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Students attend Southeastern University in Washington, DC, a large city. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Southeastern University degrees go up to the Master's degree.
The school has a greater breadth of degree programs (majors) than most colleges of its size. Southeastern University is known for its programs in business and management, computer science and engineering, and family and social work.
The school is selective and does not offer open admission.
There are 787 students at Southeastern University (as of 2007-2008). The school has a large minority student population. A large number of students at Southeastern University are 40 years old or older.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Southeastern University is an institution of higher learning committed to academic excellence and civic engagement. Our academic innovation is driven by faculty who provide traditional and adult learners with the critical thinking and business skills that result in exit competencies demanded by a competitive marketplace."
More complete details are provided below.
Southeastern University Washington
501 I St SW
Washington, DC 20024-2788
General Phone: (202) 478-8200
http://www.southeastern.edu/
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business and Management | 123 | accounting, business administration, financial management, MIS, marketing, non-profit management |
| Family and Social Work | 53 | child development, public administration |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 17 | computer science, information technology |
| Medical Administration | 12 | health care administration |
| Liberal Arts | 8 | liberal arts and sciences |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 4 | criminal justice and administration |
Number of programs and degrees for Southeastern University in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Master's degree | 90 | 10 |
| Bachelor's degree | 82 | 11 |
| Associate's degree | 45 | 10 |
In 2007-2008, Southeastern University had a total enrollment of 787 students (527 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 31% |
| Women | 69% |
| Full-Time | 15% |
| Part-Time | 85% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 70% |
| Graduate | 30% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 2% |
| Black | 61% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 3% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 21% |
| (Foreign Students) | 12% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 2% |
| 20-21 | 6% |
| 22-24 | 10% |
| 25-29 | 21% |
| 30-34 | 18% |
| 35-39 | 13% |
| 40-49 | 15% |
| 50-64 | 7% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 88 % |
| Part-Time | 95 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Washington, District of Columbia for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other District of Columbia Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 559 | 375 | 67% | 167 | 45% |
| Men | 162 | 108 | 67% | 51 | 47% |
| Women | 397 | 267 | 67% | 116 | 43% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | not required |
| 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 | $ 10,770 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 10,770 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,200 |
Financial Aid:
Southeastern University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 145600)
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 | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 2 | * | 1 | * |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 4 | $57,669 | 2 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other
Finance and Financial Management Services, Other
Management Information Systems, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Non-Profit/Public/Organizational Management
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Science
Information Technology
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Child Development
Public Administration
LIBERAL ARTS
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Health/Health Care Administration/Management
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Southeastern University Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in family and social work (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% |  |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | |
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 8% | |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 15% | |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 16% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 18% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers part-time study On-campus library
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