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Warner Southern College, which was established by the Southeastern Association of the Church of God in 1968, was then situated in Anderson, Indiana. In 2008, the institute was renamed Warner University. The main campus of this coeducational Christian liberal arts university is located on 380 acres in Lake Wales, Florida. In addition, Warner University operates the following extension sites in Florida:
Warner University offers the Associate of Arts, and the Bachelor of Arts degrees. Students can also opt for master's degree programs in business administration, education, and science. Several adult education programs are also available. The university has the following academic divisions:
The student body of Warner University includes representatives from over 20 states and more than 15 countries across the world. The athletics department fields teams in basketball, baseball, softball, cross country, golf, soccer, tennis, track and field, and volleyball. Nicknamed the Royals and the Lady Royals, the teams compete in the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics, and The Sun Conference.
The main campus of Warner University is in Lake Wales, FL (a rural site not far from an urban area). The school is a Church of God institution. Warner University is a private, not-for-profit school. The school offers degrees up to the Master's degree.
Warner University offers more choices of majors than most colleges its size. The school students most commonly major in a field related to business and management.
Warner University does not accept everyone who applies. In 2007-2008, SAT verbal scores of half of students were 349 to 555. Three-fourths of students accepted in 2007-2008 had SAT math scores of 342 or more.
In 2007-2008, Warner University had 1,181 enrolled students. Older students (40+ years old, e.g.) are welcome and common at the school.
Meal plans are available. Student athletes at the school belong to the Florida Sun Conference for major sports. Warner University takes athletics seriously enough to offer athletic financial aid to a significant portion of its students.
More complete details are provided below.
Warner University
13895 Hwy 27
Lake Wales, FL 33859-8797
General Phone: (863) 638-1426
http://www.warner.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business and Management | 229 | business administration, business management |
| Education and Teaching | 77 | elementary school teaching, curriculum and instruction, physical education teaching, music teaching, social science teaching, science teaching, special ed |
| Liberal Arts | 51 | liberal arts and humanities, English, history |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 13 | exercise science, sports and fitness management |
| Religion and Philosophy | 13 | theology, religious music, bible studies |
| Media | 8 | communication studies, journalism |
| Therapy and Counseling | 5 | psychology |
| Science | 4 | biology |
| Family and Social Work | 4 | social work |
Number of programs and degrees for Warner University in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 315 | 20 |
| Master's degree | 45 | 3 |
| Associate's degree | 44 | 2 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 0 | 1 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 0 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Warner University had a total enrollment of 1,181 students (1,159 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 | 87% |
| Graduate | 13% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 60% |
| Black | 24% |
| Hispanic | 11% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 2% |
| (Foreign Students) | 2% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 13% |
| 20-21 | 16% |
| 22-24 | 18% |
| 25-29 | 14% |
| 30-34 | 9% |
| 35-39 | 10% |
| 40-49 | 15% |
| 50-64 | 6% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Florida | 85% |
| (International Students) | 6% |
| Indiana | 2% |
| Pennsylvania | 1% |
| California | 1% |
| Kentucky | 1% |
| Michigan | 1% |
| Ohio | 1% |
| Oregon | 1% |
| New Jersey | 1% |
| West Virginia | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 69 % |
Warner University offers campus housing for 317 of its 1,159 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Lake Wales, Florida for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Florida Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 19 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 491 | 263 | 54% | 155 | 59% |
| Men | 238 | 117 | 49% | 70 | 60% |
| Women | 253 | 146 | 58% | 85 | 58% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 349 | 555 |
| SAT Math | 342 | 567 |
| ACT Composite | 14 | 24 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | recommended |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 75% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 58% |
| 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 | $ 14,790 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 14,790 |
| Room and board | $ 6,580 |
| Room charge | $ 3,220 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,360 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,792 |
Financial Aid:
Warner University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 884800)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
*: 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 | $53,034 | 0 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 4 | $44,892 | 3 | $48,320 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 5 | $45,534 | 4 | $44,400 |
| Instructor | academic year | 2 | * | 4 | $39,201 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 18 | $47,279 | 11 | $43,579 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Florida Sun Conference |
| Baseball | Florida Sun Conference |
| Track | Florida Sun Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 167 | 115 | 282 |
| Track | 40 | 27 | 67 |
| Baseball | 50 | 0 | 50 |
| Basketball | 23 | 18 | 41 |
| All Other Sports | 54 | 70 | 124 |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration and Management, General
Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Curriculum and Instruction
Elementary Education and Teaching
Music Teacher Education
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education
Social Science Teacher Education
Special Education and Teaching, General
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Social Work
LIBERAL ARTS
English Language and Literature, General
History, General
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Journalism
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Bible/Biblical Studies
Religious/Sacred Music
Theology/Theological Studies
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Warner University Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % students on athletic fin. aid (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% |  |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 8% | |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 17% | |
Notable:
Church of God affiliation Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Offers athletic scholarships
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