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School Of Urban Missions is found in Oakland, CA. Oakland is a large city. Applicants to the school are attracted by its Assemblies of God Church identity. School Of Urban Missions is a private, not-for-profit institution. Students can earn degrees up to and including the Bachelor's degree at the school.
School Of Urban Missions is known for its programs in religion and philosophy.
Admission to the school is not automatic; not everyone who applies gets in.
Students numbered 84 in 2007-2008 at School Of Urban Missions. A large number of students at the school are 40 years old or older.
A lot of students at School Of Urban Missions attend part-time. The school has a residential or campus feel. School Of Urban Missions offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The School of Urban Missions is a Bible College that equips indigenous leaders from AmericaÆs urban communities by offering an affordable theological education combining academic instruction with practical hands on ministry. Our mission empowers these leaders to be instruments of change in their respective communities."
More complete details are provided below.
School Of Urban Missions
735 - 105th Ave
Oakland, CA 94603
General Phone: (510) 567-6174
http://www.sum.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Religion and Philosophy | 12 | bible studies |
Number of programs and degrees for School Of Urban Missions in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 6 | 1 |
| Bachelor's degree | 5 | 1 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 1 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, School Of Urban Missions had a total enrollment of 84 students (65 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 62% |
| Women | 38% |
| Full-Time | 91% |
| Part-Time | 9% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 24% |
| Black | 36% |
| Hispanic | 19% |
| Asian | 21% |
| Unknown | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 12% |
| 20-21 | 18% |
| 22-24 | 23% |
| 25-29 | 24% |
| 30-34 | 5% |
| 35-39 | 5% |
| 40-49 | 7% |
| 50-64 | 5% |
| 65+ | 2% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 48 % |
| Part-Time | 5 % |
School Of Urban Missions offers campus housing for 80 of its 65 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Oakland, California for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other California Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 44 | 39 | 89% | 34 | 87% |
| Men | 26 | 23 | 88% | 21 | 91% |
| Women | 18 | 16 | 89% | 13 | 81% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | recommended |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | recommended |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | recommended |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | recommended |
| 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 | $ 7,005 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 7,005 |
| Room and board | $ 2,400 |
| Room charge | $ 2,400 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,500 |
| Other expenses | $ 6,528 |
Financial Aid:
School Of Urban Missions participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3752400)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No academic rank | calendar year | 3 | $38,800 | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 3 | $38,800 | 0 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets School Of Urban Missions Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| % of degrees in religion and philosophy (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| Minority % of student body (colleges not offering open-admission) | Top 17% | |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 18% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Assemblies of God Church affiliation Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing
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