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Taylor University - Upland is located in Upland, Indiana (a town not particularly near any major cities). The school is a Interdenominational school. Taylor University - Upland is a private, not-for-profit institution. The highest degree level offered by the school is the Master's degree.
Taylor University - Upland has a greater breadth of degree programs (majors) than most colleges of its size. The school is known for its programs in media, computer science and engineering, and therapy and counseling.
Taylor University - Upland does not offer open admission. Three quarters of students in 2005 had SAT verbal scores of at least 540. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 540 and 660. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.
The school maintains a faculty/student ratio (full-time) which is better than most colleges. Taylor University - Upland has a tenure system for senior faculty.
The school had 1,867 enrolled students in 2005.
Taylor University - Upland has a residential or campus feel. The school offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. Taylor University - Upland offers students meal plans. The school values student athletics, and belongs to the Mid-Central College Conference and Mid-States Football Association. Taylor University - Upland offers athletic financial aid to more of its students than do most colleges.
More complete details are provided below.
Taylor University - Upland
236 W Reade Ave
Upland, IN 46989-1001
General Phone: (765) 998-2751
Admissions Phone: (765) 998-5511
Financial Aid Phone: (765) 998-5358
http://www.taylor.edu
Taylor University - Upland awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Education And Teaching | 76 | elementary school teaching, social studies teaching, English teaching, math teaching, physical education teaching, science teaching, art education, Spanish teaching, ... |
| Business And Management | 76 | business management, marketing, international business, accounting, finance, managerial economics |
| Therapy And Counseling | 51 | psychology |
| Liberal Arts | 41 | English, history, international relations, political science, sociology, liberal arts and humanities, French language, interdisciplinary studies, ... |
| Media | 38 | communication studies, mass communication |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 36 | computer and info science, computer support, computer engineering, information science |
| Religion And Philosophy | 36 | religious education, bible studies, philosophy |
| Science | 25 | biology, chemistry, geology, ecology, physics, chemistry courses |
| Family And Social Work | 12 | social work |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 8 | sports and fitness management, exercise science, health and fitness, health and physical education, athletic trainer |
| Art Studies | 7 | art studies |
| Music | 6 | music |
| Conservation And Resource Management | 5 | environmental science |
| Mathematics | 5 | mathematics |
| Engineering | 5 | engineering physics, environmental engineering |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 0 | drama |
Number of programs and degrees for Taylor University - Upland in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 417 | 53 |
| Associate's degree | 5 | 4 |
| Master's degree | 5 | 1 |
In 2005, Taylor University - Upland had a total enrollment of 1,867 students (1,831 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 41% |
| Women | 59% |
| Full-Time | 99% |
| Part-Time | 1% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Graduate | 0% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 93% |
| Black | 1% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Other Races | 1% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Indiana | 28% |
| Illinois | 18% |
| Ohio | 13% |
| Michigan | 11% |
| Minnesota | 4% |
| Pennsylvania | 3% |
| Foreign countries | 2% |
| Missouri | 2% |
| Wisconsin | 2% |
| Florida | 2% |
| Kentucky | 1% |
| Texas | 1% |
| Kansas | 1% |
| Maryland | 1% |
| Virginia | 1% |
| Colorado | 1% |
| Georgia | 1% |
| Maine | 1% |
| California | 1% |
| Tennessee | 1% |
| Arizona | 1% |
| North Carolina | 1% |
| Iowa | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 90 % |
Taylor University - Upland offers campus housing for 1,532 of its 1,831 (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.)
The school offers students a meal plan with 21 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1,402 | 1,237 | 88% | 461 | 37% |
| Men | 535 | 471 | 88% | 189 | 40% |
| Women | 867 | 766 | 88% | 272 | 36% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 540 | 660 |
| SAT Math | 540 | 660 |
| ACT Verbal | 24 | 30 |
| ACT Math | 23 | 28 |
| ACT Composite | 23 | 28 |
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 | 63% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 69% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Admissions Phone Number: (765) 998-5511
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 20,520 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 20,520 |
| Room and board | $ 5,630 |
| Room charge | $ 2,732 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 2,898 |
| Books and supplies | $ 800 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,600 |
Financial Aid:
Taylor University - Upland participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 183800)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (765) 998-5358
Taylor University - Upland has a tenure system for faculty.
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Associate professor | 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 (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 43 | $54,079 | 9 | $52,651 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 20 | $47,127 | 12 | $46,730 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 17 | $40,038 | 8 | $39,067 |
| Instructor | academic year | 5 | $30,962 | 3 | $32,689 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 85 | $48,275 | 32 | $45,163 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences (2005):
| 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 (2004):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 103 | 51 | 154 |
| Football | 49 | 0 | 49 |
| Basketball | 13 | 12 | 25 |
| Baseball | 15 | 0 | 15 |
| Track | 8 | 6 | 14 |
| All Other Sports | 18 | 33 | 51 |
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
Information Science/Studies
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Science
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
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
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
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 - Upland Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of students from other states (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% |  |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | |
| % of degrees in media (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| Student SAT scores (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 16% | |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 16% | |
| % students on athletic fin. aid (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Interdenominational affiliation Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career placement services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers campus housing Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching Offers athletic scholarships
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