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Millikin University is located in Decatur, Illinois, United States. It was established in the year 1901. Students can choose from academic programs in the fields of engineering, accounting, physical therapy, elementary education, and business administration. Millikin University offers various degrees through the following academic divisions:
Millikin University's athletic teams are known as the Big Blues. The men's teams participate in basketball, baseball, football, cross country, soccer, golf, swimming, and track and field. The women's teams are involved in cross country, basketball, soccer, golf, swimming, track and field, softball, tennis, and volleyball.
The campus of Millikin University is in Decatur, IL, which is a small city. Its Presbyterian Church (USA) nature is one of the defining aspects of the school. Millikin University is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degrees at the school include, at the school's highest level, the Master's degree.
Millikin University is known for its programs in music and drama and performing arts.
Admission at the school is selective, not open to all who apply. Three quarters of students in 2007-2008 had SAT verbal scores of at least 490. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 500 and 630.
The school maintains a faculty/student ratio (full-time) which is better than most colleges. Millikin University has a tenure system for senior faculty.
In 2007-2008, the school had 2,376 students enrolled (2,420 full-time equivalent).
Millikin University has a residential or campus feel. The school offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. Millikin University offers students meal plans. The school values student athletics, and belongs to the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin.
More complete details are provided below.
Millikin University
1184 W Main St
Decatur, IL 62522-2084
General Phone: (217) 424-6211
http://www.millikin.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business and Management | 141 | business administration, business management, accounting, marketing, finance, MIS, entrepreneurship, international business |
| Education and Teaching | 80 | elementary school teaching, early childhood education, music teaching, physical education teaching, education courses, social science teaching |
| Liberal Arts | 64 | interdisciplinary studies, political science, creative writing, history, English, Spanish language, sociology, international relations, ... |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 56 | registered nursing, various nursing |
| Science | 49 | biology, chemistry, physics |
| Music | 48 | music performance, music |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 33 | drama, various performing arts |
| Media | 25 | communication studies |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 25 | sports and fitness management, athletic trainer |
| Therapy and Counseling | 13 | psychology, art therapy, experimental psychology |
| Family and Social Work | 11 | social work |
| Mathematics | 9 | mathematics |
| Fine Arts | 8 | fine arts |
| Photography and Commercial Art | 7 | commercial art |
| Art Studies | 3 | arts management |
| Religion and Philosophy | 2 | philosophy |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 1 | criminal justice and administration |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 1 | computer science |
Number of programs and degrees for Millikin University in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 544 | 46 |
| Master's degree | 32 | 2 |
In 2007-2008, Millikin University had a total enrollment of 2,376 students (2,420 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 38% |
| Women | 62% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 97% |
| Graduate | 3% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 79% |
| Black | 9% |
| Hispanic | 3% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 6% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 34% |
| 20-21 | 36% |
| 22-24 | 11% |
| 25-29 | 6% |
| 30-34 | 4% |
| 35-39 | 3% |
| 40-49 | 4% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Illinois | 84% |
| Missouri | 4% |
| Indiana | 2% |
| Iowa | 1% |
| (International Students) | 1% |
| Texas | 1% |
| Wisconsin | 1% |
| Colorado | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 75 % |
Millikin University offers campus housing for 1,406 of its 2,420 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Decatur, Illinois for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Illinois 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 | 2,820 | 2,522 | 89% | 485 | 19% |
| Men | 1,137 | 983 | 86% | 186 | 19% |
| Women | 1,683 | 1,539 | 91% | 299 | 19% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 490 | 620 |
| SAT Math | 500 | 630 |
| SAT Writing | 500 | 620 |
| ACT Verbal | 20 | 25 |
| ACT Math | 18 | 24 |
| ACT Composite | 20 | 24 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 6% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 94% |
| 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 | $ 25,295 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 25,295 |
| Room and board | $ 7,485 |
| Room charge | $ 4,160 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,325 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,555 |
Financial Aid:
Millikin University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 172400)
Millikin University has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 46 | 28 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 16 | 23 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 19 | 26 |
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 | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 6 | $66,308 |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 2 | * |
| Instructor | calendar year | 2 | * | 0 | * |
| Lecturer | calendar year | 0 | * | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 5 | $60,402 | 10 | $56,666 |
*: 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 | 11 | $77,883 | 5 | $77,776 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 35 | $64,929 | 20 | $62,763 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 20 | $51,625 | 26 | $52,960 |
| Instructor | academic year | 6 | $47,047 | 11 | $45,566 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 4 | $36,993 | 5 | $36,540 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 76 | $60,421 | 67 | $55,299 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin |
| Basketball | College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin |
| Baseball | College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin |
| Track | College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other
Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies
Finance, General
International Business/Trade/Commerce
Management Information Systems, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Science
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
Visual and Performing Arts, Other
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Education, Other
Elementary Education and Teaching
Music Teacher Education
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Social Science Teacher Education
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Social Work
FINE ARTS
Fine/Studio Arts, General
LIBERAL ARTS
American/United States Studies/Civilization
Creative Writing
English Language and Literature, General
French Language and Literature
History, General
International Relations and Affairs
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
MUSIC
Music Performance, General
Music, General
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing, Other
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Athletic Training/Trainer
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
PHOTOGRAPHY AND COMMERCIAL ART
Commercial and Advertising Art
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Physics, General
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Art Therapy/Therapist
Experimental Psychology
Psychology, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Millikin University Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in music (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% |  |
| % of degrees in drama and performing arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| % of degrees in nutrition and exercise therapy (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 12% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
Notable:
Presbyterian Church (USA) 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 Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching NCAA athletic conference member
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