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Paul Quinn College, PQC, was founded in 1872 by a group of African Methodist Episcopal preachers. Initially located in Austin, Texas, it was named in honor of Bishop William Paul Quinn. PQC moved to its present campus in Dallas, Texas, in 1990. This historically black college is the oldest of its kind in Texas. Students are awarded degrees in business, science, technology, and education.
Paul Quinn College is a member of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics, and the Red River Athletic Conference. The teams are nicknamed the Tigers, and they participate in baseball, basketball, track and field, soccer, and volleyball. The men's basketball and the track team have won a number of national championships in recent years.
Paul Quinn College can be found in Dallas, TX (a large city). One of the defining characteristics of the school is its status as a African Methodist Episcopal school. Paul Quinn College is a private, not-for-profit institution. The Bachelor's degree is the highest degree at the school.
The most common majors at Paul Quinn College are in science and business and management.
The school does not have an open admissions system. Not everyone who applies is accepted. Paul Quinn College turned down 89% of potential students in 2007-2008. Only 25% of students scored 375 or lower in 2007-2008 on the verbal SAT test. Math SAT scores at the school centered around 370 to 590, but ranged both higher and lower.
In 2007-2008, 567 students were enrolled in Paul Quinn College. The school has a large minority student population.
Student dorms or apartments are common at Paul Quinn College. The school offers students meal plans. Paul Quinn College student athletes compete in Red River Athletic Conference competitions. The school offers athletic financial aid to more of its students than do most colleges.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The mission of the College is to provide a quality, faith-based education that addresses the academic, social, and Christian development of students and prepares them to be servant leaders and agents of change in their communities. Academic excellence lies at the heart of the College's mission, along with the values of integrity, responsibility, accountability, fiduciary responsibility, and an appreciation of cultural diversity."
More complete details are provided below.
Paul Quinn College
3837 Simpson Stuart Rd
Dallas, TX 75241
General Phone: (214) 302-3545
http://www.pqc.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business And Management | 78 | managerial economics, accounting |
| Education And Teaching | 22 | physical education teaching, English teaching, history teaching, biology teaching, math teaching, teacher ed |
| Liberal Arts | 11 | sociology, history, English |
| Science | 9 | biology |
| Media | 6 | communication studies |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 4 | corrections and criminal justice |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 1 | computer science |
| Engineering Technician | 1 | engineering technology |
| Religion And Philosophy | 0 | religious education |
Number of programs and degrees for Paul Quinn College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 132 | 17 |
Paul Quinn College is a historically black college.
In 2007-2008, Paul Quinn College had a total enrollment of 567 students (514 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 | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 1% |
| Black | 88% |
| Hispanic | 4% |
| Unknown | 0% |
| (Foreign Students) | 7% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 25% |
| 20-21 | 20% |
| 22-24 | 17% |
| 25-29 | 12% |
| 30-34 | 12% |
| 35-39 | 4% |
| 40-49 | 6% |
| 50-64 | 5% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Texas | 19% |
| (International Students) | 12% |
| Mississippi | 10% |
| California | 10% |
| Missouri | 7% |
| Michigan | 6% |
| Oklahoma | 5% |
| Arkansas | 5% |
| Alabama | 4% |
| Illinois | 3% |
| Louisiana | 3% |
| Arizona | 2% |
| New Jersey | 2% |
| Nevada | 1% |
| Indiana | 1% |
| Puerto Rico | 1% |
| Wisconsin | 1% |
| Washington | 1% |
| Virgin Islands | 1% |
| Ohio | 1% |
| New York | 1% |
| Tennessee | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 25 % |
| Part-Time | 33 % |
Paul Quinn College offers campus housing for 236 of its 514 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Dallas, Texas for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Texas Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 14 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1,279 | 141 | 11% | 79 | 56% |
| Men | 574 | 69 | 12% | 35 | 51% |
| Women | 705 | 72 | 10% | 44 | 61% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 375 | 650 |
| SAT Math | 370 | 590 |
| SAT Writing | 385 | 600 |
| ACT Verbal | 8 | 16 |
| ACT Math | 8 | 16 |
| ACT Composite | 8 | 16 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 53% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 27% |
| 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 | $ 9,630 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 9,630 |
| Room and board | $ 5,170 |
| Room charge | $ 2,530 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 2,640 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,200 |
| Other expenses | $ 500 |
Financial Aid:
Paul Quinn College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 360200)
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 | 2 | * | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 3 | $53,350 | 0 | * |
*: 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 | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 7 | $35,235 | 6 | $33,947 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 1 | * | 2 | * |
| Instructor | academic year | 2 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 11 | $35,427 | 9 | $33,379 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Red River Athletic Conference |
| Baseball | Red River Athletic Conference |
| Track | Red River Athletic Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 78 | 17 | 95 |
| Football | 45 | 0 | 45 |
| Baseball | 19 | 0 | 19 |
| Basketball | 9 | 8 | 17 |
| Track | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| All Other Sports | 0 | 9 | 9 |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business/Managerial Economics
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Science
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Biology Teacher Education
English/Language Arts Teacher Education
History Teacher Education
Mathematics Teacher Education
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Teacher Education, Multiple Levels
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Engineering Technology, General
LIBERAL ARTS
English Language and Literature, General
History, General
Sociology
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Religious Education
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Paul Quinn College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% |  |
| % students on athletic fin. aid (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| % of degrees in science (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 15% | |
| Student SAT scores (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 18% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
African Methodist Episcopal affiliation Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career services 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 Offers athletic scholarships
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