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Lincoln College is a private, co-educational, liberal arts college situated in Illinois, United States. The college has two campuses known as the Lincoln Campus and the Normal campus. The college was established in 1865 by the Cumberland Presbyterian Church as an institution of higher learning. The Lincoln Campus is the older of the two and is spread across 60 acres. Lincoln College-Normal Campus opened in 1979 and awards bachelor’s degrees in arts and science. Students are offered associate’s degrees in arts and science, pre-medical programs, nursing program and global studies program at the Lincoln Campus.
Lincoln College is a member of the National Junior College Athletic Association. The students participate in Division II level athletics. The athletic teams at Lincoln college are nicknamed as the Lynx. Some of the sports in which students participate include soccer, golf, volleyball, basketball, cross country, swimming, wrestling and track.
Lincoln College is in Lincoln, IL. Lincoln is a town not particularly near any major cities. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Lincoln College issues awards (degrees) up to the level of Bachelor's degree.
The school stays focused on a few key areas of study. Fields of study in vogue at Lincoln College include liberal arts.
Not all applicants to the school are accepted.
The most successful professors at Lincoln College are given tenure, encouraging them to stay with the school for a long time.
Approximately 1,266 students study at the school (in 2007-2008).
Lincoln College offers a real campus feel. The school makes housing available to a large share of its students. Students at Lincoln College can take advantage of the school's meal plans. Athletic scholarships or financial aid help the school attract student athletes.
More complete details are provided below.
Lincoln College
300 Keokuk St
Lincoln, IL 62656
http://www.lincolncollege.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 239 | liberal arts and sciences, general studies |
| Beauty and Cosmetology | 120 | cosmetology |
| Business and Management | 26 | business management, entrepreneurship |
| Hospitality | 9 | hospitality administration, travel services |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 3 | criminal justice and safety |
| Law | 0 | legal assistant |
| Medical Administration | 0 | medical secretary |
| Office and Administration | 0 | office data entry, office management |
| Education and Teaching | 0 | science teaching |
Number of programs and degrees for Lincoln College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 212 | 8 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 89 | 4 |
| Bachelor's degree | 65 | 4 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 31 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Lincoln College had a total enrollment of 1,266 students (1,216 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 47% |
| Women | 53% |
| Full-Time | 94% |
| Part-Time | 6% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 63% |
| Black | 27% |
| Hispanic | 4% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 6% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 2% |
| 18-19 | 55% |
| 20-21 | 17% |
| 22-24 | 11% |
| 25-29 | 6% |
| 30-34 | 3% |
| 35-39 | 2% |
| 40-49 | 2% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Illinois | 93% |
| Missouri | 1% |
| Wisconsin | 1% |
| Indiana | 1% |
| (International Students) | 1% |
Lincoln College offers campus housing for 770 of its 1,216 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Lincoln, Illinois for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Illinois Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 19 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1,488 | 1,152 | 77% | 538 | 47% |
| Men | 700 | 550 | 79% | 254 | 46% |
| Women | 788 | 602 | 76% | 284 | 47% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| ACT Verbal | 14 | 19 |
| ACT Math | 15 | 19 |
| ACT Composite | 14 | 20 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | recommended |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 97% |
| 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 | $ 20,000 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 20,000 |
| Room and board | $ 6,200 |
| Room charge | $ 2,400 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,800 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,247 |
Financial Aid:
Lincoln College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 170900)
Lincoln College has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 8 | 10 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 11 | 28 |
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 | 2 | * | 0 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 2 | * | 6 | $43,545 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 11 | $44,616 | 12 | $48,303 |
| Instructor | academic year | 4 | $38,780 | 20 | $35,237 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 19 | $46,103 | 38 | $40,675 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 100 | 66 | 166 |
| Basketball | 16 | 13 | 29 |
| Track | 11 | 9 | 20 |
| Baseball | 18 | 0 | 18 |
| All Other Sports | 55 | 44 | 99 |
BEAUTY AND COSMETOLOGY
Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration and Management, General
Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education
HOSPITALITY
Hospitality Administration/Management, Other
Tourism and Travel Services Marketing Operations
LIBERAL ARTS
General Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Business/Office Automation/Technology/Data Entry
Office Management and Supervision
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Lincoln College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% |  |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| % students on athletic fin. aid (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers weekend classes Career counseling Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers remedial adult education Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching Offers athletic scholarships
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