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Students attend Shimer College in Chicago, IL, a large city. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Shimer College degrees go up to the Bachelor's degree.
The school is known for its programs in science and liberal arts.
Applicants to Shimer College appreciate its open admissions policy. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.
Shimer College maintains a faculty/student ratio (full-time) which is better than most colleges.
There are 76 students at the school (as of 2007).
More complete details are provided below.
Shimer College
3424 South State Street
Chicago, IL 60616
General Phone: (312) 235-3500
http://www.shimer.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 14 | humanities, liberal arts and sciences, social services |
| Science | 3 | natural sciences |
Number of programs and degrees for Shimer College in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 17 | 4 |
In 2007, Shimer College had a total enrollment of 76 students (60 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 80% |
| Black | 9% |
| Hispanic | 3% |
| Asian | 6% |
| (Foreign Students) | 2% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 4% |
| 18-19 | 20% |
| 20-21 | 14% |
| 22-24 | 21% |
| 25-29 | 22% |
| 30-34 | 4% |
| 35-39 | 3% |
| 40-49 | 4% |
| 50-64 | 8% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 50 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Chicago, Illinois for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Illinois Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 24,890 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 24,890 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,500 |
Financial Aid:
Shimer College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 175600)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 5 | 1 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No academic rank | calendar year | 2 | * | 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 (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No academic rank | academic year | 3 | $43,141 | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 3 | $43,141 | 1 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
LIBERAL ARTS
Humanities/Humanistic Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Social Sciences, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Shimer College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% |  |
| % of degrees in science (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Open admission Offers weekend classes Career counseling Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library
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