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Russell Sage College can be found in Troy, New York (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 science, mathematics, drama and performing arts, therapy and counseling, 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 490 or lower in 2005 on the verbal SAT test. Math SAT scores at the school centered around 480 to 590, 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 2005, 838 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 New York State Women's Coll Athletic Association 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
Admissions Phone: (518) 244-2217
Financial Aid Phone: (518) 244-2341
http://www.sage.edu
Russell Sage College awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 67 | English, interdisciplinary studies, history, sociology, Spanish language, political science, minority and gender studies |
| Therapy And Counseling | 38 | psychology |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 32 | various nursing, registered nursing |
| Science | 24 | biology, biopsychology, natural sciences, chemistry |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 22 | nutrition sciences, occupational therapy, exercise science |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 18 | criminal justice and administration, forensic science |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 15 | various performing arts |
| Mathematics | 9 | mathematics |
| Conservation And Resource Management | 5 | environmental science |
| Media | 4 | communication studies |
| Business And Management | 2 | business management |
Number of programs and degrees for Russell Sage College in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 236 | 24 |
In 2005, Russell Sage College had a total enrollment of 838 students (790 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 0% |
| Women | 100% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 74% |
| Black | 5% |
| Hispanic | 3% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Other Races | 16% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 2% |
| 18-19 | 31% |
| 20-21 | 31% |
| 22-24 | 17% |
| 25-29 | 9% |
| 30-34 | 4% |
| 35-39 | 2% |
| 40-49 | 3% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| New York | 83% |
| Vermont | 5% |
| Massachusetts | 4% |
| New Hampshire | 1% |
| Maine | 1% |
| Connecticut | 1% |
| New Jersey | 1% |
| Foreign countries | 1% |
| Rhode Island | 1% |
| Florida | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 85 % |
| Part-Time | 24 % |
Russell Sage College offers campus housing for 517 of its 790 (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 | 394 | 321 | 81% | 117 | 36% |
| Women | 394 | 321 | 81% | 117 | 36% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 490 | 620 |
| SAT Math | 480 | 590 |
| ACT Composite | 21 | 25 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | recommended |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | recommended |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 76% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 16% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Admissions Phone Number: (518) 244-2217
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 23,520 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 23,520 |
| Room and board | $ 7,540 |
| Room charge | $ 3,650 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,890 |
| Books and supplies | $ 900 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,700 |
Financial Aid:
Russell Sage College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 281000)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (518) 244-2341
Russell Sage College has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 35 | 53 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 0 | 2 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 11 | 42 |
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 | 15 | $53,197 | 12 | $55,313 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 23 | $49,537 | 47 | $47,903 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 9 | $42,280 | 32 | $41,479 |
| Instructor | academic year | 0 | * | 5 | $33,219 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 47 | $49,315 | 96 | $45,923 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences (2005):
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | New York State Women's Coll Athletic Association |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration and Management, General
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Science
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Visual and Performing Arts, Other
LIBERAL ARTS
English Language and Literature, General
Ethnic, Cultural Minority, and Gender Studies, Other
History, General
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing, Other
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
Nutrition Sciences
Occupational Therapy/Therapist
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Biopsychology
Chemistry, General
Natural Sciences
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
Forensic Science and Technology
(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% |  |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | |
| % of degrees in mathematics (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | |
| % of degrees in drama and performing arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| % of degrees in nutrition and exercise therapy (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 12% | |
| % of degrees in science (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| % of degrees in conservation and resource management (colleges not offering open-admission) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Career placement services Student employment services Remedial classes for students 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, air force) NCAA athletic conference member
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