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Louisburg College is located in a town not particularly near any major cities, in Louisburg, North Carolina. The school is officially a United Methodist school. Louisburg College is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degree levels at the school top out at the Associate's degree.
Students at Louisburg College often study science and liberal arts.
The admissions department at the school does not accept all those who apply. Most students' verbal SAT scores were in the range of 340 to 450 in 2005. A quarter of students admitted in 2005 scored 450 or higher on the math SAT. It's not unusual for students to find their classmates include those from other parts of the country.
The school's tenure system is geared toward rewarding and keeping the most valuable professors.
The school offers classes to 733 students (726 full-time equivalent).
Louisburg College has a residential or campus feel. Many students live in housing on or near campus. Louisburg College does offer meal plans to students. The school offers athletic financial aid to more of its students than do most colleges.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Related by faith to the United Methodist Church, Louisburg College is committed to offering a supportive community which nurtures young men and women intellectually, culturally, socially, physically, and spiritually. As a two-year residential institution, we provide a bridge for students to make a successful transition from high school to senior colleges and universities."
More complete details are provided below.
Louisburg College
501 N. Main St.
Louisburg, NC 27549-2399
General Phone: (919) 496-2521
Admissions Phone: (919) 497-3228
Financial Aid Phone: (919) 497-3203
http://www.louisburg.edu
Louisburg College awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 51 | liberal arts and sciences, history |
| Science | 7 | biology |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 2 | information science |
| Business And Management | 2 | business, business management |
| Law | 1 | pre-law |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 1 | pre-nursing |
Number of programs and degrees for Louisburg College in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 64 | 8 |
In 2005, Louisburg College had a total enrollment of 733 students (726 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 75% |
| Women | 25% |
| Full-Time | 99% |
| Part-Time | 1% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 47% |
| Black | 48% |
| Hispanic | 3% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 2% |
| 18-19 | 71% |
| 20-21 | 20% |
| 22-24 | 4% |
| 25-29 | 1% |
| 30-34 | 0% |
| 35-39 | 1% |
| 40-49 | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| North Carolina | 74% |
| Virginia | 15% |
| Foreign countries | 1% |
| South Carolina | 1% |
| Maryland | 1% |
| Pennsylvania | 1% |
| New York | 1% |
| New Hampshire | 1% |
| Puerto Rico | 1% |
| Rhode Island | 1% |
| Wisconsin | 1% |
| Delaware | 1% |
| Florida | 1% |
| New Jersey | 1% |
| West Virginia | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 54 % |
Louisburg College offers campus housing for 706 of its 726 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Louisburg, North Carolina for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other North Carolina 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 | 1,169 | 1,111 | 95% | 421 | 38% |
| Men | 779 | 740 | 95% | 317 | 43% |
| Women | 390 | 371 | 95% | 104 | 28% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 340 | 450 |
| SAT Math | 350 | 450 |
| ACT Verbal | 14 | 16 |
| ACT Math | 11 | 16 |
| ACT Composite | 14 | 17 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 86% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 10% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Admissions Phone Number: (919) 497-3228
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 11,465 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 11,465 |
| Room and board | $ 6,800 |
| Room charge | $ 4,240 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 2,560 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,200 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,000 |
Financial Aid:
Louisburg College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 294300)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (919) 497-3203
Louisburg College has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 8 | 5 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 12 | 8 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Associate professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Instructor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 2 | * | 1 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 6 | $40,637 | 3 | $43,667 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 0 | * | 2 | * |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 4 | $32,791 | 4 | $34,022 |
| Instructor | academic year | 7 | $31,225 | 3 | $34,058 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 17 | $34,915 | 12 | $37,077 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2004):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 55 | 49 | 104 |
| Basketball | 15 | 10 | 25 |
| Baseball | 22 | 0 | 22 |
| All Other Sports | 18 | 39 | 57 |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Commerce, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Information Science/Studies
LIBERAL ARTS
History, General
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Louisburg College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% |  |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | |
| % of students from other states (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 7% | |
| % students on athletic fin. aid (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| % of degrees in science (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| Number of students (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 18% | |
Notable:
United Methodist affiliation Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers campus housing 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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