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Lindenwood University or LU is a dynamic four-year liberal arts institution dedicated to excellence in higher education. The campus is spread across an area of 500 acres. Founded in 1827 by George and Mary Easton Sibley, it is the second-oldest higher-education institution west of the Mississippi River. LU offers more than 120 undergraduate and graduate degree programs through the following academic divisions:
The sports teams of Lindenwood University are known as the Lions. LU is a member of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA). Some of the notable alumni of LU are DeDe Dorsey, Professional football player with the Cincinnati Bengals and Shandi Finnessey, Miss USA 2004.
Lindenwood is in Saint Charles, MO. Saint Charles is a small city. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Lindenwood issues awards (degrees) up to the level of Doctoral degree.
The school offers many areas of study. Fields of study in vogue at Lindenwood include business and management and education and teaching.
Not all applicants to the school are accepted. The top quarter of students at Lindenwood scored at least 490 on the verbal SAT test. Students' math SAT scores were most often in the range 480 to 560 in 2007-2008.
Approximately 9,633 students study at the school (in 2007-2008).
Lindenwood makes housing available to a large share of its students. Students at the school can take advantage of the school's meal plans. Students participate in Heart of America Athletic Conference athletics.
More complete details are provided below.
Lindenwood University
209 S Kingshighway
Saint Charles, MO 63301-1695
General Phone: (636) 949-2000
http://www.lindenwood.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business and Management | 933 | business, human resources, marketing, business management, finance, international business, non-profit management, accounting, ... |
| Education and Teaching | 931 | educational administration, education, education courses, school counseling, elementary school teaching, superintendency and administration, physical education teaching, early childhood education, ... |
| Therapy and Counseling | 158 | counseling psychology, psychology, school psychology, educational psychology |
| Media | 120 | mass communication, communication studies, advertising, journalism, communication and journalism, media studies |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 111 | criminology, criminal justice and administration, fire services administration |
| Liberal Arts | 75 | history, political science, English, English language and literature, library science, general studies, international relations, Spanish language, ... |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 45 | information technology, computer science, computer and info science, computer and info science courses |
| Fine Arts | 41 | fine arts, fine arts studies, art history and criticism |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 39 | athletic trainer, sports and fitness management |
| Medical Administration | 37 | health care administration, health and medical administrative |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 26 | dance, drama, acting, stagecraft, theatre design, theatre arts management, directing, dance courses |
| Science | 24 | biology, chemistry, environmental biology |
| Religion and Philosophy | 13 | Christian studies, religion, philosophy, bible studies, religious studies |
| Design | 12 | fashion design |
| Family and Social Work | 11 | social work, public administration, human services |
| Photography and Commercial Art | 8 | multimedia |
| Art Studies | 6 | arts management, visual and performing arts |
| Medicine | 6 | gerontology |
| Mathematics | 5 | mathematics |
| Music | 5 | various music studies, music, music theory and composition, music performance |
| Hospitality | 0 | hospitality management |
| Funeral and Mortuary Science | 0 | funeral and mortuary |
Number of programs and degrees for Lindenwood in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Master's degree | 1,420 | 39 |
| Bachelor's degree | 1,144 | 86 |
| Post-master's certificate | 40 | 1 |
| Doctor's degree | 2 | 1 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 0 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Lindenwood had a total enrollment of 9,633 students (9,229 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 49% |
| Women | 51% |
| Full-Time | 99% |
| Part-Time | 1% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 50% |
| Graduate | 50% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 65% |
| Black | 14% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 13% |
| (Foreign Students) | 6% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 12% |
| 20-21 | 15% |
| 22-24 | 18% |
| 25-29 | 17% |
| 30-34 | 11% |
| 35-39 | 8% |
| 40-49 | 11% |
| 50-64 | 5% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Missouri | 63% |
| (International Students) | 16% |
| Illinois | 9% |
| Texas | 2% |
| Florida | 1% |
| State unknown | 1% |
| Kansas | 1% |
| Michigan | 1% |
| Indiana | 1% |
| Oklahoma | 1% |
| Ohio | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 62 % |
| Part-Time | 50 % |
Lindenwood offers campus housing for 3,550 of its 9,229 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of St. Charles, Missouri for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Missouri 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 | 4,020 | 1,598 | 40% | 1,075 | 67% |
| Men | 1,963 | 703 | 36% | 528 | 75% |
| Women | 2,057 | 895 | 44% | 547 | 61% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 410 | 490 |
| SAT Math | 480 | 560 |
