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Susquehanna University was founded by Lutherans in 1858. This national liberal arts institute sits on a 306-acre campus in Selinsgrove, Pennsylvania. Susquehanna University's recent enrollments have been over 2,000 students including men and women from more than 10 countries worldwide.
Students at Susquehanna University can choose from over 50 majors and minors. Bachelor’s degrees in arts, science, and music are offered through the following academic divisions:
The sports teams of the university are nicknamed the Crusaders. They are members of NCAA Division III, and participate in football, golf, basketball, rugby, ice hockey, volleyball, and crew. Besides, there are more than 100 student clubs and organizations in Susquehanna University, including the fraternities and sororities of Phi Beta Sigma, Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia Music, Tau Kappa Epsilon, Sigma Gamma Rho, Alpha Delta Pi, Zeta Tau Alpha, and Sigma Alpha Iota Professional Music Fraternity for Women.
Susquehanna University is located in Selinsgrove, PA (a town not particularly near any major cities). The school is a Evangelical Lutheran Church school. Susquehanna University is a private, not-for-profit institution. The highest degree level offered by the school is the Bachelor's degree.
The range of program offerings available from Susquehanna University is especially impressive compared to its number of students. The school is known for its programs in science, mathematics, and media.
Susquehanna University does not offer open admission. Three quarters of students in 2007-2008 had SAT verbal scores of at least 500. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 520 and 600.
Susquehanna University has a tenure system for senior faculty. The full-time faculty at the school is well-paid, which often goes with faculty quality.
Susquehanna University had 2,039 enrolled students in 2007-2008.
The school has a residential or campus feel. Susquehanna University offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. The school offers students meal plans. Susquehanna University values student athletics, and belongs to the Commonwealth Conference.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Susquehanna University educates undergraduate students for productive, creative, and reflective lives of achievement, leadership, and service in a diverse and interconnected world."
More complete details are provided below.
Susquehanna University
514 University Ave
Selinsgrove, PA 17870-1025
General Phone: (570) 374-0101
http://www.susqu.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 125 | liberal arts and sciences, creative writing, political science, history, English, international relations, sociology, Spanish language, ... |
| Business and Management | 121 | marketing, finance, accounting, human resources, entrepreneurship, business management, managerial economics, international business, ... |
| Media | 66 | communication studies, public relations, radio and television, journalism, mass communication |
| Science | 43 | biology, biochemistry, geology, chemistry, physics, biopsychology, ecology |
| Therapy and Counseling | 38 | psychology |
| Education and Teaching | 15 | music teaching, elementary school teaching, early childhood education |
| Design | 14 | graphic design |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 12 | information science, computer and info science |
| Mathematics | 8 | mathematics |
| Religion and Philosophy | 7 | religion, philosophy |
| Music | 6 | music, music performance |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 6 | drama |
| Fine Arts | 1 | fine arts, art history and criticism |
Number of programs and degrees for Susquehanna University in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 455 | 49 |
| Associate's degree | 7 | 5 |
In 2007-2008, Susquehanna University had a total enrollment of 2,039 students (2,206 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 47% |
| Women | 53% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 88% |
| Black | 3% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 4% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 50% |
| 20-21 | 38% |
| 22-24 | 8% |
| 25-29 | 1% |
| 30-34 | 0% |
| 35-39 | 0% |
| 40-49 | 1% |
| 50-64 | 0% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 84 % |
Susquehanna University offers campus housing for 1,605 of its 2,206 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Selinsgrove, 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 21 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 2,882 | 2,096 | 73% | 616 | 29% |
| Men | 1,324 | 924 | 70% | 290 | 31% |
| Women | 1,558 | 1,172 | 75% | 326 | 28% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 500 | 610 |
| SAT Math | 520 | 600 |
| SAT Writing | 500 | 610 |
| ACT Verbal | 20 | 26 |
| ACT Math | 21 | 27 |
| ACT Composite | 21 | 26 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | recommended |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | recommended |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 82% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 16% |
| 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 | $ 31,080 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 31,080 |
| Room and board | $ 8,400 |
| Room charge | $ 4,400 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 4,000 |
| Books and supplies | $ 850 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,070 |
Financial Aid:
Susquehanna University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 336900)
Susquehanna University has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 43 | 29 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 24 | 21 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 6 | 5 |
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 | 19 | $84,731 | 4 | $69,658 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 28 | $70,335 | 25 | $64,685 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 24 | $62,304 | 22 | $58,405 |
| Instructor | academic year | 2 | * | 4 | $47,735 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 73 | $70,830 | 55 | $61,302 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Commonwealth Conference |
| Basketball | Commonwealth Conference |
| Baseball | Commonwealth Conference |
| Track | Commonwealth Conference |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Corporate Communications
Business/Managerial Economics
Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies
Finance, General
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
International Business/Trade/Commerce
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Information Science/Studies
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Elementary Education and Teaching
Music Teacher Education
FINE ARTS
Art History, Criticism and Conservation
Fine/Studio Arts, General
LIBERAL ARTS
Anthropology, Other
Creative Writing
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
French Language and Literature
German Language and Literature
History, General
International Relations and Affairs
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
Speech and Rhetorical Studies
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Journalism
Mass Communication/Media Studies
Public Relations/Image Management
Radio and Television
MUSIC
Music Performance, General
Music, General
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
Religion/Religious Studies
SCIENCE
Biochemistry
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Biopsychology
Chemistry, General
Ecology
Geology/Earth Science, General
Physics, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Susquehanna University Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in media (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% |  |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | |
| % of degrees in mathematics (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 10% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 12% | |
| % of degrees in science (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| % of degrees in music (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 16% | |
| Number of students (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 16% | |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Evangelical Lutheran Church affiliation Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Career services Student employment services On-campus day care Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army) NCAA athletic conference member
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