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Tuskegee University is located in Tuskegee, Alabama, United States. It was founded in the year 1881. Students are offered degrees through the five academic colleges of the university, which are:
Students of Tuskegee University can participate in sports such as basketball, baseball, football, softball, cross country, track, tennis, and volleyball. The university's athletic teams are called the Golden Tigers. There are several Greek organizations including Kappa Alpha Psi, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Sigma Gamma Rho, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, and Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity.
Tuskegee, AL is home to Tuskegee University. Tuskegee is a town not particularly near any major cities. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degrees at Tuskegee University go up to the Doctoral degree.
Students commonly pursue studies in medicine, science, engineering, animal science and care, and conservation and resource management.
Prospective students are advised that admissions are not open to all; the school selects from among qualified applicants. Three quarters of students in 2007-2008 had SAT verbal scores of at least 380. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 380 and 490.
Tuskegee University maintains a faculty/student ratio (full-time) which is better than most colleges. The school has a tenure system for senior faculty.
Tuskegee University has 2,936 enrolled students (as of 2007-2008). The school has a large minority student population.
Tuskegee University has a residential or campus feel. The school offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. Tuskegee University values student athletics, and belongs to the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference.
More complete details are provided below.
Tuskegee University
Kresge Center, 3rd Floor
Tuskegee, AL 36088-1920
General Phone: (334) 727-8011
http://www.tuskegee.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business and Management | 69 | sales and marketing, business management, finance, management science, accounting, marketing |
| Engineering | 60 | mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, chemical engineering, materials science |
| Science | 52 | biology, chemistry, physics |
| Medicine | 50 | veterinary medicine, veterinary sciences |
| Liberal Arts | 44 | political science, English, history, sociology, economics |
| Animal Science and Care | 40 | animal science |
| Therapy and Counseling | 34 | psychology |
| Family and Social Work | 19 | social work, food and related services |
| Conservation and Resource Management | 12 | environmental studies, environmental science, forest management |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 11 | occupational therapy, dietitian |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 8 | registered nursing |
| Construction Trades | 7 | building inspection and management |
| Architecture and Planning | 7 | architecture |
| Education and Teaching | 5 | elementary school teaching, English teaching, education, physical education teaching, math teaching, education of emotionally disturbed |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 4 | computer science, computer and info science |
| Mathematics | 3 | mathematics |
| Agricultural Science and Management | 3 | agricultural economics |
| Hospitality | 1 | hospitality management |
| Medical Support and Technology | 1 | clinical lab tech, medical staff tech |
| Landscaping and Horticulture | 1 | soil science |
Number of programs and degrees for Tuskegee University in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 335 | 42 |
| First-professional degree | 50 | 1 |
| Master's degree | 44 | 13 |
| Doctor's degree | 2 | 1 |
Tuskegee University is a historically black college.
In 2007-2008, Tuskegee University had a total enrollment of 2,936 students (3,529 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 45% |
| Women | 55% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 86% |
| Graduate | 6% |
| First Professional | 7% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 1% |
| Black | 79% |
| Hispanic | 0% |
| Asian | 0% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 16% |
| (Foreign Students) | 3% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 20% |
| 20-21 | 34% |
| 22-24 | 29% |
| 25-29 | 13% |
| 30-34 | 1% |
| 35-39 | 1% |
| 40-49 | 1% |
| 50-64 | 0% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 71 % |
| Part-Time | 56 % |
Tuskegee University offers campus housing for 2,040 of its 3,529 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Tuskegee, Alabama for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Alabama Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 3,091 | 1,823 | 59% | 797 | 44% |
| Men | 1,360 | 802 | 59% | 355 | 44% |
| Women | 1,731 | 1,021 | 59% | 442 | 43% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 380 | 500 |
| SAT Math | 380 | 490 |
| SAT Writing | 380 | 500 |
| ACT Verbal | 16 | 22 |
| ACT Math | 17 | 21 |
| ACT Composite | 16 | 22 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | recommended |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 54% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 63% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 15,450 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 15,450 |
| Room and board | $ 7,130 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,056 |
| Other expenses | $ 3,994 |
Financial Aid:
Tuskegee University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 105000)
Tuskegee University has a tenure system for faculty.
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 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 1 | * | 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 | 37 | $70,339 | 7 | $65,988 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 44 | $59,303 | 26 | $60,371 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 62 | $54,099 | 47 | $50,815 |
| Instructor | academic year | 18 | $37,114 | 20 | $41,727 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 4 | $37,983 | 3 | $34,929 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 165 | $56,885 | 103 | $52,031 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference |
| Basketball | Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference |
| Baseball | Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference |
| Track | Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 34 | 3 | 37 |
| Football | 31 | 0 | 31 |
| Basketball | 2 | 3 | 5 |
| Baseball | 1 | 0 | 1 |
AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT
Agricultural Economics
ANIMAL SCIENCE AND CARE
Animal Sciences, General
ARCHITECTURE AND PLANNING
Architecture (BArch, BA/BS, MArch, MA/MS, PhD)
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Finance, General
Management Science, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Sales, Distribution, and Marketing Operations, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Science
Computer and Information Sciences, General
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Science
Environmental Studies
Forest Management/Forest Resources Management
CONSTRUCTION TRADES
Building/Construction Finishing, Management, & Inspection, Other
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Education, General
Education/Teaching of Individuals with Emotional Disturbances
Elementary Education and Teaching
English/Language Arts Teacher Education
Mathematics Teacher Education
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
ENGINEERING
Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
Materials Science
Mechanical Engineering
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Foods, Nutrition, and Related Services, Other
Social Work
HOSPITALITY
Hospitality Administration/Management, General
LANDSCAPING AND HORTICULTURE
Soil Science and Agronomy, General
LIBERAL ARTS
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
History, General
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
Medical Staff Services Technology/Technician
MEDICINE
Veterinary Medicine (DVM)
Veterinary Sciences/Veterinary Clinical Sci, Gen (Cert,MS,PhD)
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Dietetics/Dietitian (RD)
Occupational Therapy/Therapist
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Physics, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Tuskegee University Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% |  |
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| % of degrees in engineering (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| % of degrees in animal science and care (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| % of degrees in science (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| % of degrees in medicine (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| % of degrees in conservation and resource management (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers remedial adult education Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army, air force) Offers athletic scholarships NCAA athletic conference member
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