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Vassar College is a private, coeducational, liberal arts college located in Poughkeepsie, New York, United States. It was established in the year 1861. The campus spreads across an area of more than 1200 acres. The college offers major degrees in over 50 varied fields of study. Students are also offered opportunities for studying abroad in countries such as China, England, France, Spain, and Russia, among others. The student body has an impressive number of international students representing over 45 foreign countries.
Vassar College’s athletics department fields more than 20 men's and women's sports teams. They compete in Division III of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA). They are nicknamed the Brewers and participate in sports such as lacrosse, rowing, soccer, volleyball, and basketball.
Vassar is located in Poughkeepsie, NY (a small city). The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. The highest degree level offered by Vassar is the Master's degree.
The range of program offerings available from the school is especially impressive compared to its number of students. Vassar is known for its programs in science, mathematics, art studies, drama and performing arts, photography and commercial art, and liberal arts.
The school does not offer open admission. Vassar admitted just 30% of applicants in 2007. Three quarters of students in 2007 had SAT verbal scores of at least 660. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 640 and 710.
Vassar maintains a faculty/student ratio (full-time) which is better than most colleges. The school has a tenure system for senior faculty. The full-time faculty at Vassar is well-paid, which often goes with faculty quality.
The school had 2,451 enrolled students in 2007.
Full-time students are the norm at Vassar. The school has a residential or campus feel. Vassar offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. The school values student athletics, and belongs to the Upstate Collegiate Athletic Association.
More complete details are provided below.
Vassar College
124 Raymond Ave
Poughkeepsie, NY 12604
General Phone: (845) 437-7000
http://www.vassar.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 343 | English, economics, political science, history, urban studies, international relations, anthropology, sociology, ... |
| Therapy And Counseling | 64 | psychology, cognitive science |
| Science | 47 | biology, biochemistry, physics, chemistry, science and society, astronomy, geology |
| Art Studies | 26 | art studies |
| Religion And Philosophy | 26 | philosophy, religion, Jewish studies |
| Photography And Commercial Art | 20 | film studies |
| Medicine | 18 | neuroscience |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 16 | drama |
| Conservation And Resource Management | 11 | environmental studies |
| Mathematics | 9 | mathematics |
| Media | 9 | mass communication |
| Music | 9 | music |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 7 | computer and info science |
Number of programs and degrees for Vassar in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 605 | 48 |
In 2007, Vassar had a total enrollment of 2,451 students (2,424 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 38% |
| Women | 62% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Graduate | 0% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 74% |
| Black | 5% |
| Hispanic | 6% |
| Asian | 9% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 0% |
| (Foreign Students) | 6% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 47% |
| 20-21 | 43% |
| 22-24 | 8% |
| 25-29 | 0% |
| 30-34 | 0% |
| 35-39 | 0% |
| 40-49 | 0% |
| 50-64 | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| New York | 25% |
| California | 11% |
| Massachusetts | 9% |
| (International Students) | 9% |
| New Jersey | 8% |
| Connecticut | 6% |
| Pennsylvania | 5% |
| Texas | 3% |
| Maryland | 2% |
| Illinois | 2% |
| Florida | 1% |
| Vermont | 1% |
| Ohio | 1% |
| New Hampshire | 1% |
| Oregon | 1% |
| Kentucky | 1% |
| Virginia | 1% |
| Arizona | 1% |
| Rhode Island | 1% |
| Maine | 1% |
| Missouri | 1% |
| South Carolina | 1% |
| Wisconsin | 1% |
| Minnesota | 1% |
| Oklahoma | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 96 % |
Vassar offers campus housing for 2,390 of its 2,424 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Poughkeepsie, New York for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other New York Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 6,075 | 1,829 | 30% | 670 | 37% |
| Men | 1,776 | 707 | 40% | 256 | 36% |
| Women | 4,299 | 1,122 | 26% | 414 | 37% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 660 | 740 |
| SAT Math | 640 | 710 |
| SAT Writing | 650 | 740 |
| ACT Verbal | 29 | 31 |
| ACT Math | 29 | 31 |
| ACT Composite | 29 | 31 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| 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 | 91% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 27% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 38,115 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 38,115 |
| Room and board | $ 8,570 |
| Room charge | $ 4,570 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 4,000 |
| Books and supplies | $ 860 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,020 |
Financial Aid:
Vassar participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 289500)
Vassar has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 97 | 75 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 31 | 27 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 36 | 27 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 48 | $125,721 | 38 | $112,974 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 52 | $87,260 | 39 | $84,287 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 45 | $65,951 | 38 | $65,717 |
| Instructor | academic year | 4 | $59,500 | 9 | $57,028 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 15 | $56,302 | 5 | $66,167 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 164 | $89,161 | 129 | $84,663 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Upstate Collegiate Athletic Association |
| Baseball | Upstate Collegiate Athletic Association |
| Track | Upstate Collegiate Athletic Association |
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Studies
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
LIBERAL ARTS
African Studies
American/United States Studies/Civilization
Ancient Studies/Civilization
Ancient/Classical Greek Language and Literature
Anthropology
Asian Studies/Civilization
Chinese Language and Literature
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
French Language and Literature
Geography
German Language and Literature
History, General
International Relations and Affairs
Italian Language and Literature
Japanese Language and Literature
Latin American Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other
Medieval and Renaissance Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Political Science and Government, General
Russian Language and Literature
Social Sciences, Other
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
Urban Studies/Affairs
Women's Studies
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Mass Communication/Media Studies
PHOTOGRAPHY AND COMMERCIAL ART
Film/Cinema Studies
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Jewish/Judaic Studies
Philosophy
Religion/Religious Studies
SCIENCE
Astronomy
Biochemistry
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Geology/Earth Science, General
Physics, General
Science, Technology and Society
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Vassar Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% |  |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | |
| Student SAT scores (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| % of degrees in art studies (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| % of degrees in drama and performing arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| % of degrees in mathematics (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| % of degrees in music (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 18% | |
| % of degrees in photography and commercial art (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 18% | |
| % of degrees in science (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 19% | |
| % of degrees in conservation and resource management (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Career services Student employment services On-campus day care Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching NCAA athletic conference member
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