Maria College is located in Albany, NY (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, nursing and emergency medicine, and nutrition and exercise therapy.
Maria College does not offer open admission. Three quarters of students in 2007 had SAT verbal scores of at least 400. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 390 and 510. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.
The school maintains a faculty/student ratio (full-time) which is better than most colleges. Maria College has a tenure system for senior faculty.
The school had 752 enrolled students in 2007. A large number of students at Maria College are 40 years old or older. A very high share of students at the school are female.
A lot of students at Maria College attend part-time.
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
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 107 | registered nursing, licensed practical nurse |
| Liberal Arts | 15 | liberal arts and sciences, liberal arts and humanities |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 13 | occupational therapist assistant |
| Medicine | 11 | health professions |
| Education And Teaching | 10 | teacher aide |
| Business And Management | 9 | business and related services, business management, accounting technology |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 3 | computer and info science |
| Law | 1 | legal secretary |
Number of programs and degrees for Maria College in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 136 | 9 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 33 | 3 |
In 2007, Maria College had a total enrollment of 752 students (416 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 11% |
| Women | 89% |
| Full-Time | 58% |
| Part-Time | 42% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 70% |
| Black | 20% |
| Hispanic | 3% |
| Asian | 3% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 2% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 9% |
| 20-21 | 8% |
| 22-24 | 12% |
| 25-29 | 20% |
| 30-34 | 14% |
| 35-39 | 11% |
| 40-49 | 16% |
| 50-64 | 7% |
| 65+ | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 42 % |
| Part-Time | 67 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Albany, New York for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other New York Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 257 | 162 | 63% | 104 | 64% |
| Men | 25 | 14 | 56% | 11 | 79% |
| Women | 232 | 148 | 64% | 93 | 63% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 400 | 500 |
| SAT Math | 390 | 510 |
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 | 34% |
| 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 | $ 8,160 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 8,160 |
| 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.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 3 | 7 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 1 | 15 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 0 | 7 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| Instructor | calendar year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 1 | * | 2 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 2 | * | 1 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 0 | * | 2 | * |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 0 | * | 7 | $42,872 |
| Instructor | academic year | 1 | * | 16 | $39,018 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 3 | $51,414 | 27 | $41,912 |
*: 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
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
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 full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | ![]() |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | ![]() |
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 7% | ![]() |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in medicine (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 11% | ![]() |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in nursing and emergency medicine (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | ![]() |
| Number of degree programs (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 12% | ![]() |
| Number of students (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 14% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in nutrition and exercise therapy (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | ![]() |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 18% | ![]() |
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
Remedial classes for students
Offers remedial adult education
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
Tenure system for quality teaching
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