Saint Michael's College is located in Colchester, Vermont, United States. It was established in 1904 as Saint Michael's Institute. It enrolled 34 students in its first year. The college became coeducational in 1970. The college has two campuses in Colchester and encompasses an area of more than 400 acres. Saint Michael's offers a wide variety of undergraduate and graduate degree programs.
The athletic teams of Saint Michael's College are nicknamed the Purple Knights. The colors of the college are purple and gold. They are Division II members of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA). The college competes in the Northeast Ten Conference. Students participate in a wide variety of sports including baseball, softball, cross country, lacrosse, basketball, volleyball, skiing, swimming and diving, golf, tennis, rugby, field hockey, soccer, and ice hockey.
Some notable alumni of Saint Michael's College are Donald Cook, United States Marine Corp Colonel; Tom Freston, one of the founders of MTV; and Patrick Leahy, Senior U.S. Senator from Vermont.
Saint Michaels College
One Winooski Park
Colchester , VT 05439
General Phone:
(802) 654-2000
http://www.smcvt.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 135 | American studies, French language, Spanish language, Classical languages, English, economics, political science, sociology, history ... |
| Business and Management | 127 | business management, accounting |
| Education and Teaching | 99 | education, elementary school teaching, ESL instruction |
| Therapy and Counseling | 55 | psychology, clinical psychology |
| Science | 38 | biology, biochemistry, physical sciences, chemistry, physics |
| Media | 31 | journalism |
| Religion and Philosophy | 25 | philosophy, religion, theology |
| Art Studies | 12 | art studies |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 10 | drama |
| Mathematics | 8 | mathematics |
| Music | 8 | music |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 7 | information science, computer science |
| Engineering | 4 | engineering |
| Conservation and Resource Management | 1 | environmental science |
Number of programs and degrees for Saint Michaels College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 441 | 30 |
| Master's degree | 119 | 5 |
| Post-master's certificate | 0 | 3 |
In 2007-2008, Saint Michaels College had a total enrollment of 2,449 students (2,406 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 49% |
| Women | 51% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 63% |
| Graduate | 37% |
Racial Diversity:
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 94% |
| Black | 1% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 1% |
| (Foreign Students) | 3% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 37% |
| 20-21 | 37% |
| 22-24 | 8% |
| 25-29 | 5% |
| 30-34 | 3% |
| 35-39 | 2% |
| 40-49 | 3% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 30% |
| Vermont | 23% |
| New York | 14% |
| Connecticut | 9% |
| New Hampshire | 8% |
| Maine | 4% |
| New Jersey | 3% |
| Pennsylvania | 2% |
| Rhode Island | 2% |
| (International Students) | 1% |
| Maryland | 1% |
| Ohio | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 90 % |
Saint Michaels College offers campus housing for 1,982 of its 2,406 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Colchester, Vermont for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Vermont Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 3,618 | 2,489 | 69% | 551 | 22% |
| Men | 1,809 | 1,135 | 63% | 270 | 24% |
| Women | 1,809 | 1,354 | 75% | 281 | 21% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 520 | 620 |
| SAT Math | 520 | 610 |
| SAT Writing | 530 | 629 |
| ACT Verbal | 21 | 26 |
| ACT Math | 21 | 26 |
| ACT Composite | 22 | 26 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 99% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 25% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 31,940 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 31,940 |
| Room and board | $ 7,960 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,200 |
| Other expenses | $ 900 |
Financial Aid:
Saint Michaels College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 369400)
Saint Michaels College has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 61 | 35 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 13 | 16 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 4 | 12 |
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 | $95,640 | 20 | $92,075 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 30 | $74,624 | 15 | $70,932 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 12 | $57,611 | 16 | $61,324 |
| Instructor | academic year | 4 | $52,552 | 12 | $51,767 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 78 | $79,497 | 63 | $71,554 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Northeast 10 Conference |
| Baseball | Independent Northeast Region |
| Track | Northeast 10 Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 12 | 11 | 23 |
| Baseball | 11 | 10 | 21 |
| All Other Sports | 1 | 1 | 2 |
Art Studies
Art/Art Studies, General
Business And Management
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Computer Science And Engineering
Computer Science
Information Science/Studies
Conservation And Resource Management
Environmental Science
Drama And Performing Arts
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
Education And Teaching
Education, General
Elementary Education and Teaching
Teaching English as Second/Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor
Engineering
Engineering, General
Liberal Arts
American/United States Studies/Civilization
Classics/Classical Languages, Lit & Linguistics, General
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
French Language and Literature
History, General
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
Mathematics
Mathematics, General
Religion And Philosophy
Philosophy
Religion/Religious Studies
Theology/Theological Studies
Science
Biochemistry
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Physical Sciences
Physics, General
Therapy And Counseling
Clinical Psychology
Psychology, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Saint Michaels College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | ![]() ![]() |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 15% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in mathematics (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 17% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 19% | ![]() |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | ![]() |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | ![]() |
Notable:
Roman Catholic affiliation
Accepts some high school credits
Grants credits for AP courses
Offers distance learning
Career counseling
Career services
Student employment services
On-campus day care
Option to study abroad
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
Offers campus housing
Tenure system for quality teaching
Offers athletic scholarships
NCAA athletic conference member
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