Chicago, IL is home to Lexington College. Chicago is a large city. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degrees at Lexington College go up to the Bachelor's degree.
Students commonly pursue studies in hospitality.
Prospective students are advised that admissions are not open to all; the school selects from among qualified applicants. The school attracts a lot of applicants every year, and can only accept about 50% of them (as of 2007-2008).
Lexington College maintains a faculty/student ratio (full-time) which is better than most colleges.
The school has 57 enrolled students (as of 2007-2008). Lexington College has a large minority student population. A very high share of students at the school are female.
More complete details are provided below.
Lexington College
310 South Peoria
Chicago, IL 60607-3534
General Phone: (312) 226-6294
http://www.lexingtoncollege.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Hospitality | 9 | hospitality management |
Number of programs and degrees for Lexington College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 7 | 1 |
| Associate's degree | 2 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Lexington College had a total enrollment of 57 students (53 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 0% |
| Women | 100% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 36% |
| Black | 30% |
| Hispanic | 23% |
| Asian | 3% |
| American Indian | 2% |
| Unknown | 2% |
| (Foreign Students) | 5% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 32% |
| 20-21 | 18% |
| 22-24 | 23% |
| 25-29 | 19% |
| 30-34 | 4% |
| 35-39 | 4% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Illinois | 50% |
| Texas | 25% |
| Missouri | 25% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 75 % |
| Part-Time | 100 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Chicago, 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 | 38 | 19 | 50% | 7 | 37% |
| Women | 38 | 19 | 50% | 7 | 37% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| ACT Verbal | 16 | 21 |
| ACT Math | 17 | 19 |
| ACT Composite | 18 | 22 |
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 | 14% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 86% |
| 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 | $ 22,770 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 22,770 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,500 |
Financial Aid:
Lexington College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2527600)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 0 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | academic year | 0 | * | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 0 | * | 2 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Lexington College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Female % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of degrees in hospitality (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | ![]() |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | ![]() |
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | ![]() |
Notable:
Offers credit for life experience
Grants credits for AP courses
Career counseling
Career services
Student employment services
Remedial classes for students
Option to study abroad
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
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