | 36% |
| Women | 939 | 655 | 70% | 196 | 30% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 620 | 700 |
| SAT Math | 600 | 700 |
| ACT Verbal | 26 | 31 |
| ACT Math | 25 | 30 |
| ACT Composite | 26 | 31 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | recommended |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 62% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 86% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Admissions Phone Number: (269) 337-7167
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 25,644 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 25,644 |
| Room and board | $ 6,708 |
| Room charge | $ 3,273 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,435 |
| Books and supplies | $ 825 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,290 |
Financial Aid:
Kalamazoo College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 227500)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (269) 337-7192
Kalamazoo College has a tenure system for faculty.
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 19 | $74,117 | 4 | $72,635 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 18 | $56,058 | 14 | $58,346 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 14 | $47,141 | 24 | $45,995 |
| Instructor | academic year | 2 | * | 7 | $40,591 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 53 | $59,671 | 49 | $50,926 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences (2005):
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association |
| Basketball | Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association |
| Baseball | Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association |
| Track | Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association |
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
FINE ARTS
Art History, Criticism and Conservation
LIBERAL ARTS
Area Studies, Other
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
French Language and Literature
German Language and Literature
History, General
Humanities/Humanistic Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Political Science and Government, General
Social Sciences, Other
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDICINE
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
Religion/Religious Studies
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Physics, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Kalamazoo College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in science (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% |  |
| Student SAT scores (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| % of degrees in mathematics (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| % of degrees in art studies (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 14% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 15% | |
| % of students from other states (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Career placement services Student employment services Option to study abroad Offers campus housing On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching NCAA athletic conference member
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