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Webb Institute is located in Glen Cove, New York (a large suburb). The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. The highest degree level offered by Webb Institute is the Bachelor's degree.
The school is known for its programs in engineering.
Webb Institute does not offer open admission. The school admitted just 30% of applicants in 2005. Three quarters of students in 2005 had SAT verbal scores of at least 660. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 720 and 750. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.
Webb Institute 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 Webb Institute is well-paid, which often goes with faculty quality.
The school had 80 enrolled students in 2005. A very high share of students at Webb Institute are male.
The school has a residential or campus feel. Webb Institute offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. The school offers students meal plans.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"To be the premier institution which prepares graduates for successful careers and leadership positions by providing the highest quality engineering education oriented to the maritime and associated industries."
More complete details are provided below.
Webb Institute
298 Crescent Beach Rd
Glen Cove, NY 11542-1398
General Phone: (516) 671-2213
http://www.webb-institute.edu
Webb Institute awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering | 12 | naval and marine engineering |
Number of programs and degrees for Webb Institute in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 12 | 1 |
In 2005, Webb Institute had a total enrollment of 80 students (80 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 75% |
| Women | 25% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 96% |
| Black | 1% |
| Asian | 3% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Maryland | 12% |
| New York | 12% |
| Washington | 8% |
| Texas | 8% |
| Pennsylvania | 8% |
| California | 8% |
| Ohio | 8% |
| North Carolina | 8% |
| Michigan | 4% |
| Illinois | 4% |
| Minnesota | 4% |
| Massachusetts | 4% |
| Maine | 4% |
| Connecticut | 4% |
| Florida | 4% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 88 % |
Webb Institute offers campus housing for 110 of its 80 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Glen Cove, New York for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other New York 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 | 110 | 33 | 30% | 20 | 61% |
| Men | 96 | 25 | 26% | 15 | 60% |
| Women | 14 | 8 | 57% | 5 | 62% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 660 | 700 |
| SAT Math | 720 | 750 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 100% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | not required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| Room and board | $ 7,900 |
| Room charge | $ 3,500 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 4,400 |
| Books and supplies | $ 750 |
| Other expenses | $ 5,630 |
Financial Aid:
Webb Institute participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 290000)
Webb Institute has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 8 | 0 |
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 | 6 | $98,047 | 0 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 2 | * | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 8 | $91,074 | 0 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Webb Institute Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| % of degrees in engineering (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | |
| % of students from other states (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | |
| Student SAT scores (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | |
Notable:
Career counseling Career placement services Student employment services Offers campus housing On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching
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