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Taylor University was founded in 1846 and is one of the oldest evangelical Christian colleges in USA. It was initially known as the Fort Wayne College which merged with the Fort Wayne College of Medicine in 1890 and became the Taylor University. It moved to the 250-acres campus in Upland, Indiana in 1893. It now operates a separate campus in Fort Wayne. Taylor University's recent enrollments have been more than 1,800 students every year, with the student body representing over 20 states and more than 5 countries.
Taylor University Upland offers over 90 undergraduate and graduate majors through the following academic divisions:
The athletics department of Taylor University Upland fields teams in baseball, basketball, cross country, football, golf, soccer, softball, tennis, track, and volleyball. Nicknamed the Trojans, the teams participate NCAA Division III level.
Taylor University is found in Upland, IN. Upland is a town not particularly near any major cities. Applicants to the school are attracted by its Interdenominational identity. Taylor University is a private, not-for-profit institution. Students can earn degrees up to and including the Bachelor's degree at the school.
Taylor University has a greater breadth of degree programs (majors) than most colleges of its size. The school is known for its programs in music and education and teaching.
Admission to Taylor University is not automatic; not everyone who applies gets in. Three quarters of students in 2007-2008 had SAT verbal scores of at least 510. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 520 and 650.
Taylor University maintains a faculty/student ratio (full-time) which is better than most colleges. The school has a tenure system for senior faculty.
Students numbered 1,879 in 2007-2008 at Taylor University.
A lot of students at the school attend part-time. Taylor University has a residential or campus feel. The school offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. Taylor University values student athletics, and belongs to the Mid-Central College Conference and Mid-States Football Association. The school offers athletic financial aid to more of its students than do most colleges.
More complete details are provided below.
Taylor University
236 W Reade Ave
Upland, IN 46989-1001
General Phone: (765) 998-2751
http://www.taylor.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Education and Teaching | 70 | elementary school teaching, social studies teaching, English teaching, math teaching, science teaching, physical education teaching, art education, Spanish teaching, ... |
| Business and Management | 64 | business management, accounting, international business, marketing, finance, managerial economics |
| Liberal Arts | 53 | political science, history, international relations, English, sociology, liberal arts and humanities, Spanish language, French language, ... |
| Therapy and Counseling | 37 | psychology |
| Religion and Philosophy | 36 | religious education, bible studies, philosophy |
| Media | 35 | communication studies, media studies, mass communication |
| Science | 31 | biology, chemistry, physics, ecology, geology, biological and physical sciences, chemistry courses |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 21 | computer and info science, computer and info science courses, computer engineering, computer support, information science |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 17 | exercise science, sports and fitness management, health and fitness, health and physical education, athletic trainer |
| Family and Social Work | 12 | social work |
| Art Studies | 6 | art studies |
| Design | 6 | design and applied arts |
| Music | 6 | music |
| Mathematics | 4 | applied mathematics, mathematics |
| Conservation and Resource Management | 2 | environmental science |
| Engineering | 2 | engineering physics, environmental engineering |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 1 | drama |
Number of programs and degrees for Taylor University in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 400 | 59 |
| Associate's degree | 3 | 4 |
In 2007-2008, Taylor University had a total enrollment of 1,879 students (1,837 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 43% |
| Women | 57% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 91% |
| Black | 2% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 1% |
| (Foreign Students) | 2% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 43% |
| 20-21 | 44% |
| 22-24 | 11% |
| 25-29 | 0% |
| 30-34 | 0% |
| 35-39 | 0% |
| 40-49 | 0% |
| 50-64 | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Indiana | 27% |
| Illinois | 19% |
| Ohio | 11% |
| Michigan | 9% |
| Pennsylvania | 6% |
| (International Students) | 3% |
| Wisconsin | 3% |
| Minnesota | 3% |
| Colorado | 2% |
| Missouri | 1% |
| Iowa | 1% |
| Florida | 1% |
| New Jersey | 1% |
| North Carolina | 1% |
| Kentucky | 1% |
| Texas | 1% |
| Virginia | 1% |
| New York | 1% |
| New Hampshire | 1% |
| Georgia | 1% |
| Maine | 1% |
| California | 1% |
| Arizona | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 87 % |
| Part-Time | 100 % |
Taylor University offers campus housing for 1,565 of its 1,837 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Upland, Indiana for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Indiana Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1,557 | 1,308 | 84% | 466 | 36% |
| Men | 658 | 537 | 82% | 200 | 37% |
| Women | 899 | 771 | 86% | 266 | 34% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 510 | 660 |
| SAT Math | 520 | 650 |
| SAT Writing | 520 | 643 |
| ACT Verbal | 23 | 31 |
| ACT Math | 22 | 29 |
| ACT Composite | 23 | 30 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 58% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 68% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 24,546 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 24,546 |
| Room and board | $ 6,352 |
| Room charge | $ 3,144 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,208 |
| Books and supplies | $ 900 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,700 |
Financial Aid:
Taylor University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 183800)
Taylor University has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 61 | 19 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 18 | 7 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 15 | 6 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Associate professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 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 (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 49 | $62,041 | 13 | $58,589 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 21 | $52,621 | 7 | $52,559 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 19 | $45,122 | 9 | $45,864 |
| Instructor | academic year | 3 | $41,683 | 3 | $38,520 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 92 | $55,733 | 32 | $51,810 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Mid-States Football Association |
| Basketball | Mid-Central College Conference |
| Baseball | Mid-Central College Conference |
| Track | Mid-Central College Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 109 | 57 | 166 |
| Football | 54 | 0 | 54 |
| Basketball | 11 | 12 | 23 |
| Track | 10 | 10 | 20 |
| Baseball | 13 | 0 | 13 |
| All Other Sports | 21 | 35 | 56 |
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Managerial Economics
Finance, General
International Business/Trade/Commerce
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Engineering, General
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Computer and Information Sciences, Other
Information Science/Studies
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Science
DESIGN
Design and Applied Arts, Other
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Art Teacher Education
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Elementary Education and Teaching
English/Language Arts Teacher Education
French Language Teacher Education
Mathematics Teacher Education
Music Teacher Education
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education
Social Studies Teacher Education
Spanish Language Teacher Education
Teacher Education/Profess Development, Subject Areas, Other
ENGINEERING
Engineering Physics
Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Social Work
LIBERAL ARTS
English Language and Literature, General
French Language and Literature
Geography
History, General
International Relations and Affairs
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Applied Mathematics
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Communication and Media Studies, Other
Mass Communication/Media Studies
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Athletic Training/Trainer
Health and Physical Education, General
Health and Physical Education/Fitness, Other
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Bible/Biblical Studies
Philosophy
Religious Education
SCIENCE
Biological and Physical Sciences
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Chemistry, Other
Ecology
Geology/Earth Science, General
Physics, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Taylor University Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% |  |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| % students on athletic fin. aid (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| Student SAT scores (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| % of degrees in music (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
| Number of students (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 18% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
| % of degrees in education and teaching (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Interdenominational affiliation Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching Offers athletic scholarships
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