Neumann College is located in Aston, Pennsylvania, United States. It was founded in the year 1965 and known as Our Lady of Angels College. The Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia played a vital role in establishing this college. Neumann College was named after Bishop John Neumann. The college offers degrees and certificates in various areas of study including anthropology, education, mathematics, business, and sports management.
Neumann College's athletic teams are known as the Knights. The men's teams participate in sports such as basketball, baseball, ice hockey, golf, cross country, lacrosse, soccer, and tennis. The women's teams compete in volleyball, field hockey, basketball, cross country, softball, lacrosse, ice hockey, tennis, and soccer.
The main campus of Neumann College is in Aston, PA (a large suburb). The school is a Roman Catholic institution. Neumann College is a private, not-for-profit school. The school offers degrees up to the Doctoral degree.
Neumann College students most commonly major in a field related to nutrition and exercise therapy and liberal arts.
The school does not accept everyone who applies. In 2007-2008, SAT verbal scores of half of students were 410 to 480. Three-fourths of students accepted in 2007-2008 had SAT math scores of 400 or more.
In 2007-2008, the school had 3,084 enrolled students.
Neumann College makes available a lot of student housing. Meal plans are available. Student athletes at Neumann College belong to the Pennsylvania Athletic Conference for major sports.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Mission
Neumann College, founded and sponsored by the Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia, is a Catholic co-educational institution of higher education in the liberal arts and Franciscan traditions.
The College offers an education based on the concepts that knowledge, while valuable in itself, is to be used in the service of others, and that learning is a life-long process.
Neumann College affirms and respects the uniqueness and inherent dignity of each person and believes that the individual's spiritual, emotional, intellectual, physical, and social growth complement and fulfill one another.
Neumann seeks to educate a diverse population of students in a scholarly, supportive, and caring environment.
Education at Neumann College integrates the intellectual and affective development of its students. Its programs sharpen social awareness and ethical concern. The Neumann College community reflects the spirit and values of St. Francis of Assisi by developing a sense of responsibility which fosters and respects diversity. Implicit in the College's Mission is the responsibility to offer educational programs which anticipate and respond to the changing needs of society"
More complete details are provided below.
Neumann College
One Neumann Drive
Aston, PA 19014-1298
General Phone: (610) 459-0905
http://www.neumann.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Education and Teaching | 181 | education, elementary school teaching |
| Liberal Arts | 150 | liberal arts and sciences, English, political science |
| Business and Management | 80 | organizational behavior, business management, accounting, marketing, international business |
| Therapy and Counseling | 57 | physical therapy, psychology |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 54 | registered nursing, various nursing |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 40 | criminal justice and safety |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 40 | sports and fitness management, athletic trainer |
| Media | 26 | communication studies, media and digital communications |
| Religion and Philosophy | 21 | pastoral counseling |
| Science | 7 | biology |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 5 | computer and info science |
| Conservation and Resource Management | 2 | environmental studies |
Number of programs and degrees for Neumann College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 407 | 18 |
| Master's degree | 196 | 5 |
| Doctor's degree - professional practice | 33 | 1 |
| Associate's degree | 27 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Neumann College had a total enrollment of 3,084 students (2,609 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 35% |
| Women | 65% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 77% |
| Graduate | 23% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 66% |
| Black | 12% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 16% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 24% |
| 20-21 | 24% |
| 22-24 | 17% |
| 25-29 | 10% |
| 30-34 | 5% |
| 35-39 | 5% |
| 40-49 | 8% |
| 50-64 | 6% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 64% |
| New Jersey | 20% |
| Delaware | 11% |
| Maryland | 2% |
| Virginia | 1% |
| (International Students) | 1% |
| New York | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 74 % |
Neumann College offers campus housing for 778 of its 2,609 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Chester, Pennsylvania for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Pennsylvania 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 | 2,333 | 2,206 | 95% | 539 | 24% |
| Men | 819 | 772 | 94% | 191 | 25% |
| Women | 1,514 | 1,433 | 95% | 348 | 24% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 410 | 480 |
| SAT Math | 400 | 480 |
| SAT Writing | 400 | 480 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | recommended |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 96% |
| 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 | $ 20,402 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 20,402 |
| Room and board | $ 9,258 |
| Room charge | $ 5,498 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,760 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,500 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,300 |
Financial Aid:
Neumann College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 398800)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 33 | 56 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Associate professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 4 | $73,073 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 1 | * | 5 | $74,400 |
*: 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 | 2 | * | 6 | $71,089 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 8 | $61,984 | 10 | $54,486 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 17 | $51,385 | 27 | $50,911 |
| Instructor | academic year | 5 | $42,114 | 8 | $45,127 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 32 | $54,743 | 51 | $53,079 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Pennsylvania Athletic Conference |
| Baseball | Pennsylvania Athletic Conference |
| Track | Pennsylvania Athletic Conference |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
International Business/Trade/Commerce
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Organizational Behavior Studies
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Studies
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Education, General
Elementary Education and Teaching
LIBERAL ARTS
English Language and Literature, General
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Political Science and Government, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Radio, Television, and Digital Communication, Other
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
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Pastoral Studies/Counseling
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Physical Therapy/Therapist
Psychology, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Neumann College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 15% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in nutrition and exercise therapy (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 16% | ![]() |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | ![]() |
Notable:
Roman Catholic 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
On-campus day care
Remedial classes for students
Option to study abroad
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
Offers campus housing
Offers a board (meal) plan
Has ROTC (army)
NCAA athletic conference member
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