Walsh University is in North Canton, Ohio. North Canton is a large suburb. The school is classified as a Roman Catholic college. Walsh University is a private, not-for-profit institution. The school issues awards (degrees) up to the level of Master's degree.
Walsh University tries to provide students with lots of choices, and does not tend to focus on only a few programs of study. Fields of study in vogue at the school include media, business and management, education and teaching, and therapy and counseling.
Not all applicants to Walsh University are accepted. The top quarter of students at the school scored at least 560 on the verbal SAT test. Students' math SAT scores were most often in the range 400 to 560 in 2005.
The most successful professors at Walsh University are given tenure, encouraging them to stay with the school for a long time.
Approximately 2,147 students study at the school (in 2005).
Very few students at Walsh University attend part-time. The school makes housing available to a large share of its students. Students participate in American Mideast Conference and Mid-States Football Association athletics. Athletic scholarships or financial aid help the school attract student athletes.
More complete details are provided below.
Walsh University
2020 East Maple St
North Canton, OH 44720-3396
General Phone: (330) 499-7090
Admissions Phone: (330) 490-7172
Financial Aid Phone: (330) 490-7146
http://www.walsh.edu
Walsh University awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business And Management | 122 | business management, business administration, accounting, marketing, finance, business, MIS |
| Education And Teaching | 104 | early childhood education, education courses, middle school teaching, school counseling, physical education teaching, English teaching, special education, biology teaching, ... |
| Therapy And Counseling | 45 | psychology, physical therapy, mental health counseling, psychology courses, mental and social health services |
| Liberal Arts | 32 | sociology, history, English, political science, liberal arts and humanities, Spanish language |
| Science | 30 | biology, chemistry courses, chemistry |
| Media | 30 | communication studies, media studies |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 28 | registered nursing |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 3 | computer science |
| Religion And Philosophy | 3 | theological and ministerial studies, theology, philosophy |
| Mathematics | 2 | mathematics |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 1 | health and physical education |
Number of programs and degrees for Walsh University in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 320 | 34 |
| Master's degree | 79 | 6 |
| Associate's degree | 1 | 3 |
In 2005, Walsh University had a total enrollment of 2,147 students (1,753 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 37% |
| Women | 63% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 81% |
| Graduate | 19% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 76% |
| Black | 5% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 0% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Other Races | 15% |
| (Foreign Students) | 2% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Ohio | 96% |
| Pennsylvania | 1% |
| Foreign countries | 1% |
| Puerto Rico | 1% |
| New York | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 76 % |
Walsh University offers campus housing for 731 of its 1,753 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of North Canton, Ohio for details about the area surrounding the campus.)
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1,179 | 946 | 80% | 447 | 47% |
| Men | 474 | 359 | 76% | 165 | 46% |
| Women | 705 | 587 | 83% | 282 | 48% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 450 | 560 |
| SAT Math | 400 | 560 |
| ACT Verbal | 18 | 24 |
| ACT Math | 18 | 24 |
| ACT Composite | 19 | 24 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 25% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 95% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Admissions Phone Number: (330) 490-7172
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 16,540 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 16,540 |
| Room and board | $ 8,000 |
| Room charge | $ 4,525 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,300 |
| Books and supplies | $ 834 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,582 |
Financial Aid:
Walsh University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 313500)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (330) 490-7146
Walsh 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 | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 2 | * | 1 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 3 | $67,272 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 3 | $65,190 | 5 | $67,321 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 16 | $55,346 | 7 | $52,955 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 12 | $47,119 | 14 | $44,944 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 12 | $41,960 | 9 | $43,267 |
| Instructor | academic year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 41 | $48,594 | 31 | $45,999 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences (2005):
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Mid-States Football Association |
| Basketball | American Mideast Conference |
| Baseball | American Mideast Conference |
| Track | American Mideast Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2004):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 188 | 40 | 228 |
| Football | 88 | 0 | 88 |
| Track | 24 | 25 | 49 |
| Basketball | 21 | 15 | 36 |
| Baseball | 27 | 0 | 27 |
| All Other Sports | 28 | 0 | 28 |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other
Business/Commerce, General
Finance, General
Management Information Systems, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Science
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Biology Teacher Education
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Education, Other
English/Language Arts Teacher Education
Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
Mathematics Teacher Education
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education
Social Studies Teacher Education
Special Education and Teaching, Other
LIBERAL ARTS
English Language and Literature, General
History, General
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Communication and Media Studies, Other
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Health and Physical Education, General
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
Theological and Ministerial Studies, Other
Theology/Theological Studies
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Chemistry, Other
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Mental Health Counseling/Counselor
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions, Other
Physical Therapy/Therapist
Psychology, General
Psychology, Other
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Walsh University Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % students on athletic fin. aid (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 15% | ![]() |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in media (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | ![]() |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in education and teaching (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in science (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 19% | ![]() |
Notable:
Roman Catholic affiliation
Accepts some high school credits
Offers credit for life experience
Grants credits for AP courses
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
Offers athletic scholarships
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