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Ripon College is in Ripon, Wisconsin. Ripon is a town not particularly near any major cities. The school is classified as a United Church of Christ college. Ripon College is a private, not-for-profit institution. The school issues awards (degrees) up to the level of Bachelor's degree.
Ripon College offers many areas of study. Fields of study in vogue at the school include science, mathematics, art studies, drama and performing arts, and liberal arts.
Not all applicants to Ripon College are accepted. The top quarter of students at the school scored at least 650 on the verbal SAT test. Students' math SAT scores were most often in the range 500 to 620 in 2005.
The most successful professors at Ripon College are given tenure, encouraging them to stay with the school for a long time.
Approximately 979 students study at the school (in 2005).
Ripon College offers a real campus feel. The school makes housing available to a large share of its students. Students participate in Midwest Conference athletics.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Ripon College provides a nationally recognized, residential, student-centered liberal arts and sciences education leading to the Bachelor of Arts degree. Ripon's dedicated faculty and staff provide students with individually tailored learning, personalized support, strong graduate and professional preparation, and a lifelong community of alumni."
More complete details are provided below.
Ripon College
300 Seward St
Ripon, WI 54971-0248
General Phone: (920) 748-8115
Admissions Phone: (920) 748-8337
Financial Aid Phone: (920) 748-8101
http://www.ripon.edu
Ripon College awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 78 | history, English, political science, speech and rhetoric, anthropology, Spanish language, interdisciplinary studies, sociology, ... |
| Education And Teaching | 26 | physical education teaching, education, early childhood education, middle school teaching |
| Science | 23 | biology, environmental biology, chemistry courses, chemistry, physics |
| Therapy And Counseling | 15 | psychology, psychology courses |
| Business And Management | 14 | business |
| Art Studies | 6 | art studies |
| Mathematics | 5 | mathematics |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 5 | drama |
| Religion And Philosophy | 3 | religion, philosophy |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 2 | computer support |
| Music | 1 | music |
Number of programs and degrees for Ripon College in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 178 | 33 |
In 2005, Ripon College had a total enrollment of 979 students (963 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 55% |
| Women | 45% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 87% |
| Black | 2% |
| Hispanic | 4% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Other Races | 3% |
| (Foreign Students) | 2% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 77% |
| Illinois | 10% |
| Minnesota | 4% |
| California | 2% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 86 % |
Ripon College offers campus housing for 934 of its 963 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Ripon, Wisconsin for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Wisconsin Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 976 | 791 | 81% | 262 | 33% |
| Men | 491 | 382 | 78% | 143 | 37% |
| Women | 485 | 409 | 84% | 119 | 29% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 480 | 650 |
| SAT Math | 500 | 620 |
| ACT Composite | 21 | 27 |
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 | 17% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 92% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | not required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Admissions Phone Number: (920) 748-8337
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 21,550 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 21,550 |
| Room and board | $ 5,610 |
| Room charge | $ 2,680 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 2,930 |
| Books and supplies | $ 750 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,215 |
Financial Aid:
Ripon College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 388400)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (920) 748-8101
Ripon College has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 27 | 11 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 3 | 6 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 1 | 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 | 23 | $54,797 | 9 | $52,664 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 4 | $43,513 | 2 | * |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 3 | $33,775 | 8 | $35,588 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 30 | $51,190 | 19 | $44,729 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences (2005):
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Midwest Conference |
| Basketball | Midwest Conference |
| Baseball | Midwest Conference |
| Track | Midwest Conference |
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business/Commerce, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Education, General
Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
LIBERAL ARTS
Anthropology
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
Foreign Languages and Literatures, General
French Language and Literature
German Language and Literature
History, General
International Relations and Affairs
Latin American Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
Speech and Rhetorical Studies
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
Religion/Religious Studies
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Chemistry, Other
Environmental Biology
Physics, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Ripon College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% |  |
| % of degrees in drama and performing arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| % of degrees in mathematics (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| % of degrees in art studies (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| % of degrees in science (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
Notable:
United Church of Christ 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 Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army) NCAA athletic conference member
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