Saint Joseph College Rensselaer is a private, co-educational, Roman Catholic liberal arts institution located in Indiana. SJC was established by the Missionaries of the Precious Blood in 1889. The campus is spread across an area of 180 acres. Students are offered pre-professional programs and associate’s, bachelor’s and master’s degrees in several areas of study, including economics, arts, education, nursing, history, foreign languages and physical education.
SJC participates in the Great Lakes Valley Conference and is also a member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association. The school sponsors volleyball, tennis, soccer, golf and basketball teams, all of which are nicknamed the Pumas.
Rensselaer, IN is home to Saint Josephs College. Rensselaer is a town not particularly near any major cities. Students select the school partly because it is a Roman Catholic school. Saint Josephs College is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degrees at the school go up to the Master's degree.
Students at Saint Josephs College can choose among many degree programs. Students commonly pursue studies in science, mathematics, music, fine arts, and security and law enforcement.
Prospective students are advised that admissions are not open to all; the school selects from among qualified applicants. Three quarters of students in 2007-2008 had SAT verbal scores of at least 420. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 420 and 540.
Saint Josephs College has a tenure system for senior faculty.
The school has 1,070 enrolled students (as of 2007-2008).
Saint Josephs College has a residential or campus feel. The school offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. Saint Josephs College offers students meal plans. The school values student athletics, and belongs to the Great Lakes Valley Conference and Independent Mid-South Region. Saint Josephs College offers athletic financial aid to more of its students than do most colleges.
More complete details are provided below.
Saint Josephs College
US Highway 231
Rensselaer, IN 47978
General Phone: (219) 866-6000
http://www.saintjoe.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 44 | registered nursing |
| Business and Management | 38 | business, accounting, international business |
| Education and Teaching | 23 | elementary school teaching, teacher ed, physical education teaching, art education |
| Science | 22 | biology, biochemistry, chemistry |
| Liberal Arts | 17 | creative writing, history, political science, economics, Spanish language, sociology, international relations, international studies, ... |
| Religion and Philosophy | 9 | religious music, pastoral counseling, philosophy and religious studies, philosophy |
| Therapy and Counseling | 7 | psychology |
| Mathematics | 7 | mathematics, mathematics and computer science |
| Media | 7 | mass communication, communication studies |
| Fine Arts | 7 | fine arts |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 6 | criminal justice and safety |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 5 | health and physical education |
| Family and Social Work | 5 | social work |
| Music | 4 | music history and theory, music management |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 1 | computer and info science |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 1 | directing |
| Medical Support and Technology | 0 | clinical lab tech |
Number of programs and degrees for Saint Josephs College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 194 | 38 |
| Master's degree | 7 | 1 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 1 | 2 |
| Associate's degree | 1 | 2 |
In 2007-2008, Saint Josephs College had a total enrollment of 1,070 students (1,144 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 55% |
| Women | 45% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| (Foreign Students) | 100% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 39% |
| 20-21 | 35% |
| 22-24 | 11% |
| 25-29 | 5% |
| 30-34 | 3% |
| 35-39 | 2% |
| 40-49 | 3% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Indiana | 63% |
| Illinois | 18% |
| Michigan | 4% |
| Ohio | 4% |
| Wisconsin | 2% |
| (International Students) | 1% |
| California | 1% |
| Florida | 1% |
| Arizona | 1% |
| Puerto Rico | 1% |
| Hawaii | 1% |
| Colorado | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 68 % |
| Part-Time | 100 % |
Saint Josephs College offers campus housing for 861 of its 1,144 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Rensselaer, Indiana for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Indiana Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 20 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1,325 | 985 | 74% | 274 | 28% |
| Men | 847 | 589 | 70% | 150 | 25% |
| Women | 478 | 396 | 83% | 124 | 31% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 420 | 520 |
| SAT Math | 420 | 540 |
| ACT Verbal | 18 | 24 |
| ACT Math | 17 | 24 |
| ACT Composite | 18 | 24 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 57% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 43% |
| 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 | $ 23,180 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 23,180 |
| Room and board | $ 7,170 |
| Room charge | $ 3,430 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,740 |
| Books and supplies | $ 800 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,200 |
Financial Aid:
Saint Josephs College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 183300)
Saint Josephs College has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 23 | 15 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 7 | 7 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 1 | 1 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Associate professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 2 | * | 0 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 8 | $63,477 | 2 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 12 | $54,056 | 11 | $53,053 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 9 | $48,122 | 10 | $45,692 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 29 | $54,813 | 23 | $50,676 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Independent Mid-South Region |
| Basketball | Great Lakes Valley Conference |
| Baseball | Great Lakes Valley Conference |
| Track | Great Lakes Valley Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 152 | 101 | 253 |
| Football | 65 | 0 | 65 |
| Track | 20 | 19 | 39 |
| Basketball | 12 | 17 | 29 |
| Baseball | 27 | 0 | 27 |
| All Other Sports | 28 | 65 | 93 |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business/Commerce, General
International Business/Trade/Commerce
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Directing and Theatrical Production
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Art Teacher Education
Elementary Education and Teaching
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Teacher Education, Multiple Levels
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Social Work
FINE ARTS
Fine/Studio Arts, General
LIBERAL ARTS
Creative Writing
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
German Language and Literature
History, General
International Relations and Affairs
International/Global Studies
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics and Computer Science
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Mass Communication/Media Studies
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
MUSIC
Music History, Literature, and Theory
Music Management and Merchandising
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Health and Physical Education, General
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Pastoral Studies/Counseling
Philosophy
Philosophy and Religious Studies, Other
Religious/Sacred Music
SCIENCE
Biochemistry
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Saint Josephs College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % students on athletic fin. aid (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | ![]() ![]() |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 5% | ![]() ![]() |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in music (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in security and law enforcement (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 13% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in mathematics (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in fine arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in science (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 17% | ![]() |
Notable:
Roman Catholic affiliation
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
Offers a board (meal) plan
Tenure system for quality teaching
Offers athletic scholarships
NCAA athletic conference member
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