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Presbyterian College is in a town not particularly near any major cities, in Clinton, South Carolina. The school has a Presbyterian Church (USA) religious affiliation. Presbyterian College is classified as a private, not-for-profit college. Students at the school earn degrees up to the Bachelor's degree.
There are more programs of study at Presbyterian College than you'll find at most colleges of similar size. The most common major fields study at the school include music, mathematics, science, and drama and performing arts.
Presbyterian College does not admit all applicants. The middle range of verbal SAT scores in 2005 was 510 to 620 for students at the school. While math SAT scores among applicants varied, those accepted commonly had scores between 520 and 620. Presbyterian College attracts a fair number of students from out of state.
One indicator of school quality is the number of students per professor, and here the school does well in comparison to most schools. Some professors at Presbyterian College are awarded tenure, allowing the school to retain good faculty members. Faculty salaries at the school are higher than most.
Presbyterian College, in 2005, had 1,196 students (1,161 full-time equivalent).
The school is not thought of as a commuter school, and many students live on campus or nearby. Dorm living is common. The school makes available student meal plans. Athletic teams at Presbyterian College belong to the South Atlantic Conference for major sports. Student athletes can receive financial aid in some cases.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The compelling purpose of Presbyterian College, as a church-related college, is to develop within the framework of Christian faith the mental, physical, moral, and spiritual capacities of each student in preparation for a lifetime of personal and vocational fulfillment and responsible contribution to our democratic society and the world community. The following goals guide the College in its attempt to fulfill its mission: To help students gain a basic knowledge of humanities, natural sciences, and social sciences, a special competence in one or more particular areas of study, and an ability to see these studies as part of the larger search for truth; To develop in students the ability to think clearly and independently, to make critical judgments, and to communicate effectively in both speech and writing; To foster in students an aesthetic appreciation of the arts and literature; To acquaint students with the teachings and values of the Christian faith; To help students develop moral and ethical commitments, including service to others; To help students attain a sense of dignity, self-worth, and appreciation of other persons with diverse backgrounds; To encourage in students an appreciation for teamwork and for physical fitness and athletic skills that will contribute to lifelong health; To foster in students an appreciation of, and concern for, the environment and natural resources."
More complete details are provided below.
Presbyterian College
503 S Broad St
Clinton, SC 29325
General Phone: (864) 833-2820
Admissions Phone: (864) 833-8230
Financial Aid Phone: (864) 833-8290
http://www.presby.edu
Presbyterian College awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business And Management | 51 | business management, accounting, managerial economics |
| Science | 40 | biology, physics, chemistry |
| Liberal Arts | 36 | political science, history, English, sociology, Spanish language, economics, German language, foreign language and literature, ... |
| Therapy And Counseling | 27 | psychology |
| Education And Teaching | 25 | early childhood education, special ed, elementary school teaching, social studies teaching, middle school teaching, music teaching, education |
| Religion And Philosophy | 18 | religion, religious music, philosophy and religious studies |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 7 | computer science |
| Mathematics | 6 | mathematics |
| Music | 5 | music performance, music |
| Fine Arts | 5 | fine arts studies, art history and criticism |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 5 | drama |
| Art Studies | 0 | art studies |
Number of programs and degrees for Presbyterian College in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 225 | 35 |
In 2005, Presbyterian College had a total enrollment of 1,196 students (1,161 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 51% |
| Women | 49% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 92% |
| Black | 5% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 1% |
| Other Races | 1% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 2% |
| 18-19 | 49% |
| 20-21 | 43% |
| 22-24 | 6% |
| 25-29 | 0% |
| 30-34 | 0% |
| 35-39 | 0% |
| 40-49 | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| South Carolina | 61% |
| Georgia | 26% |
| Florida | 3% |
| North Carolina | 3% |
| Alabama | 2% |
| Tennessee | 1% |
| Virginia | 1% |
| Foreign countries | 1% |
| Ohio | 1% |
| New York | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 82 % |
Presbyterian College offers campus housing for 1,138 of its 1,161 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Clinton, South Carolina for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other South Carolina 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 | 1,110 | 846 | 76% | 313 | 37% |
| Men | 539 | 395 | 73% | 160 | 41% |
| Women | 571 | 451 | 79% | 153 | 34% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 510 | 620 |
| SAT Math | 520 | 620 |
| ACT Composite | 21 | 26 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| 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 | 96% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 51% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | recommended |
Admissions Phone Number: (864) 833-8230
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 21,222 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 21,222 |
| Room and board | $ 6,800 |
| Room charge | $ 3,340 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,978 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,072 |
| Other expenses | $ 4,023 |
Financial Aid:
Presbyterian College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 344500)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (864) 833-8290
Presbyterian College has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 42 | 11 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 13 | 9 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 2 | 2 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 28 | $60,247 | 7 | $59,055 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 16 | $51,465 | 5 | $49,515 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 11 | $44,402 | 9 | $44,070 |
| Instructor | academic year | 2 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 57 | $54,004 | 22 | $49,811 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences (2005):
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | South Atlantic Conference |
| Basketball | South Atlantic Conference |
| Baseball | South Atlantic Conference |
| Track | South Atlantic Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2004):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 116 | 59 | 175 |
| Football | 47 | 0 | 47 |
| Basketball | 10 | 10 | 20 |
| Baseball | 16 | 0 | 16 |
| Track | 6 | 7 | 13 |
| All Other Sports | 37 | 42 | 79 |
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Managerial Economics
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Science
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Education, General
Elementary Education and Teaching
Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
Music Teacher Education
Social Studies Teacher Education
Special Education and Teaching, General
FINE ARTS
Art History, Criticism and Conservation
Fine Arts and Art Studies, Other
LIBERAL ARTS
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
Foreign Languages and Literatures, General
French Language and Literature
German Language and Literature
History, General
Political Science and Government, General
Social Sciences, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MUSIC
Music Performance, General
Music, General
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy and Religious Studies, Other
Religion/Religious Studies
Religious/Sacred Music
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Physics, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Presbyterian College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% |  |
| % of degrees in science (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 6% | |
| % students on athletic fin. aid (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| % of degrees in mathematics (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| % of students from other states (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| % of degrees in drama and performing arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| % of degrees in music (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 18% | |
Notable:
Presbyterian Church (USA) affiliation Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Career placement services Student employment services Option to study abroad Offers campus housing Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army) Offers athletic scholarships NCAA athletic conference member
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