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Russell Sage College can be found in Troy, NY (a small city). The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. The Bachelor's degree is the highest degree at Russell Sage College.
The most common majors at the school are in drama and performing arts and nutrition and exercise therapy.
Russell Sage College does not have an open admissions system. Not everyone who applies is accepted. Only 25% of students scored 540 or lower in 2007-2008 on the verbal SAT test. Math SAT scores at the school centered around 510 to 570, but ranged both higher and lower.
Classes at Russell Sage College are less crowded than at many schools. A tenure system is one way the school works to keep a high-quality staff.
In 2007-2008, 682 students were enrolled in Russell Sage College. A very high share of students at the school are female.
Russell Sage College has a residential or campus feel. Student dorms or apartments are common at the school. Russell Sage College student athletes compete in Skyline Conference competitions.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The educational purpose of The Sage Colleges is to translate higher learning into action and application, recognizing the obligation of educated persons to lead and serve their communities. Russell Sage College, a member of the Sage Colleges, is a comprehensive college that educates women to occupy positions of influence in society, providing women of all ages and backgrounds with a strong vision of their own power and potential. The College's commitment to integrating liberal arts and professional study reflects the fundamental belief that each complements the other. Russell Sage College offers its women students an intellectually challenging and personally fulfilling experience that facilitates the development of knowldge, skills and attitudes essential to an increasingly interdependent world."
More complete details are provided below.
Russell Sage College
45 Ferry St
Troy, NY 12180
General Phone: (518) 244-2000
http://www.sage.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 50 | registered nursing |
| Liberal Arts | 35 | liberal arts and sciences, history, sociology, political science, Spanish language, English, international relations |
| Science | 24 | biology, physical science courses, biopsychology, biochemistry, chemistry |
| Education and Teaching | 23 | elementary school teaching |
| Medicine | 18 | health professions |
| Therapy and Counseling | 12 | psychology |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 11 | nutrition sciences |
| Business and Management | 8 | business management |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 6 | various performing arts, drama |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 3 | criminal justice and administration |
| Mathematics | 3 | mathematics |
| Conservation and Resource Management | 2 | environmental science |
| Media | 2 | communication studies |
Number of programs and degrees for Russell Sage College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 197 | 24 |
In 2007-2008, Russell Sage College had a total enrollment of 682 students (627 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 0% |
| Women | 100% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 72% |
| Black | 6% |
| Hispanic | 3% |
| Asian | 4% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 14% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 3% |
| 18-19 | 26% |
| 20-21 | 39% |
| 22-24 | 17% |
| 25-29 | 6% |
| 30-34 | 4% |
| 35-39 | 2% |
| 40-49 | 1% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| New York | 89% |
| Connecticut | 4% |
| New Hampshire | 2% |
| Massachusetts | 2% |
| California | 1% |
| Vermont | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 69 % |
Russell Sage College offers campus housing for 504 of its 627 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Troy, New York for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other New York Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 377 | 281 | 75% | 123 | 44% |
| Women | 377 | 281 | 75% | 123 | 44% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 540 | 610 |
| SAT Math | 510 | 570 |
| ACT Composite | 22 | 25 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | recommended |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| 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 | 79% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 28% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | recommended |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 26,540 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 26,540 |
| Room and board | $ 9,200 |
| Room charge | $ 4,700 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 4,500 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,060 |
Financial Aid:
Russell Sage College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 281000)
Russell Sage 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 | 6 | $61,378 | 5 | $58,290 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 7 | $52,859 | 13 | $50,083 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 4 | $44,897 | 12 | $43,683 |
| Instructor | academic year | 0 | * | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 17 | $53,992 | 32 | $48,404 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration and Management, General
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Science
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
Visual and Performing Arts, Other
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Elementary Education and Teaching
LIBERAL ARTS
English Language and Literature, General
History, General
International Relations and Affairs
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
MEDICINE
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Nutrition Sciences
SCIENCE
Biochemistry
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Biopsychology
Chemistry, General
Physical Sciences, Other
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Russell Sage College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Female % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| % of degrees in drama and performing arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | |
| % of degrees in nutrition and exercise therapy (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 11% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army, air force) NCAA athletic conference member
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