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Tusculum College, also referred to as TC, is located in Tusculum, Tennessee, United States. It was founded in the year 1794. Students are offered degrees and certificates in various areas of study including computer information systems, environmental science, management accounting, business administration, religious studies, and medical technology.
Tusculum College's athletic teams are known as the Pioneers. The men's teams participate in baseball, basketball, football, cross country, golf, soccer, and tennis. The women's teams play basketball, cross country, soccer, golf, softball, volleyball, and tennis. The college is also home to various clubs and organizations including Alpha Chi, Baptist Student Union, College Republicans, Physical Education Club, and Student Government Association.
Tusculum College is located in Greeneville, TN (a town not particularly near any major cities). The school is a Presbyterian Church (USA) school. Tusculum College is a private, not-for-profit institution. The highest degree level offered by the school is the Master's degree.
Tusculum College is known for its programs in business and management and education and teaching.
The school does not offer open admission. Three quarters of students in 2007-2008 had SAT verbal scores of at least 430. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 433 and 547.
The school has a tenure system for senior faculty.
Tusculum College had 2,605 enrolled students in 2007-2008.
The school offers students meal plans. Tusculum College values student athletics, and belongs to the South Atlantic Conference. The school offers athletic financial aid to more of its students than do most colleges.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Tusculum College remains true to its origins as a church-related institution of higher learning in the civic republican tradition by developing educated citizens distinguished by academic excellence, public service, and qualities of Judeo-Christian character. The College reflects the ideal of its civic arts heritage through its' commitment both to integrity and to the development of strong citizenship qualities in the traditional-aged students from diverse backgrounds as well as working-adult students from the region. Furthermore, the College uses innovative approaches to teaching and learning at both the undergraduate and MasterĘs level to instill factual knowledge, to cultivate the habits of practical wisdom, and to develop the skill of reflective thinking, all necessary for personal success in a democratic society."
More complete details are provided below.
Tusculum College
60 Shiloh Road
Greeneville, TN 37743
General Phone: (423) 636-7300
http://www.tusculum.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business and Management | 337 | business management |
| Education and Teaching | 275 | elementary school teaching, secondary teaching, adult education, physical education teaching, math teaching, history teaching, early childhood special ed, biology teaching, ... |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 20 | sports and fitness management, exercise science, athletic trainer, health and fitness |
| Liberal Arts | 14 | English, history, museum studies, political science, interdisciplinary studies |
| Science | 12 | biology |
| Therapy and Counseling | 7 | psychology |
| Media | 6 | mass communication |
| Conservation and Resource Management | 5 | environmental science, conservation |
| Art Studies | 3 | visual and performing arts |
| Mathematics | 3 | mathematics, mathematics and computer science |
| Medical Support and Technology | 0 | pre-pharmacy |
| Medicine | 0 | pre-med |
Number of programs and degrees for Tusculum College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 592 | 31 |
| Master's degree | 90 | 3 |
In 2007-2008, Tusculum College had a total enrollment of 2,605 students (1,913 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 55% |
| Women | 45% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 93% |
| Graduate | 7% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 83% |
| Black | 10% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 0% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 2% |
| (Foreign Students) | 2% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 10% |
| 20-21 | 13% |
| 22-24 | 17% |
| 25-29 | 16% |
| 30-34 | 13% |
| 35-39 | 13% |
| 40-49 | 13% |
| 50-64 | 4% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 57 % |
Tusculum College offers campus housing for 594 of its 1,913 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Greeneville, Tennessee for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Tennessee 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 | 1,868 | 1,379 | 74% | 283 | 21% |
| Men | 1,001 | 707 | 71% | 155 | 22% |
| Women | 867 | 672 | 78% | 128 | 19% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 430 | 480 |
| SAT Math | 433 | 547 |
| ACT Verbal | 18 | 24 |
| ACT Math | 17 | 24 |
| ACT Composite | 19 | 24 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 27% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 67% |
| 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 | $ 18,870 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 18,870 |
| Room and board | $ 7,120 |
| Room charge | $ 4,230 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 2,890 |
| Books and supplies | $ 960 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,800 |
Financial Aid:
Tusculum College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 352700)
Tusculum College has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 2 | 0 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 33 | 32 |
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 | calendar year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 2 | * | 7 | $49,013 |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 3 | $45,039 | 4 | $43,846 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 6 | $47,719 | 12 | $47,889 |
*: 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 | 7 | $52,358 | 1 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 6 | $48,964 | 3 | $45,098 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 16 | $41,190 | 16 | $40,362 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 29 | $45,494 | 20 | $41,502 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | South Atlantic Conference |
| Basketball | South Atlantic Conference |
| Baseball | South Atlantic Conference |
| Track | South Atlantic Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 248 | 183 | 431 |
| Football | 121 | 0 | 121 |
| Basketball | 24 | 31 | 55 |
| Baseball | 34 | 0 | 34 |
| Track | 11 | 11 | 22 |
| All Other Sports | 58 | 141 | 199 |
ART STUDIES
Visual and Performing Arts, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration and Management, General
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Science
Natural Resources/Conservation, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Adult and Continuing Education and Teaching
Art Teacher Education
Biology Teacher Education
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Education/Teaching Individuals - Early Childhood Spec Ed Pgms
Elementary Education and Teaching
English/Language Arts Teacher Education
History Teacher Education
Mathematics Teacher Education
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Psychology Teacher Education
Secondary Education and Teaching
Special Education and Teaching, General
LIBERAL ARTS
English Language and Literature, General
History, General
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Museology/Museum Studies
Political Science and Government, General
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics and Computer Science
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Mass Communication/Media Studies
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Pre-Pharmacy Studies
MEDICINE
Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Athletic Training/Trainer
Health and Physical Education/Fitness, Other
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Tusculum College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% |  |
| % of degrees in education and teaching (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| % students on athletic fin. aid (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| % students 40 years or older (colleges not offering open-admission) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Presbyterian Church (USA) affiliation Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Student employment services Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching Offers athletic scholarships NCAA athletic conference member
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