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Transylvania University is located in a large city, in Lexington, Kentucky. The school is officially a Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) school. Transylvania University is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degree levels at the school top out at the Bachelor's degree.
One of the good things about Transylvania University is its wide range of programs leading to degrees. Students at the school often study mathematics, science, and drama and performing arts.
The admissions department at Transylvania University does not accept all those who apply. Most students' verbal SAT scores were in the range of 543 to 642 in 2005. A quarter of students admitted in 2005 scored 641 or higher on the math SAT.
Students at Transylvania University benefit from the low student/teacher ratio. The school's tenure system is geared toward rewarding and keeping the most valuable professors. By paying its faculty better than most schools, Transylvania University tries to attract and retain a high quality teaching staff.
The school offers classes to 1,151 students (1,141 full-time equivalent).
Transylvania University has a residential or campus feel. Many students live in housing on or near campus. Transylvania University does offer meal plans to students. Students sports include formal participation in Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference competitions.
More complete details are provided below.
Transylvania University
300 N Broadway
Lexington, KY 40508-1797
General Phone: (859) 233-8300
Admissions Phone: (859) 233-8242
Financial Aid Phone: (859) 233-8239
http://www.transy.edu
Transylvania University awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 72 | history, political science, English, anthropology, social studies, Spanish language, liberal arts and sciences, sociology, ... |
| Business And Management | 52 | business, accounting |
| Science | 39 | biology, chemistry, physics |
| Therapy And Counseling | 19 | psychology |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 12 | exercise science |
| Education And Teaching | 8 | elementary school teaching, middle school teaching, chemistry teaching, physical education teaching |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 7 | computer and info science |
| Religion And Philosophy | 6 | philosophy, religion |
| Mathematics | 5 | mathematics |
| Fine Arts | 5 | fine arts |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 4 | drama |
| Music | 3 | music performance |
Number of programs and degrees for Transylvania University in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 232 | 28 |
In 2005, Transylvania University had a total enrollment of 1,151 students (1,141 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 39% |
| Women | 61% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 88% |
| Black | 3% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Other Races | 6% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Kentucky | 74% |
| Tennessee | 5% |
| Indiana | 5% |
| Ohio | 4% |
| Virginia | 2% |
| West Virginia | 2% |
| Florida | 1% |
| Nevada | 1% |
| Illinois | 1% |
| Texas | 1% |
| Missouri | 1% |
| South Carolina | 1% |
| North Carolina | 1% |
| Arkansas | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 85 % |
Transylvania University offers campus housing for 886 of its 1,141 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Lexington, Kentucky for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Kentucky 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 | 1,222 | 1,032 | 84% | 326 | 32% |
| Men | 483 | 396 | 82% | 127 | 32% |
| Women | 739 | 636 | 86% | 199 | 31% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 543 | 642 |
| SAT Math | 537 | 641 |
| ACT Verbal | 24 | 29 |
| ACT Math | 22 | 27 |
| ACT Composite | 23 | 28 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 42% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 89% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Admissions Phone Number: (859) 233-8242
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 19,650 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 19,650 |
| Room and board | $ 6,590 |
| Books and supplies | $ 800 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,250 |
Financial Aid:
Transylvania University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 198700)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (859) 233-8239
Transylvania University 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 25 | $73,690 | 5 | $70,100 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 13 | $57,926 | 11 | $55,929 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 12 | $44,097 | 11 | $42,690 |
| Instructor | academic year | 2 | * | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 52 | $61,759 | 29 | $52,749 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences (2005):
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference |
| Baseball | Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference |
| Track | Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business/Commerce, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Chemistry Teacher Education
Elementary Education and Teaching
Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
FINE ARTS
Fine/Studio Arts, General
LIBERAL ARTS
Anthropology
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
French Language and Literature
History, General
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Political Science and Government, General
Social Sciences, Other
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MUSIC
Music Performance, General
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
Religion/Religious Studies
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Physics, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Transylvania University Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in science (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% |  |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 10% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| % of degrees in mathematics (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (colleges not offering open-admission) | Top 16% | |
| % of degrees in drama and performing arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 17% | |
| Student SAT scores (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
| % of students from other states (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) affiliation Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Career placement services Student employment services Offers campus housing Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army, air force) NCAA athletic conference member
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