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Shaw University

Shaw University

Shaw University is located in Raleigh, North Carolina, United States. It was established in 1865 and is the oldest among the historically black colleges and universities in the South. Shaw University offers degrees in a wide array of subjects including liberal studies, sociology, public administration, computer information systems, elementary education, and religious education. The university's academic divisions are:

  • College of Arts and Sciences
  • College of Graduate and Professional Studies
  • Shaw Divinity School

Shaw University's athletics department fields men's teams in baseball, basketball, football, bowling, track, tennis, and cross country, and women's teams in volleyball, basketball, bowling, softball, track, and cross country. The teams are nicknamed the Bears.

Overview of Shaw University

Shaw University is in a large city, in Raleigh, NC. The school has a Baptist religious affiliation. Shaw University is classified as a private, not-for-profit college. Students at the school earn degrees up to the Master's degree.

Areas of Study

The most common major fields study at Shaw University include business and management and security and law enforcement.

Shaw University Selectivity

The school does not admit all applicants. Of people who applied to Shaw University in 2007, 49% were accepted. The middle range of verbal SAT scores in 2007 was 320 to 420 for students at the school. While math SAT scores among applicants varied, those accepted commonly had scores between 310 and 420. Shaw University attracts a fair number of students from out of state.

Student Body

The school, in 2007, had 2,866 students (2,663 full-time equivalent). A larger than average share of the students at Shaw University are minorities. Adults changing careers are relatively common at the school.

Student Life

Many students at Shaw University are part-timers. Dorm living is common. Shaw University makes available student meal plans. Athletic teams at the school belong to the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association for major sports.

The school reports its educational mission is:
"Shaw University, founded in 1865, is the oldest historically black college of the south. Shaw is a private, coeducational, liberal arts university affiliated with the Baptist Church. The University awards degrees at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Shaw University is committed to providing educational opportunities for a diverse population who otherwise might not have the opportunity for education. The primary mission of the University is teaching with the commitment to maintain excellence in research and academic programs that foster intellectual enhancement and technological skills. Additionally, the University stresses character development, which includes religious, cultural, social, and ethical values. Ultimately, Shaw University endeavors to graduate students with demonstrated competencies in their chosen fields of study."

More complete details are provided below.

Contacting Shaw University

Shaw University
118 East South Street
Raleigh, NC 27601
General Phone: (919) 546-8200
http://www.shawu.edu

Shaw University Programs and Degrees (2007)

General CategoryDegreesMost Common Majors [see all]
Business And Management120business management, accounting, international business
Security And Law Enforcement60criminal justice and safety
Liberal Arts59sociology, liberal arts and sciences, political science, international relations
Religion And Philosophy56philosophy and religious studies, ministry, religious education, religion
Therapy And Counseling31psychology
Family And Social Work22public administration, social work
Computer Science And Engineering14computer and info science, computer science
Nutrition And Exercise Therapy13parks and recreation studies, exercise science
Science11biology, chemistry
Media11mass communication
Education And Teaching7curriculum and instruction, math teaching, English teaching
Mathematics5mathematics
Medical Support And Technology3audiology and speech pathology
Music3music

Number of programs and degrees for Shaw University in 2007:

Degree LevelTotal
Awarded
Number of
Programs
Bachelor's degree36824
First-professional degree241
Associate's degree122
Master's degree112

Student Body

Shaw University is a historically black college.

In 2007, Shaw University had a total enrollment of 2,866 students (2,663 full-time equivalent).

Students in the Freshman Class:

GroupPercent
Men37%
Women63%
Full-Time93%
Part-Time7%

Students By Class:

GroupPercent
Undergraduate92%
Graduate1%
First Professional6%

Racial Diversity:
RacePercent
White1%
Black87%
Hispanic0%
Asian0%
American Indian0%
Unknown10%
(Foreign Students)1%

Students by Age:

AgePercent
Under 181%
18-1925%
20-2117%
22-2412%
25-299%
30-346%
35-398%
40-4913%
50-648%
65+0%

Shaw University Graduation, Retention, and Transfers

Retention Rates (2007):

GroupReturning From
Previous Year
Full-Time55 %
Part-Time18 %

Shaw University Room and Board (2007)

Shaw University offers campus housing for 1,202 of its 2,663 (full-time) students.

(Please refer to our profile of Raleigh, North Carolina for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other North Carolina Colleges).

The school offers students a meal plan with 21 meals per week.

