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Roanoke College, established in 1842, is a four-year liberal-art, private, co-educational college located in Salem, Virginia, United States. The student body at Roanoke College includes students from around 40 states and 25 countries. Roanoke College offers more than 30 majors, 30 minors, 20 concentrations, and pre-professional programs in diverse areas of study. Roanoke also awards bachelor's degrees in subjects including arts, science, and business administration.
Roanoke’s athletics department sponsors several men’s and women’s sports teams. The teams are nicknamed as Maroons and they participate in NCAA (National Collegiate Athletic Association) Division III and Old Dominion Athletic Conference. Roanoke is one of 276 colleges, which have a chapter of Phi Beta Kappa, the oldest and most prestigious honor society in the nation.
Roanoke College is in Salem, VA. Salem is a medium-sized suburb. The school is classified as a Evangelical Lutheran Church college. Roanoke College is a private, not-for-profit institution. The school issues awards (degrees) up to the level of Bachelor's degree.
Fields of study in vogue at Roanoke College include science and art studies.
Not all applicants to the school are accepted. The top quarter of students at Roanoke College scored at least 600 on the verbal SAT test. Students' math SAT scores were most often in the range 510 to 600 in 2007-2008.
The schools' faculty/student ratio of superior to most. The most successful professors at Roanoke College are given tenure, encouraging them to stay with the school for a long time.
Approximately 2,006 students study at the school (in 2007-2008).
Roanoke College offers a real campus feel. The school makes housing available to a large share of its students. Students at Roanoke College can take advantage of the school's meal plans. Students participate in Old Dominion Athletic Conference athletics.
More complete details are provided below.
Roanoke College
221 College Ln
Salem, VA 24153-3794
General Phone: (540) 375-2500
http://www.roanoke.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 135 | sociology, history, English, political science, international relations, Spanish language, economics, French language |
| Business and Management | 113 | business management |
| Science | 44 | biology, chemistry, biochemistry, physics |
| Therapy and Counseling | 41 | psychology |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 27 | health and physical education, athletic trainer |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 20 | criminal justice and safety |
| Art Studies | 15 | art studies |
| Conservation and Resource Management | 8 | environmental studies, natural resources management |
| Mathematics | 8 | mathematics |
| Religion and Philosophy | 6 | theology, philosophy, religion |
| Fine Arts | 3 | art history and criticism |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 3 | information science, computer science |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 3 | drama |
| Music | 3 | music |
| Medical Support and Technology | 0 | clinical lab tech |
Number of programs and degrees for Roanoke College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 429 | 30 |
In 2007-2008, Roanoke College had a total enrollment of 2,006 students (1,950 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 46% |
| Women | 54% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 82% |
| Black | 4% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 9% |
| (Foreign Students) | 2% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 44% |
| 20-21 | 40% |
| 22-24 | 11% |
| 25-29 | 2% |
| 30-34 | 1% |
| 35-39 | 0% |
| 40-49 | 0% |
| 50-64 | 0% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Virginia | 49% |
| Connecticut | 9% |
| Maryland | 8% |
| New York | 6% |
| Pennsylvania | 5% |
| Massachusetts | 5% |
| New Jersey | 4% |
| North Carolina | 2% |
| New Hampshire | 2% |
| Tennessee | 1% |
| Rhode Island | 1% |
| (International Students) | 1% |
| Michigan | 1% |
| Louisiana | 1% |
| Georgia | 1% |
| Vermont | 1% |
| Ohio | 1% |
| South Carolina | 1% |
| Maine | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 73 % |
Roanoke College offers campus housing for 1,240 of its 1,950 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Salem, Virginia for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Virginia 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 | 3,579 | 2,500 | 70% | 529 | 21% |
| Men | 1,541 | 1,023 | 66% | 245 | 24% |
| Women | 2,038 | 1,477 | 72% | 284 | 19% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 500 | 600 |
| SAT Math | 510 | 600 |
| SAT Writing | 470 | 570 |
| ACT Composite | 20 | 25 |
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 | 77% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 32% |
| 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 | $ 27,935 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 27,935 |
| Room and board | $ 9,285 |
| Room charge | $ 4,340 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 4,945 |
| Books and supplies | $ 850 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,750 |
Financial Aid:
Roanoke College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 373600)
Roanoke College 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 | academic year | 32 | $77,291 | 11 | $73,982 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 18 | $60,800 | 19 | $60,807 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 16 | $53,880 | 19 | $54,962 |
| Instructor | academic year | 11 | $47,325 | 25 | $41,508 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 77 | $64,290 | 74 | $54,745 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Old Dominion Athletic Conference |
| Baseball | Old Dominion Athletic Conference |
| Track | Old Dominion Athletic Conference |
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration and Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Science
Information Science/Studies
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Studies
Natural Resources Management and Policy
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
FINE ARTS
Art History, Criticism and Conservation
LIBERAL ARTS
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
French Language and Literature
History, General
International Relations and Affairs
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Athletic Training/Trainer
Health and Physical Education, General
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
Religion/Religious Studies
Theology/Theological Studies
SCIENCE
Biochemistry
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Physics, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Roanoke College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% |  |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| % of degrees in art studies (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (colleges not offering open-admission) | Top 14% | |
| Number of students (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in nutrition and exercise therapy (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 18% | |
| % of degrees in conservation and resource management (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 18% | |
| % of degrees in science (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Evangelical Lutheran Church affiliation Accepts some high school credits 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 NCAA athletic conference member
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