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Monmouth College or MC was established in 1853 as Monmouth Academy. The college was given its present name in 1856 when it received a charter from the legislature. Located in Monmouth, Illinois, the institution is a four-year, private, college of liberal arts. MC remains affiliated with the Presbyterian Church today and is also a member of the Associated Colleges of the Midwest. It is one of the few colleges that has been co-educational since its inception and it also housed the women’s sorority movement.
Monmouth College offers a variety of majors, degree programs, and pre-professional fields of study. Some of the subjects offered are biochemistry, greek, history, latin, psychology and spanish, among others. The college also offers military science as well as off-campus study programs.
Monmouth College hosts both men’s and women’s sports teams. The institution is a member of the Midwest Conference and competes in NCAA, division III.
Monmouth College can be found in Monmouth, IL (a town not particularly near any major cities). The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. The Bachelor's degree is the highest degree at Monmouth College.
The school offers a wide range of choices in programs of study. The most common majors at Monmouth College are in science, music, and business and management.
The school does not have an open admissions system. Not everyone who applies is accepted.
A tenure system is one way Monmouth College works to keep a high-quality staff. Instructors at the school are well-paid.
In 2007-2008, 1,343 students were enrolled in Monmouth College.
The school has a residential or campus feel. Student dorms or apartments are common at Monmouth College. The school offers students meal plans. Monmouth College student athletes compete in Midwest Conference competitions.
More complete details are provided below.
Monmouth College
700 E Broadway
Monmouth, IL 61462-1998
General Phone: (309) 457-2311
http://www.monm.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 65 | speech and rhetoric, history, English, economics, sociology, political science, Classical languages, Spanish language, ... |
| Education And Teaching | 59 | elementary school teaching, physical education teaching |
| Business And Management | 56 | business management, accounting, international business, MIS |
| Science | 25 | biology, biochemistry, physics, chemistry, biopsychology |
| Therapy And Counseling | 17 | psychology |
| Art Studies | 13 | art studies |
| Mathematics | 8 | mathematics |
| Media | 8 | public relations |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 3 | computer science |
| Music | 3 | music |
| Religion And Philosophy | 3 | bible studies, philosophy |
| Conservation And Resource Management | 1 | environmental science |
Number of programs and degrees for Monmouth College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 261 | 33 |
In 2007-2008, Monmouth College had a total enrollment of 1,343 students (1,290 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 54% |
| Women | 46% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 87% |
| Black | 5% |
| Hispanic | 4% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 1% |
| (Foreign Students) | 2% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 48% |
| 20-21 | 42% |
| 22-24 | 7% |
| 25-29 | 1% |
| 30-34 | 0% |
| 35-39 | 0% |
| 40-49 | 1% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Illinois | 95% |
| Kansas | 1% |
| Missouri | 1% |
| Wisconsin | 1% |
| Minnesota | 1% |
| Iowa | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 67 % |
Monmouth College offers campus housing for 1,403 of its 1,290 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Monmouth, 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 21 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1,919 | 1,421 | 74% | 426 | 30% |
| Men | 924 | 656 | 71% | 229 | 35% |
| Women | 995 | 765 | 77% | 197 | 26% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| ACT Verbal | 19 | 25 |
| ACT Math | 19 | 25 |
| ACT Composite | 20 | 25 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | required |
| 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 | 1% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 99% |
| 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 | $ 24,000 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 24,000 |
| Room and board | $ 7,000 |
| Room charge | $ 4,100 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 2,900 |
| Books and supplies | $ 900 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,850 |
Financial Aid:
Monmouth College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 172500)
Monmouth College has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 27 | 15 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 11 | 13 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 8 | 7 |
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 | academic year | 17 | $76,785 | 6 | $69,496 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 10 | $60,775 | 10 | $55,182 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 14 | $49,362 | 14 | $47,973 |
| Instructor | academic year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Lecturer | academic year | 4 | $50,204 | 5 | $42,642 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 46 | $61,848 | 35 | $52,961 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Midwest Conference |
| Basketball | Midwest Conference |
| Baseball | Midwest Conference |
| Track | Midwest Conference |
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
International Business/Trade/Commerce
Management Information Systems, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Science
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Science
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Elementary Education and Teaching
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
LIBERAL ARTS
Ancient/Classical Greek Language and Literature
Classics/Classical Languages, Lit & Linguistics, General
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
French Language and Literature
History, General
International/Global Studies
Latin Language and Literature
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
Speech and Rhetorical Studies
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Public Relations/Image Management
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Bible/Biblical Studies
Philosophy
SCIENCE
Biochemistry
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Biopsychology
Chemistry, General
Physics, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Monmouth College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% |  |
| % of degrees in music (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| % of degrees in science (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 19% | |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses 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 Has ROTC (army) NCAA athletic conference member
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