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Quinnipiac University was established in 1929 as a private, nonsectarian, coeducational university. The University offers enrollment to more than 5,000 undergraduates and over 2,000 postgraduate students. It is comprised of 7 schools and colleges:
The Quinnipiac University offers more than 50 undergraduate and over 20 graduate degrees, and several other professional programs. It also has a particularly well-known journalism program.
The athletics teams of Quinnipiac University are known as the Bobcats, and the official colors are blue and gold. The sports played by the teams include baseball, basketball, cross-country, track, golf, ice and field hockey, lacrosse, volleyball, soccer, softball, and tennis.
Quinnipiac University is found in Hamden, CT. Hamden is a large suburb. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Students can earn degrees up to and including the Doctoral degree at Quinnipiac University.
The school is known for its programs in medicine, law, and media.
Admission to Quinnipiac University is not automatic; not everyone who applies gets in. Hats off to the 45% of those who apply who get accepted. Three quarters of students in 2007-2008 had SAT verbal scores of at least 510. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 530 and 620.
The school has a tenure system for senior faculty. The full-time faculty at Quinnipiac University is well-paid, which often goes with faculty quality.
Students numbered 7,216 in 2007-2008 at the school.
Full-time students are the norm at Quinnipiac University. The school offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. Quinnipiac University values student athletics, and belongs to the Northeast Conference.
More complete details are provided below.
Quinnipiac University
Mt Carmel Ave
Hamden, CT 06518
General Phone: (203) 582-8200
http://www.quinnipiac.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business and Management | 398 | business management, purchasing and contract management, finance, organizational behavior, accounting, sales and marketing, international business, accounting technology, ... |
| Media | 272 | public relations, communication studies, journalism, advertising |
| Medicine | 197 | health professions |
| Liberal Arts | 167 | sociology, political science, history, economics, English, liberal arts and sciences, Spanish language |
| Law | 152 | law, legal professions, advanced legal research |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 138 | registered nursing, nursing science, adult health nursing |
| Medical Support and Technology | 126 | physician assistant, radiation therapist, clinical lab tech, clinical and medical lab science, respiratory care tech, radiographer |
| Therapy and Counseling | 124 | psychology, physical therapy, psychobiology |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 75 | computer support, web design, information science, computer and info science |
| Education and Teaching | 74 | elementary school teaching, middle school teaching, educational administration |
| Science | 60 | biology, pathology, anatomical sciences, cardiovascular science, bacteriology, biological and biomedical sciences, chemistry |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 53 | occupational therapy, athletic trainer |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 28 | criminal justice and safety |
| Mathematics | 15 | mathematics |
| Family and Social Work | 8 | adult development and aging, social service professions |
| Medical Administration | 3 | health care administration, health services administration, medical office assistant |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 0 | stagecraft |
Number of programs and degrees for Quinnipiac University in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 1,327 | 42 |
| Master's degree | 431 | 18 |
| First-professional degree | 125 | 1 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 6 | 5 |
| Associate's degree | 1 | 1 |
| Post-master's certificate | 0 | 2 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 0 | 2 |
| Doctor's degree | 0 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Quinnipiac University had a total enrollment of 7,216 students (6,831 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 38% |
| Women | 62% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 77% |
| Graduate | 18% |
| First Professional | 5% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 78% |
| Black | 3% |
| Hispanic | 5% |
| Asian | 3% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 9% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 2% |
| 18-19 | 36% |
| 20-21 | 34% |
| 22-24 | 14% |
| 25-29 | 6% |
| 30-34 | 2% |
| 35-39 | 2% |
| 40-49 | 3% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| New York | 28% |
| Connecticut | 22% |
| New Jersey | 19% |
| Massachusetts | 18% |
| Rhode Island | 3% |
| New Hampshire | 3% |
| Pennsylvania | 2% |
| Maine | 1% |
| (International Students) | 1% |
| Vermont | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 85 % |
| Part-Time | 100 % |
Quinnipiac University offers campus housing for 3,568 of its 6,831 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Hamden, Connecticut for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Connecticut Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 14,995 | 6,721 | 45% | 1,484 | 22% |
| Men | 5,396 | 2,529 | 47% | 568 | 22% |
| Women | 9,599 | 4,192 | 44% | 916 | 22% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 510 | 590 |
| SAT Math | 530 | 620 |
| SAT Writing | 520 | 600 |
| ACT Verbal | 21 | 26 |
| ACT Math | 22 | 27 |
| ACT Composite | 22 | 26 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| 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 | 94% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 26% |
| 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 | $ 30,900 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 30,900 |
| Room and board | $ 11,800 |
| Books and supplies | $ 800 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,400 |
Financial Aid:
Quinnipiac University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 140200)
Quinnipiac University has a tenure system for faculty.
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 | 7 | $133,313 | 3 | $114,407 |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 4 | $101,107 | 5 | $106,812 |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 5 | $92,566 | 15 | $91,788 |
| No academic rank | calendar year | 5 | $67,890 | 6 | $64,845 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 21 | $101,900 | 29 | $91,144 |
*: 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 | 69 | $121,247 | 33 | $114,304 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 32 | $94,961 | 34 | $88,682 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 27 | $84,124 | 36 | $70,734 |
| Instructor | academic year | 9 | $47,181 | 9 | $52,514 |
| No academic rank | academic year | 0 | * | 5 | $53,360 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 137 | $102,925 | 117 | $86,094 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Northeast Conference |
| Baseball | Northeast Conference |
| Track | Northeast Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 116 | 134 | 250 |
| Basketball | 15 | 14 | 29 |
| Track | 13 | 13 | 26 |
| Baseball | 16 | 0 | 16 |
| All Other Sports | 72 | 107 | 179 |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
Business Administration and Management, General
Finance, General
General Merchandising/Sales/Related Marketing Operations, Other
International Business/Trade/Commerce
Marketing, Other
Organizational Behavior Studies
Purchasing, Procurement/Acquisitions and Contracts Management
Sales, Distribution, and Marketing Operations, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Information Science/Studies
Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Dramatic/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft, Other
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Elementary Education and Teaching
Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Adult Development and Aging
Public Administration and Social Service Professions, Other
LAW
Advanced Legal Research/Studies, Gen (LLM, MCL, MLI, MSL, JSD/SJD)
Law (LLB, JD)
Legal Professions and Studies, Other
LIBERAL ARTS
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
History, General
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Advertising
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Journalism
Public Relations/Image Management
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Health Services Administration
Health/Health Care Administration/Management
Medical Office Assistant/Specialist
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science and Allied Professions, Other
Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
Physician Assistant
Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer
Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist
MEDICINE
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Adult Health Nurse/Nursing
Nursing Science (MS, PhD)
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Athletic Training/Trainer
Occupational Therapy/Therapist
SCIENCE
Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Other
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Cardiovascular Science
Cell/Cellular Biology and Anatomical Sciences, Other
Chemistry, General
Medical Microbiology and Bacteriology
Pathology/Experimental Pathology
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Physical Therapy/Therapist
Physiological Psychology/Psychobiology
Psychology, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Quinnipiac University Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% |  |
| % of degrees in media (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 17% | |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
| % of degrees in law (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
| % of degrees in medicine (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career services Student employment services Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army, air force) Offers athletic scholarships NCAA athletic conference member
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