The campus of Seton Hill University is in Greensburg, Pennsylvania, which is a large suburb. Its Roman Catholic nature is one of the defining aspects of the school. Seton Hill University is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degrees at the school include, at the school's highest level, the Master's degree.
Seton Hill University has a greater breadth of degree programs (majors) than most colleges of its size. The school is known for its programs in fine arts, business and management, family and social work, and therapy and counseling.
Admission at Seton Hill University is selective, not open to all who apply.
The school has a tenure system for senior faculty.
In 2005, Seton Hill University had 1,863 students enrolled (1,538 full-time equivalent). A very high share of students at the school are female.
Full-time students are the norm at Seton Hill University. The school offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. Seton Hill University offers students meal plans. The school values student athletics, and belongs to the America East.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Seton Hill is a Catholic university rooted in Judeo-Christian values. In the tradition of Elizabeth Ann Seton, we educate students to think and act critically, creatively, and ethically as productive members of society committed to transforming the world."
More complete details are provided below.
Seton Hill University
Seton Hill Dr
Greensburg, PA 15601
General Phone: (724) 834-2200
Admissions Phone: (724) 838-4255
Financial Aid Phone: (724) 838-4293
http://www.setonhill.edu
Seton Hill University awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business And Management | 127 | business management, marketing, human resources, accounting, MIS, international business, entrepreneurship |
| Education And Teaching | 48 | special ed, elementary school teaching, instructional media design, music teaching, art education, family/home economics teaching, English teaching, math teaching |
| Liberal Arts | 44 | creative writing, sociology, English, general studies, history, political science, Spanish language |
| Therapy And Counseling | 40 | psychology, art therapy, marriage and family therapy, counseling psychology |
| Family And Social Work | 30 | human services, family and consumer science, social work, child care management, family systems |
| Fine Arts | 16 | fine arts, art history and criticism, fine arts studies |
| Science | 10 | biology, chemistry, biochemistry |
| Media | 10 | mass communication, communication studies, journalism |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 5 | dietitian |
| Religion And Philosophy | 4 | religion |
| Medical Support And Technology | 3 | physician assistant, allied health and medical assisting |
| Mathematics | 3 | mathematics |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 3 | acting, theatre design, theatre arts management |
| Music | 3 | music |
| Hospitality | 2 | hospitality management |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 2 | computer science |
Number of programs and degrees for Seton Hill University in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 199 | 46 |
| Master's degree | 149 | 8 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 2 | 1 |
In 2005, Seton Hill University had a total enrollment of 1,863 students (1,538 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 56% |
| Women | 44% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 77% |
| Graduate | 23% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 88% |
| Black | 5% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Other Races | 2% |
| (Foreign Students) | 2% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 23% |
| 20-21 | 19% |
| 22-24 | 13% |
| 25-29 | 12% |
| 30-34 | 9% |
| 35-39 | 7% |
| 40-49 | 11% |
| 50-64 | 4% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 78% |
| Maryland | 4% |
| Ohio | 4% |
| New York | 3% |
| Virgin Islands | 2% |
| Virginia | 1% |
| Connecticut | 1% |
| Foreign countries | 1% |
| Puerto Rico | 1% |
| Delaware | 1% |
| Maine | 1% |
| New Jersey | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 78 % |
Seton Hill University offers campus housing for 685 of its 1,538 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Greensburg, Pennsylvania for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Pennsylvania Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 19 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 2,133 | 1,500 | 70% | 335 | 22% |
| Men | 1,029 | 661 | 64% | 187 | 28% |
| Women | 1,104 | 839 | 76% | 148 | 18% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | recommended |
| 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) | recommended |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Admissions Phone Number: (724) 838-4255
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 21,870 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 21,870 |
| Room and board | $ 6,820 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,400 |
Financial Aid:
Seton Hill University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 336200)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (724) 838-4293
Seton Hill University has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 15 | 10 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 13 | 11 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 3 | 10 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Associate professor | calendar year | 2 | * | 2 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 3 | $60,351 | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 5 | $66,098 | 3 | $58,371 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 6 | $60,540 | 3 | $56,443 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 12 | $52,726 | 11 | $52,930 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 8 | $47,829 | 14 | $43,956 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 26 | $53,023 | 28 | $48,819 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences (2005):
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | America East |
| Basketball | America East |
| Baseball | America East |
| Track | America East |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2004):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 0 | 20 | 20 |
| Basketball | 0 | 5 | 5 |
| Track | 0 | 4 | 4 |
| All Other Sports | 0 | 11 | 11 |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
International Business/Trade/Commerce
Management Information Systems, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Science
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Acting
Technical Theatre/Theatre Design and Technology
Theatre/Theatre Arts Management
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Art Teacher Education
Educational/Instructional Media Design
Elementary Education and Teaching
English/Language Arts Teacher Education
Family and Consumer Sciences/Home Economics Teacher Education
Mathematics Teacher Education
Music Teacher Education
Special Education and Teaching, General
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Child Care and Support Services Management
Family Systems
Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences, General
Human Services, General
Social Work
FINE ARTS
Art History, Criticism and Conservation
Fine Arts and Art Studies, Other
Fine/Studio Arts, General
HOSPITALITY
Hospitality Administration/Management, General
LIBERAL ARTS
Creative Writing
English Language and Literature, General
General Studies
History, General
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Journalism
Mass Communication/Media Studies
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services, Other
Physician Assistant
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Dietetics/Dietitian (RD)
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Religion/Religious Studies
SCIENCE
Biochemistry
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Art Therapy/Therapist
Counseling Psychology
Marriage and Family Therapy/Counseling
Psychology, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Seton Hill University Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 9% | ![]() |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | ![]() |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in fine arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | ![]() |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in family and social work (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 17% | ![]() |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 18% | ![]() |
| % students 40 years or older (colleges not offering open-admission) | Top 18% | ![]() |
Notable:
Roman Catholic affiliation
Accepts some high school credits
Offers credit for life experience
Grants credits for AP courses
Offers distance learning
Offers weekend classes
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
Offers a board (meal) plan
Tenure system for quality teaching
Has ROTC (army)
Offers athletic scholarships
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