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Chicago, Illinois is home to Lexington College. Chicago is a large city. Students select the school partly because it is a Roman Catholic school. Lexington College is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degrees at the school 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. Lexington College attracts a lot of applicants every year, and can only accept about 51% of them (as of 2005).
The school maintains a faculty/student ratio (full-time) which is better than most colleges.
Lexington College has 56 enrolled students (as of 2005). The school has a large minority student population. A very high share of students at Lexington College 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
Lexington College awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Hospitality | 7 | hospitality management |
Number of programs and degrees for Lexington College in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 4 | 1 |
| Associate's degree | 3 | 1 |
In 2005, Lexington College had a total enrollment of 56 students (49 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 0% |
| Women | 100% |
| Full-Time | 93% |
| Part-Time | 7% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 16% |
| Black | 45% |
| Hispanic | 31% |
| Asian | 2% |
| (Foreign Students) | 6% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 33% |
| 20-21 | 20% |
| 22-24 | 14% |
| 25-29 | 12% |
| 30-34 | 4% |
| 35-39 | 6% |
| 40-49 | 6% |
| 50-64 | 4% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Illinois | 83% |
| Wisconsin | 11% |
| Foreign countries | 6% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 80 % |
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 | 37 | 19 | 51% | 15 | 79% |
| Women | 37 | 19 | 51% | 15 | 79% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| ACT Verbal | 13 | 18 |
| ACT Math | 15 | 17 |
| ACT Composite | 15 | 18 |
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 ACT | 73% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 16,775 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 16,775 |
| Books and supplies | $ 2,000 |
Financial Aid:
Lexington College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2527600)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | calendar year | 0 | * | 4 | $40,513 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 0 | * | 4 | $40,513 |
*: 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 10% | |
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| % students 40 years or older (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 19% | |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Roman Catholic affiliation Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Career placement services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers part-time study On-campus library
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