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Spartanburg Methodist College is found in Spartanburg, SC. Spartanburg is a small city. Applicants to the school are attracted by its United Methodist identity. Spartanburg Methodist College is a private, not-for-profit institution. Students can earn degrees up to and including the Associate's degree at the school.
Spartanburg Methodist College has a tighter focus on specific areas of study than most colleges its size. The school is known for its programs in liberal arts.
Admission to Spartanburg Methodist College is not automatic; not everyone who applies gets in. Three quarters of students in 2007 had SAT verbal scores of at least 380. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 390 and 490.
Spartanburg Methodist College has a tenure system for senior faculty.
Students numbered 797 in 2007 at the school.
Spartanburg Methodist College has a residential or campus feel. The school offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. Spartanburg Methodist College offers students meal plans. The school offers athletic financial aid to more of its students than do most colleges.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The mission of Spartanburg Methodist College, a two-year, coeducational institution related to the United Methodist Church, is to develop the worth and abilities of each individual through programs relevant to academic and personal needs. The College strives for a values-oriented atmosphere in the Christian tradition in which students can develop a sensitivity to the needs of others and from which they can assume responsible positions in society."
More complete details are provided below.
Spartanburg Methodist College
1000 Powell Mill Road
Spartanburg, SC 29301-5899
General Phone: (864) 587-4000
http://www.smcsc.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 150 | liberal arts and sciences, general studies |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 13 | criminal justice and administration |
Number of programs and degrees for Spartanburg Methodist College in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 163 | 3 |
In 2007, Spartanburg Methodist College had a total enrollment of 797 students (772 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 48% |
| Women | 52% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 61% |
| Black | 34% |
| Hispanic | 3% |
| Asian | 0% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 4% |
| 18-19 | 82% |
| 20-21 | 12% |
| 22-24 | 1% |
| 25-29 | 0% |
| 30-34 | 0% |
| 35-39 | 0% |
| 40-49 | 0% |
| 50-64 | 0% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| South Carolina | 93% |
| North Carolina | 2% |
| Georgia | 2% |
| (International Students) | 1% |
| Florida | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 55 % |
Spartanburg Methodist College offers campus housing for 605 of its 772 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Spartanburg, South Carolina for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other South Carolina Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 20 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1,117 | 866 | 78% | 441 | 51% |
| Men | 546 | 412 | 75% | 211 | 51% |
| Women | 571 | 454 | 80% | 230 | 51% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 380 | 470 |
| SAT Math | 390 | 490 |
| SAT Writing | 360 | 460 |
| ACT Verbal | 14 | 19 |
| ACT Math | 16 | 19 |
| ACT Composite | 16 | 19 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | recommended |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 99% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 53% |
| 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 | $ 11,040 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 11,040 |
| Room and board | $ 6,420 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,800 |
Financial Aid:
Spartanburg Methodist College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 344700)
Spartanburg Methodist College has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 5 | 3 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 5 | 11 |
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 | academic year | 10 | $43,007 | 14 | $41,783 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 10 | $43,007 | 14 | $41,783 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 92 | 68 | 160 |
| Basketball | 17 | 13 | 30 |
| Baseball | 21 | 0 | 21 |
| Track | 9 | 10 | 19 |
| All Other Sports | 45 | 45 | 90 |
LIBERAL ARTS
General Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Spartanburg Methodist College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% |  |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | |
| % students on athletic fin. aid (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
Notable:
United Methodist affiliation Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Student employment services Remedial classes for students 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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