| SAT Writing | 420 | 460 |
| ACT Verbal | 18 | 24 |
| ACT Math | 17 | 23 |
| ACT Composite | 20 | 24 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | recommended |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 6% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 79% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | not required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 12,980 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 12,980 |
| Room and board | $ 6,860 |
| Books and supplies | $ 3,000 |
| Other expenses | $ 12,400 |
Financial Aid:
Lindenwood participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 248000)
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 | 8 | $87,792 | 7 | $93,475 |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 25 | $73,474 | 7 | $64,791 |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 25 | $62,447 | 37 | $58,605 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 58 | $70,696 | 51 | $64,240 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 16 | $68,171 | 11 | $58,249 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 9 | $59,487 | 11 | $52,820 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 22 | $51,523 | 21 | $48,754 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 47 | $58,715 | 43 | $52,223 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Heart of America Athletic Conference |
| Basketball | Heart of America Athletic Conference |
| Baseball | Heart of America Athletic Conference |
| Track | Heart of America Athletic Conference |
ART STUDIES
Arts Management
Visual and Performing Arts, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Actuarial Science
Business Administration and Management, General
Business, Management, Marketing & Related Support Services, Other
Business/Commerce, General
Business/Corporate Communications
Finance, General
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
International Business/Trade/Commerce
Management Information Systems, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Non-Profit/Public/Organizational Management
Retailing and Retail Operations
Sales, Distribution, and Marketing Operations, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Science
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Computer and Information Sciences, Other
Information Technology
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Acting
Dance, General
Dance, Other
Directing and Theatrical Production
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
Dramatic/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft, Other
Technical Theatre/Theatre Design and Technology
Theatre/Theatre Arts Management
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Education, General
Education, Other
Education/Teaching Individuals - Early Childhood Spec Ed Pgms
Educational Administration and Supervision, Other
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Educational, Instructional, and Curriculum Supervision
Elementary Education and Teaching
Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
Music Teacher Education
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Special Education and Teaching, General
Special Education and Teaching, Other
Superintendency and Educational System Administration
Teacher Education, Multiple Levels
Technology Teacher Education/Industrial Arts Teacher Education
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Human Services, General
Public Administration
Social Work
FINE ARTS
Art History, Criticism and Conservation
Fine Arts and Art Studies, Other
Fine/Studio Arts, General
FUNERAL AND MORTUARY SCIENCE
Funeral Service and Mortuary Science, General
HOSPITALITY
Hospitality Administration/Management, General
LIBERAL ARTS
American/United States Studies/Civilization
Anthropology
Economics, Other
English Language and Literature, General
English Language and Literature/Letters, Other
French Language and Literature
General Studies
History, General
International Relations and Affairs
Library Science/Librarianship
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Advertising
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Communication and Media Studies, Other
Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs, Other
Journalism
Mass Communication/Media Studies
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Health and Medical Administrative Services, Other
Health/Health Care Administration/Management
MUSIC
Music Performance, General
Music Theory and Composition
Music, General
Music, Other
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Athletic Training/Trainer
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
PHOTOGRAPHY AND COMMERCIAL ART
Intermedia/Multimedia
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Bible/Biblical Studies
Christian Studies
Philosophy
Religion/Religious Studies
Religion/Religious Studies, Other
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Environmental Biology
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
Criminology
Fire Services Administration
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Counseling Psychology
Educational Psychology
Psychology, General
School Psychology
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Lindenwood Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% |  |
| % of degrees in education and teaching (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| % students 40 years or older (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 19% | |
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Student employment services Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Has ROTC (army)
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