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Methodist University, also known as MU, was established in 1956. The institution was initially called the Methodist College, and changed to its present name in the year 2006. It is a private institute and is situated in Fayetteville, North Carolina. The campus is spread across an area of 600 acres. The University offers more than 70 majors in diverse subjects. MU awards several associate's, bachelor’s and master’s degrees. The diverse student body of MU includes students representing more than 40 states and over 30 countries around the world. The university has the following schools:
MU has over 15 varsity teams. They compete in the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division III and are known as Monarchs. They participate in basketball, baseball, and golf among others.
Students attend Methodist University in Fayetteville, NC, a medium-sized city. The school is proud of its United Methodist status. Methodist University is a private, not-for-profit institution. The school degrees go up to the Master's degree.
Methodist University is known for its programs in business and management and nutrition and exercise therapy.
The school is selective and does not offer open admission. Three quarters of students in 2007-2008 had SAT verbal scores of at least 430. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 450 and 570.
The school maintains a faculty/student ratio (full-time) which is better than most colleges. Methodist University has a tenure system for senior faculty.
There are 2,118 students at the school (as of 2007-2008).
A lot of students at Methodist University attend part-time. The school offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. Methodist University offers students meal plans. The school values student athletics, and belongs to the USA South Atlantic Conference.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Methodist University, historically supported by the North Carolina Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church, owes its origin and values to the life and teachings of Jesus Christ. The college is committed to an ecumenical spirit, respects diversity, and recognizes the dignity and worth of all human beings. The collegeÆs programs are based on the conviction that a liberally educated person is sensitive to the needs and rights of others. Methodist University affirms the importance of intellectual values and ethical principles such as truth, virtue, justice, and love. The college community seeks to develop whole persons who will contribute substantially and creatively to the professions and to civic life. Therefore, Methodist College provides opportunities for spiritual, academic, and social growth, to the end that students may acquire enlightened minds and responsible spirits, as well as a continuing thirst for knowledge.
The purpose of Methodist University is to provide an undergraduate and graduate education firmly grounded in the liberal arts tradition that nurtures moral values and ethical decision making; to provide distinctive professional and graduate programs that complement the undergraduate programs; to provide educational and cultural services and resources to the community; and to prepare students for a variety of careers and educational pursuits."
More complete details are provided below.
Methodist University
5400 Ramsey St
Fayetteville, NC 28311-1420
General Phone: (910) 630-7000
http://www.methodist.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business and Management | 158 | business administration, business management, accounting, marketing, finance, marketing studies, accounting and related services |
| Liberal Arts | 53 | sociology, political science, history, liberal arts and sciences, Spanish language, English, international relations |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 30 | health and physical education, athletic trainer, health and fitness, sports and fitness management, exercise science |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 25 | criminal justice and administration, criminal justice and safety, forensic science |
| Education and Teaching | 25 | elementary school teaching, middle school teaching, special ed, music teaching, physical education teaching |
| Medical Support and Technology | 24 | physician assistant |
| Science | 21 | biological and biomedical sciences, biology, chemistry |
| Family and Social Work | 18 | social work |
| Therapy and Counseling | 9 | psychology, psychology courses |
| Media | 8 | communication studies, organizational communications |
| Engineering Technician | 6 | environmental control tech |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 3 | computer science, computer and info science courses |
| Mathematics | 3 | mathematics |
| Music | 2 | music, music performance |
| Fine Arts | 1 | ceramics |
| Religion and Philosophy | 1 | religion |
Number of programs and degrees for Methodist University in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 324 | 41 |
| Master's degree | 48 | 3 |
| Associate's degree | 15 | 8 |
In 2007-2008, Methodist University had a total enrollment of 2,118 students (1,934 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 69% |
| Women | 31% |
| Full-Time | 97% |
| Part-Time | 3% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 95% |
| Graduate | 5% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 58% |
| Black | 18% |
| Hispanic | 6% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 11% |
| (Foreign Students) | 4% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 29% |
| 20-21 | 23% |
| 22-24 | 19% |
| 25-29 | 10% |
| 30-34 | 6% |
| 35-39 | 5% |
| 40-49 | 6% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| North Carolina | 48% |
| Florida | 9% |
| Virginia | 7% |
| Pennsylvania | 5% |
| (International Students) | 5% |
| New York | 4% |
| Ohio | 3% |
| Massachusetts | 3% |
| New Jersey | 3% |
| Georgia | 2% |
| Maryland | 2% |
| South Carolina | 2% |
| Delaware | 1% |
| Connecticut | 1% |
| Illinois | 1% |
| Texas | 1% |
| Maine | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 57 % |
| Part-Time | 11 % |
Methodist University offers campus housing for 991 of its 1,934 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Fayetteville, 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 | 2,484 | 1,811 | 73% | 437 | 24% |
| Men | 1,608 | 1,188 | 74% | 301 | 25% |
| Women | 876 | 623 | 71% | 136 | 22% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 430 | 530 |
| SAT Math | 450 | 570 |
| SAT Writing | 410 | 520 |
| ACT Verbal | 15 | 22 |
| ACT Math | 17 | 24 |
| ACT Composite | 18 | 23 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 75% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 32% |
| 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 | $ 21,520 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 21,520 |
| Room and board | $ 7,990 |
| Room charge | $ 4,030 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,960 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,200 |
| Other expenses | $ 6,625 |
Financial Aid:
Methodist University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 294600)
Methodist University has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 17 | 13 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 33 | 28 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 15 | 21 |
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 | 2 | * | 0 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 3 | $79,300 | 0 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 4 | $63,413 | 4 | $53,788 |
| Instructor | calendar year | 0 | * | 3 | $51,250 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 9 | $71,261 | 7 | $52,700 |
*: 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 | 18 | $61,667 | 15 | $54,575 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 14 | $51,804 | 14 | $47,464 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 16 | $51,434 | 15 | $46,688 |
| Instructor | academic year | 8 | $47,577 | 11 | $38,714 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 56 | $54,264 | 55 | $47,442 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | USA South Atlantic Conference |
| Basketball | USA South Atlantic Conference |
| Baseball | USA South Atlantic Conference |
| Track | USA South Atlantic Conference |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Accounting and Related Services, Other
Business Administration and Management, General
Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other
Finance, General
Marketing, Other
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Science
Computer and Information Sciences, Other
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
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
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians, Other
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Social Work
FINE ARTS
Ceramic Arts and Ceramics
LIBERAL ARTS
English Language and Literature, General
History, General
International Relations and Affairs
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Organizational Communication, General
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Physician Assistant
MUSIC
Music Performance, General
Music, General
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Athletic Training/Trainer
Health and Physical Education, General
Health and Physical Education/Fitness, Other
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Religion/Religious Studies
SCIENCE
Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Other
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
Forensic Science and Technology
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Methodist University Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% |  |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| % of degrees in nutrition and exercise therapy (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 15% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
United Methodist affiliation 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 part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army, air force) NCAA athletic conference member
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