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Texas Wesleyan University is found in Fort Worth, Texas. Fort Worth is a large city. Applicants to the school are attracted by its United Methodist identity. Texas Wesleyan University is a private, not-for-profit institution. Students can earn degrees up to and including the Master's degree at the school.
Texas Wesleyan University is known for its programs in law and nursing and emergency medicine.
Admission to the school is not automatic; not everyone who applies gets in. Hats off to the 46% of those who apply who get accepted. Three quarters of students in 2005 had SAT verbal scores of at least 518. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 518 and 572.
Texas Wesleyan University has a tenure system for senior faculty. The full-time faculty at the school is well-paid, which often goes with faculty quality.
Students numbered 2,678 in 2005 at Texas Wesleyan University.
A lot of students at the school attend part-time. Texas Wesleyan University values student athletics, and belongs to the Red River Athletic Conference.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Our mission at Texas Wesleyan University is to develop students to their full potential as individuals and as members of the world community. We are committed to the principles that each student deserves personal attention and that all members of the academic community must have freedom to pursue independent thought and to exercise intellecutal curiosity. We seek and employ faculty and staff with committment and dedication to teaching, inspiring, and serving students. We provide leadership and talent through programs that enable and enrich society. We endeavor to create a learning environment where each student is provided an opportunity to pursue individual excellence, to think clearly and creatively, to communicate effectively, and to develop spiritual sensitivity. Texas Wesleyan strives to develop informed, responsible, and articulate citizens with a commitment to moral discrimination and civic responsibility."
More complete details are provided below.
Texas Wesleyan University
1201 Wesleyan St
Fort Worth, TX 76105-1536
General Phone: (817) 531-4444
Admissions Phone: (817) 531-4422
Financial Aid Phone: (817) 531-4420
http://www.txwesleyan.edu
Texas Wesleyan University awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Law | 169 | law, legal professions, pre-law |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 100 | nurse anesthetist |
| Education And Teaching | 75 | elementary school teaching, education, social studies teaching, curriculum and instruction |
| Business And Management | 63 | business management, marketing, MIS, business and related services, accounting, managerial economics |
| Liberal Arts | 56 | interdisciplinary studies, sociology, political science, history, international relations, English |
| Therapy And Counseling | 25 | psychology, organizational psychology |
| Media | 19 | radio and television, advertising, journalism |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 14 | health and physical education, sports and fitness management, exercise science |
| Science | 13 | biology, biochemistry, chemistry |
| Religion And Philosophy | 8 | religion, religious education |
| Music | 5 | music |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 5 | drama |
| Art Studies | 2 | art studies |
| Mathematics | 2 | mathematics |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 1 | computer and info science |
Number of programs and degrees for Texas Wesleyan University in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 272 | 36 |
| First-professional degree | 156 | 1 |
| Master's degree | 129 | 6 |
In 2005, Texas Wesleyan University had a total enrollment of 2,678 students (2,220 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 46% |
| Women | 54% |
| Full-Time | 85% |
| Part-Time | 15% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 60% |
| Graduate | 18% |
| First Professional | 22% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 55% |
| Black | 13% |
| Hispanic | 13% |
| Asian | 3% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Other Races | 13% |
| (Foreign Students) | 3% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 4% |
| 18-19 | 9% |
| 20-21 | 11% |
| 22-24 | 19% |
| 25-29 | 21% |
| 30-34 | 14% |
| 35-39 | 10% |
| 40-49 | 9% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Texas | 87% |
| Oklahoma | 1% |
| New Mexico | 1% |
| Georgia | 1% |
| New York | 1% |
| Arkansas | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 47 % |
Texas Wesleyan University offers campus housing for 563 of its 2,220 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Fort Worth, Texas for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Texas Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 590 | 273 | 46% | 208 | 76% |
| Men | 223 | 118 | 53% | 95 | 81% |
| Women | 367 | 155 | 42% | 113 | 73% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 518 | 580 |
| SAT Math | 518 | 572 |
| ACT Verbal | 21 | 27 |
| ACT Math | 20 | 25 |
| ACT Composite | 21 | 26 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | required |
| High School Record | recommended |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 75% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 25% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Admissions Phone Number: (817) 531-4422
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 14,000 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 14,000 |
| Room and board | $ 5,569 |
| Room charge | $ 2,250 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 2,510 |
| Books and supplies | $ 900 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,700 |
Financial Aid:
Texas Wesleyan University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 364500)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (817) 531-4420
Texas Wesleyan University has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 50 | 28 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 13 | 20 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 12 | 16 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 39 | $81,396 | 14 | $79,384 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 20 | $65,653 | 19 | $53,479 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 10 | $46,232 | 21 | $44,354 |
| Instructor | academic year | 6 | $70,607 | 9 | $59,919 |
| No academic rank | academic year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 75 | $71,646 | 64 | $56,620 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences (2005):
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Red River Athletic Conference |
| Baseball | Red River Athletic Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2004):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 27 | 35 | 62 |
| Basketball | 7 | 19 | 26 |
| Baseball | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| All Other Sports | 8 | 16 | 24 |
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Business, Management, Marketing & Related Support Services, Other
Business/Managerial Economics
Management Information Systems, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Curriculum and Instruction
Education, General
Elementary Education and Teaching
Social Studies Teacher Education
LAW
Law (LLB, JD)
Legal Professions and Studies, Other
Pre-Law Studies
LIBERAL ARTS
English Language and Literature, General
History, General
International Relations and Affairs
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Advertising
Journalism
Radio and Television
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nurse Anesthetist
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Health and Physical Education, General
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Religion/Religious Studies
Religious Education
SCIENCE
Biochemistry
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Industrial and Organizational Psychology
Psychology, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Texas Wesleyan University Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in law (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% |  |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 10% | |
| % of degrees in nursing and emergency medicine (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 13% | |
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 13% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
Notable:
United Methodist affiliation Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes 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 Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army, air force) Offers athletic scholarships
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