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Maria College is located in Albany, New York (a small city). The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. The highest degree level offered by Maria College is the Associate's degree.
The school is known for its programs in medicine, education and teaching, nursing and emergency medicine, and nutrition and exercise therapy.
Maria College does not offer open admission. Three quarters of students in 2005 had SAT verbal scores of at least 380. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 400 and 460.
Maria College maintains a faculty/student ratio (full-time) which is better than most colleges. The school has a tenure system for senior faculty.
Maria College had 762 enrolled students in 2005. A large number of students at the school are 40 years old or older. A very high share of students at Maria College are female.
A lot of students at the school attend part-time.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Maria College is an independent, two-year college offering Associate degree programs in Allied Health, Business, Early Childhood Education, Computer Information Systems, Liberal Arts, General Studies, and Certificate programs in Gerontology, Bereavement Studies, and Complementary Therapy. Its curriculum is grounded in the humanities, seeking to instill in its graduates respect for the dignity of each person and the ability to transform learned skills into caring service. The ideal of service to others is rooted in the Judeo-Christian tradition and the ideals of the Sisters of Mercy who founded the college. The intent of the College is to deliver these programs with high academic standards and convenient scheduling formats for students of any age who will benefit from small classes and a warm, encouraging environment."
More complete details are provided below.
Maria College Of Albany
700 New Scotland Ave
Albany, NY 12208
General Phone: (518) 438-3111
http://www.mariacollege.edu
Maria College awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 93 | registered nursing |
| Liberal Arts | 19 | liberal arts and sciences, liberal arts and humanities |
| Education And Teaching | 15 | teacher aide |
| Medicine | 12 | health professions |
| Business And Management | 9 | business and related services, business management, accounting technology |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 7 | occupational therapist assistant |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 4 | computer and info science |
| Law | 0 | legal secretary |
Number of programs and degrees for Maria College in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 142 | 9 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 17 | 2 |
In 2005, Maria College had a total enrollment of 762 students (434 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 12% |
| Women | 88% |
| Full-Time | 57% |
| Part-Time | 43% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 74% |
| Black | 17% |
| Hispanic | 3% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Other Races | 4% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 11% |
| 20-21 | 8% |
| 22-24 | 12% |
| 25-29 | 20% |
| 30-34 | 15% |
| 35-39 | 11% |
| 40-49 | 15% |
| 50-64 | 7% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| New York | 99% |
| Vermont | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 64 % |
| Part-Time | 92 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Albany, New York for details about the area surrounding the campus.)
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 258 | 172 | 67% | 119 | 69% |
| Men | 30 | 25 | 83% | 14 | 56% |
| Women | 228 | 147 | 64% | 105 | 71% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 380 | 490 |
| SAT Math | 400 | 460 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | required |
| 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 | 31% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 1% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 7,560 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 7,560 |
| Books and supplies | $ 800 |
Financial Aid:
Maria College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 276300)
Maria College has a tenure system for faculty.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 2 | * |
| Instructor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 0 | * | 4 | $46,290 |
*: 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 | 2 | * | 0 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 0 | * | 4 | $42,005 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 0 | * | 8 | $37,545 |
| Instructor | academic year | 1 | * | 10 | $33,947 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 3 | $45,188 | 23 | $36,586 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
Business Administration and Management, General
Business, Management, Marketing & Related Support Services, Other
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Teacher Assistant/Aide
LAW
Legal Administrative Assistant/Secretary
LIBERAL ARTS
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
MEDICINE
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Occupational Therapist Assistant
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Maria College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% |  |
| % of degrees in nutrition and exercise therapy (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 6% | |
| % of degrees in medicine (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 7% | |
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 8% | |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| % of degrees in nursing and emergency medicine (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| Number of students (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 16% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in education and teaching (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 18% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career placement services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers remedial adult education Offers part-time study On-campus library Tenure system for quality teaching
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