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Midway College was established in 1847, and was originally known as the Female Orphan School. Located in Midway, Kentucky, it is only college for women in the State. The sprawling campus of Midway College sits on 200 acres of land. In addition to the Women’s College, Midway College also operates the following divisions:
Midway College offers a large number of majors and minors in the fields of English, biology, chemistry, psychology, and equine studies, among others. Several teacher education certifications are also available.
The athletics department of Midway College sponsors a special equestrian team which is known as the Western IHSA Team. The students also participate in other sports including basketball, cross country, soccer, softball, tennis, track and field, and volleyball. These teams are called the Eagles, and they participate in the KIAC and the NAIA.
Midway College is in Midway, KY. Midway is a rural area. The school is classified as a Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) college. Midway College is a private, not-for-profit institution. The school issues awards (degrees) up to the level of Bachelor's degree.
Fields of study in vogue at Midway College include animal science and care and education and teaching.
Not all applicants to the school are accepted.
The most successful professors at Midway College are given tenure, encouraging them to stay with the school for a long time.
Approximately 1,422 students study at the school (in 2007). Many of the students at Midway College are in their forties, or even older. The school is a largely female school.
Part-time study is common at Midway College. Students at the school can take advantage of the school's meal plans. Students participate in Kentucky Intercollegiate Athletic Conference athletics.
More complete details are provided below.
Midway College
512 E. Stephens St
Midway, KY 40347-1120
General Phone: (859) 846-4421
http://www.midway.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Education And Teaching | 112 | elementary school teaching, biology teaching, English teaching, middle school teaching, math teaching, special ed |
| Business And Management | 79 | organizational behavior, business, human resources |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 45 | registered nursing |
| Animal Science And Care | 23 | equestrian studies |
| Medical Administration | 13 | health care administration |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 12 | data processing tech, computer and info science |
| Science | 5 | biology, ecology |
| Liberal Arts | 2 | interdisciplinary studies, English |
| Therapy And Counseling | 1 | psychology |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 1 | sports and fitness management |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 0 | security and protective services |
| Mathematics | 0 | mathematics |
Number of programs and degrees for Midway College in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 240 | 21 |
| Associate's degree | 53 | 4 |
In 2007, Midway College had a total enrollment of 1,422 students (1,181 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 62% |
| Part-Time | 38% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 86% |
| Black | 7% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 0% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 6% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 11% |
| 20-21 | 13% |
| 22-24 | 15% |
| 25-29 | 17% |
| 30-34 | 15% |
| 35-39 | 13% |
| 40-49 | 14% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Kentucky | 90% |
| Indiana | 1% |
| Missouri | 1% |
| Ohio | 1% |
| Tennessee | 1% |
| North Carolina | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 58 % |
| Part-Time | 55 % |
Midway College offers campus housing for 232 of its 1,181 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Midway, Kentucky for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Kentucky 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 | 420 | 292 | 70% | 181 | 62% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| ACT Verbal | 17 | 22 |
| ACT Math | 16 | 20 |
| ACT Composite | 18 | 22 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 100% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 15,775 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 15,775 |
| Room and board | $ 6,400 |
| Books and supplies | $ 2,000 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,500 |
Financial Aid:
Midway College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 197500)
Midway College has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 2 | 4 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 0 | 1 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 13 | 18 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 2 | * | 1 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 2 | * | 0 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 2 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 6 | $39,412 | 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 | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 7 | $40,144 | 14 | $41,017 |
| Instructor | academic year | 1 | * | 6 | $41,153 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 9 | $40,689 | 21 | $41,593 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Kentucky Intercollegiate Athletic Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 0 | 62 | 62 |
| Basketball | 0 | 14 | 14 |
| All Other Sports | 0 | 48 | 48 |
ANIMAL SCIENCE AND CARE
Equestrian/Equine Studies
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business/Commerce, General
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
Organizational Behavior Studies
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Biology Teacher Education
Elementary Education and Teaching
English/Language Arts Teacher Education
Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
Mathematics Teacher Education
Special Education and Teaching, General
LIBERAL ARTS
English Language and Literature, General
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Health/Health Care Administration/Management
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Ecology
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Security and Protective Services, Other
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Midway College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 5% |  |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | |
| % of degrees in education and teaching (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| % of degrees in animal science and care (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 13% | |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 14% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) affiliation Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army) Offers athletic scholarships
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