Shaw University Admissions and Selectivity (2007)

Acceptances:

GroupApplicantsAcceptedPercent
Accepted
EnrolledPercent of
Accepted Enrolled
Total5,3612,61449%72328%
Men1,96692147%27029%
Women3,3951,69350%45327%

Standardized Test Scores:

Test25th Percentile75th Percetile
SAT Verbal320420
SAT Math310420
SAT Writing330420
ACT Verbal1217
ACT Math1417
ACT Composite1317

Application Requirements:

ItemRequirement
GPArequired
Class Rankrecommended
High School Recordrequired
College Prep Programrecommended
Recommendationsrecommended
Formal Demonstration of Competencenot required
Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT)required
Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT59%
Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT18%
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language)recommended
Other Standardized Testsnot required

Shaw University Expenses and Financial Aid (2007)

Expenses and Financial Aid:

ExpenseAmount
In-state tuition and fees$ 10,840
Out-of-state tuition and fees$ 10,840
Room and board$ 6,800
Room charge$ 3,200
Board (meal plan) charge$ 3,600
Books and supplies$ 1,100
Other expenses$ 2,550

Financial Aid:
Shaw University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 296200)

Shaw University Faculty

Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):

Full-Time Faculty LevelMenWomen
Non-tenured and not on tenure track7938

Salaries for full-time faculty:

Full-Time Faculty (2007):

Full-Time Faculty LevelContract LengthNumber MenAvg Salary MenNumber WomenAvg Salary Women
Professorcalendar year0*1*
Associate professorcalendar year8$65,8774$64,773
Assistant professorcalendar year5$56,2642*
Instructorcalendar year2*0*
All faculty totalcalendar year15$59,8837$60,670

*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.

Full-Time Faculty (2007):

Full-Time Faculty LevelContract LengthNumber MenAvg Salary MenNumber WomenAvg Salary Women
Professoracademic year5$67,5941*
Associate professoracademic year19$51,4153$41,035
Assistant professoracademic year28$42,93120$44,107
Instructoracademic year11$37,5137$34,970
All faculty totalacademic year63$46,50131$42,337

*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.

Shaw University Athletics

Athletic Conferences:

SportConference
FootballCentral Intercollegiate Athletic Association
BasketballCentral Intercollegiate Athletic Association
BaseballCentral Intercollegiate Athletic Association
TrackCentral Intercollegiate Athletic Association

Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):

SportMenWomenTotal
Total10355158
Football52052
Basketball141630
Track141428
Baseball15015
All Other Sports82533

Shaw University Degree Programs (2007)

BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
International Business/Trade/Commerce

COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Science
Computer and Information Sciences, General

EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Curriculum and Instruction
English/Language Arts Teacher Education
Mathematics Teacher Education

FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Public Administration
Social Work

LIBERAL ARTS
International Relations and Affairs
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology

MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General

MEDIA
Mass Communication/Media Studies

MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist

MUSIC
Music, General

NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies

RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Divinity/Ministry (BD, MDiv)
Philosophy and Religious Studies, Other
Religion/Religious Studies
Religious Education

SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General

SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies

THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Psychology, General

Shaw University Highlights

(Details are provided further down on this page.)

What Sets Shaw University Apart:

CategoryTrophy 
Minority % of student body
(vs. all colleges)
Top 5%Shaw University Minority % of student body
% of degrees in religion and philosophy
(vs. colleges of similar size)
Top 5%Shaw University % of degrees in religion and philosophy
% of degrees in security and law enforcement
(vs. all colleges)
Top 10%Shaw University % of degrees in security and law enforcement
Dorm rooms per full-time student
(vs. all colleges)
Top 13%Shaw University Dorm rooms per full-time student
% students 40 years or older
(vs. all colleges)
Top 14%Shaw University % students 40 years or older
% students on athletic fin. aid
(vs. colleges of similar size)
Top 15%Shaw University % students on athletic fin. aid
% of freshmen enrolled part-time
(vs. colleges with similar degree levels)
Top 16%Shaw University % of freshmen enrolled part-time
% of degrees in business and management
(vs. all colleges)
Top 19%Shaw University % of degrees in business and management
Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted)
(vs. all colleges)
Top 19%Shaw University Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted)
Explanation of the Highlights categories

Notable:
Baptist 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 services
Student employment services
Option to study abroad
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
Offers campus housing
Offers a board (meal) plan
Has ROTC (army, air force)
Offers athletic scholarships
NCAA athletic conference member

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