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Occidental College, established in 1887, is a private, co-educational, liberal arts college located in Los Angeles, California, United States. It is also referred to as Oxy by students and alumni. Occidental is the oldest liberal arts colleges on the West Coast. The college offers a wide variety of degrees and programs in diverse areas of study. U.S. News and World Report (2009) ranked Occidental as 37th among the ‘American liberal arts colleges’.
Occidental is a member of the Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SCIAC) and NCAA Division III. It sponsors more than 15 varsity sports teams. The teams are nicknamed as the Tigers. Some of the notable alumni include Ben Affleck, actor; Kathy Augustine, U.S. politician from Nevada; and W. Don Cornwell, CEO of Granite Broadcasting.
Students attend Occidental College in Los Angeles, CA, a large city. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Occidental College degrees go up to the Master's degree.
The school has a greater breadth of degree programs (majors) than most colleges of its size. Occidental College is known for its programs in science, art studies, drama and performing arts, liberal arts, and conservation and resource management.
The school is selective and does not offer open admission. One sign of prestige is that Occidental College only let in 44% of those who applied in 2007. Three quarters of students in 2007 had SAT verbal scores of at least 590. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 600 and 690.
Occidental College maintains a faculty/student ratio (full-time) which is better than most colleges. The school has a tenure system for senior faculty. The full-time faculty at Occidental College is well-paid, which often goes with faculty quality.
There are 1,877 students at the school (as of 2007).
Full-time students are the norm at Occidental College. The school has a residential or campus feel. Occidental College offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. The school values student athletics, and belongs to the Southern California Intercoll Athletic Conference.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The mission of Occidental College is to provide a gifted and diverse group of students with a total educational experience of the highest quality -- one that prepares them for leadership in an increasingly complex, inter-dependent and pluralistic world. The distinctive interdisciplinary and multicultural focus of the CollegeÆs academic program seeks to foster both the fulfillment of individual aspirations and a deeply rooted commitment to the public good.
This mission is anchored by four cornerstones: excellence, equity, community and service. These building blocks, in one form or another, have long been the basis for the CollegeÆs commitment to providing responsible leaders and citizens for our democratic society. Choosing them to support the future helps to ensure that the College remains true to its mission while adapting to a changing world."
More complete details are provided below.
Occidental College
1600 Campus Rd
Los Angeles, CA 90041-3392
General Phone: (323) 259-2500
http://www.oxy.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 238 | international relations, English language and literature, history, sociology, political science, economics courses, economics, Spanish language, ... |
| Science | 56 | biology, biochemistry, chemistry, physics, geology, geophysics |
| Therapy And Counseling | 36 | psychology, cognitive science, psychobiology |
| Art Studies | 21 | art studies |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 15 | exercise science |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 15 | drama |
| Religion And Philosophy | 15 | philosophy, religion |
| Conservation And Resource Management | 8 | environmental studies |
| Education And Teaching | 7 | secondary teaching, elementary school teaching |
| Mathematics | 3 | mathematics |
| Music | 3 | music |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 1 | computer science |
| Medicine | 1 | pre-dentistry |
Number of programs and degrees for Occidental College in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 410 | 35 |
| Master's degree | 9 | 3 |
In 2007, Occidental College had a total enrollment of 1,877 students (1,859 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 44% |
| Women | 56% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 98% |
| Graduate | 2% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 56% |
| Black | 6% |
| Hispanic | 14% |
| Asian | 14% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 6% |
| (Foreign Students) | 2% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 2% |
| 18-19 | 46% |
| 20-21 | 44% |
| 22-24 | 7% |
| 25-29 | 1% |
| 30-34 | 0% |
| 35-39 | 0% |
| 40-49 | 0% |
| 50-64 | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| California | 39% |
| Washington | 9% |
| Oregon | 6% |
| New York | 5% |
| Massachusetts | 5% |
| Hawaii | 4% |
| (International Students) | 4% |
| Colorado | 3% |
| Texas | 3% |
| Arizona | 3% |
| New Mexico | 2% |
| Connecticut | 2% |
| Illinois | 2% |
| New Jersey | 2% |
| Minnesota | 1% |
| Florida | 1% |
| Maryland | 1% |
| Pennsylvania | 1% |
| Nevada | 1% |
| Alaska | 1% |
| Utah | 1% |
| Washington, DC | 1% |
| Missouri | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 91 % |
Occidental College offers campus housing for 1,313 of its 1,859 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Los Angeles, California for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other California Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 5,277 | 2,326 | 44% | 458 | 20% |
| Men | 2,225 | 948 | 43% | 200 | 21% |
| Women | 3,048 | 1,378 | 45% | 258 | 19% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 590 | 700 |
| SAT Math | 600 | 690 |
| SAT Writing | 585 | 690 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | recommended |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 79% |
| 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 | $ 35,373 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 35,373 |
| Room and board | $ 9,500 |
| Room charge | $ 5,220 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 4,810 |
| Books and supplies | $ 935 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,743 |
Financial Aid:
Occidental College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 124900)
Occidental College has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 53 | 40 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 17 | 21 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 15 | 11 |
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 | academic year | 43 | $102,756 | 28 | $103,557 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 10 | $79,618 | 12 | $79,773 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 17 | $61,539 | 21 | $63,868 |
| Instructor | academic year | 15 | $52,619 | 11 | $49,684 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 85 | $82,943 | 72 | $79,787 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Southern California Intercoll Athletic Conference |
| Basketball | Southern California Intercoll Athletic Conference |
| Baseball | Southern California Intercoll Athletic Conference |
| Track | Southern California Intercoll Athletic Conference |
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Science
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Studies
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Elementary Education and Teaching
Secondary Education and Teaching
LIBERAL ARTS
American/United States Studies/Civilization
Anthropology
Asian Studies/Civilization
Economics, General
Economics, Other
English Language and Literature/Letters, Other
Ethnic, Cultural Minority, and Gender Studies, Other
Foreign Languages and Literatures, 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
Women's Studies
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
Religion/Religious Studies
SCIENCE
Biochemistry
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Geology/Earth Science, General
Geophysics and Seismology
Physics, General
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Cognitive Science
Physiological Psychology/Psychobiology
Psychology, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Occidental College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in art studies (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% |  |
| Student SAT scores (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| % of degrees in drama and performing arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| % of degrees in science (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| % of degrees in conservation and resource management (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 17% | |
Notable:
Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Career services Student employment services On-campus day care Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching NCAA athletic conference member
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