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Rhodes College’s origins can be traced back to the Masonic University of Tennessee, which was established in 1848. It became the Southwestern Presbyterian University in 1875 and the Southwestern at Memphis in 1945. Eventually, the institute was named Rhodes College in 1984. The sprawling 100-acre campus is located in Memphis, Tennessee, and it offers enrollment to more than 1,500 students every semester.
Rhodes College offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs in a variety of subjects. Continuing education and study abroad programs are also available. Students can choose from courses in the disciplines of art, sciences, music, history, international studies, computer science, psychology, theater, religious studies and literature, among others.
The athletics department of Rhodes College sponsors men’s and women’s teams in basketball, baseball, cross country, football, golf, soccer, tennis, swimming, track & field, field hockey, softball and volleyball. Known as the Lynx, the teams are members of the Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference in the NCAA's Division III.
Rhodes College is in Memphis, TN. Memphis is a large city. The school is classified as a Presbyterian Church (USA) college. Rhodes College is a private, not-for-profit institution. The school issues awards (degrees) up to the level of Master's degree.
Rhodes College offers many areas of study. Fields of study in vogue at the school include music, science, art studies, and liberal arts.
Not all applicants to Rhodes College are accepted. Just 50% of applicants in 2007-2008 were accepted at the school. The top quarter of students at Rhodes College scored at least 680 on the verbal SAT test. Students' math SAT scores were most often in the range 580 to 670 in 2007-2008.
The schools' faculty/student ratio of superior to most. The most successful professors at Rhodes College are given tenure, encouraging them to stay with the school for a long time.
Approximately 1,697 students study at the school (in 2007-2008).
Very few students at Rhodes College attend part-time. The school offers a real campus feel. Rhodes College makes housing available to a large share of its students. Students at the school can take advantage of the school's meal plans. Students participate in Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference athletics.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Rhodes College aspires to graduate students with a lifelong passion for learning, a compassion for others, and the ability to translate academic study and personal concern into effective leadership and action in their communities and the world. We will achieve our aspiration through four strategic imperatives:
Student Access
To attract and retain a talented, diverse student body and engage these students in a challenging, inclusive and culturally-broadening college experience.
Student Learning
To ensure our faculty and staff have the talent, the time and the resources to inspire and involve our students in meaningful study, research and service.
Student Engagement
To enhance student opportunities for learning in Memphis.
Student Inspiration
To provide a residential place of learning that inspires integrity and high achievement through its beauty, its emphasis on values, its Presbyterian history, and its heritage as a leader in the liberal arts and sciences."
More complete details are provided below.
Rhodes College
2000 North Parkway
Memphis, TN 38112-1690
General Phone: (901) 843-3000
http://www.rhodes.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 187 | history, political science, English, economics, international relations, Spanish language, international economics, urban studies, ... |
| Science | 86 | biology, chemistry, physics, biochem/biophysics/molecular biology |
| Business and Management | 52 | business management, accounting, international business |
| Therapy and Counseling | 44 | psychology |
| Religion and Philosophy | 24 | religion, philosophy |
| Art Studies | 12 | art studies |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 8 | drama |
| Medicine | 5 | neuroscience |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 1 | computer science |
| Mathematics | 1 | mathematics |
| Music | 1 | music |
Number of programs and degrees for Rhodes College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 407 | 29 |
| Master's degree | 14 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Rhodes College had a total enrollment of 1,697 students (1,698 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 42% |
| Women | 58% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 99% |
| Graduate | 1% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 80% |
| Black | 6% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 4% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 7% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 48% |
| 20-21 | 45% |
| 22-24 | 6% |
| 25-29 | 0% |
| 40-49 | 0% |
| 50-64 | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Tennessee | 27% |
| Texas | 15% |
| Missouri | 6% |
| Louisiana | 5% |
| Georgia | 5% |
| Alabama | 4% |
| Mississippi | 4% |
| Arkansas | 3% |
| Maryland | 2% |
| South Carolina | 2% |
| Massachusetts | 2% |
| Virginia | 2% |
| Florida | 2% |
| Illinois | 2% |
| North Carolina | 2% |
| Kentucky | 2% |
| New York | 2% |
| New Jersey | 1% |
| Washington | 1% |
| Maine | 1% |
| Connecticut | 1% |
| Michigan | 1% |
| Oklahoma | 1% |
| California | 1% |
| Colorado | 1% |
| Arizona | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 88 % |
Rhodes College offers campus housing for 1,245 of its 1,698 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Memphis, Tennessee for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Tennessee Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 21 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 3,747 | 1,868 | 50% | 477 | 26% |
| Men | 1,663 | 782 | 47% | 201 | 26% |
| Women | 2,084 | 1,086 | 52% | 276 | 25% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 580 | 680 |
| SAT Math | 580 | 670 |
| SAT Writing | 580 | 680 |
| ACT Verbal | 27 | 32 |
| ACT Math | 25 | 30 |
| ACT Composite | 26 | 30 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | required |
| 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 | 67% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 72% |
| 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 | $ 32,446 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 32,446 |
| Room and board | $ 7,842 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,020 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,372 |
Financial Aid:
Rhodes College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 351900)
Rhodes College has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 43 | 25 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 22 | 21 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 21 | 23 |
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 | academic year | 17 | $91,472 | 7 | $82,858 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 28 | $66,251 | 18 | $76,646 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 34 | $54,668 | 35 | $54,501 |
| Instructor | academic year | 7 | $53,359 | 9 | $45,690 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 86 | $65,608 | 69 | $62,006 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference |
| Basketball | Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference |
| Baseball | Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference |
| Track | Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference |
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
International Business/Trade/Commerce
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Science
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
LIBERAL ARTS
African-American/Black Studies
Classics/Classical Languages, Lit & Linguistics, General
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
French Language and Literature
German Language and Literature
History, General
International Economics
International Relations and Affairs
Latin American Studies
Political Science and Government, General
Russian Studies
Spanish Language and Literature
Urban Studies/Affairs
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
Religion/Religious Studies
SCIENCE
Biochemistry/Biophysics and Molecular Biology
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Physics, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Rhodes College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in science (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% |  |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 5% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| Student SAT scores (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 11% | |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| % of degrees in art studies (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| % of degrees in music (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Presbyterian Church (USA) affiliation Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Career services Student employment services Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army, air force) NCAA athletic conference member
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