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Webber International University, also referred to as Webber, was founded by Grace Knight and Roger W. Babson on April 6, 1927. Originally a women's college, it became a coeducational institution in 1971. The campus is situated on 110 acres in Babson Park, Florida.
Webber International University awards associate's, bachelor's, and master's degrees in management, accounting, hospitality and tourism, sports management, pre-law, corporate communications, and computer information systems management. The university also provides adult education courses.
The athletics teams of Webber International University, nicknamed the Warriors, participate in baseball, basketball, cross country, bowling, golf, track and field, football, soccer, tennis, and softball. Webber's athletics department is a member of the Florida Sun Conference, and the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics.
Webber International University can be found in Babson Park, FL (a rural site not far from an urban area). The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. The Master's degree is the highest degree at Webber International University.
The most common majors at the school are in hospitality, business and management, and nutrition and exercise therapy.
Webber International University does not have an open admissions system. Not everyone who applies is accepted. Only 25% of students scored 410 or lower in 2007-2008 on the verbal SAT test. Math SAT scores at the school centered around 418 to 520, but ranged both higher and lower.
In 2007-2008, 601 students were enrolled in Webber International University.
The school has a residential or campus feel. Student dorms or apartments are common at Webber International University. The school offers students meal plans. Webber International University student athletes compete in Florida Sun Conference and Independent Southeast Region competitions. The school offers athletic financial aid to more of its students than do most colleges.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Webber International University educates students in preparation for careers in the worldwide business environment. Emphasis is placed on development of skills in administration and strategic planning, oral and written communication, applied modern business practices, personal growth, entrepreneurship and professional development. The University offers educational programs at the associate, bachelor and master levels exclusively in areas of business."
More complete details are provided below.
Webber International University
1201 N Scenic Hwy
Babson Park, FL 33827-0096
General Phone: (863) 638-1431
http://www.webber.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business and Management | 105 | business management, business, marketing, accounting, finance, international business |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 23 | parks and recreation management |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 6 | computer and info science |
| Hospitality | 5 | hospitality management |
| Law | 2 | pre-law |
Number of programs and degrees for Webber International University in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 112 | 10 |
| Master's degree | 19 | 3 |
| Associate's degree | 10 | 7 |
In 2007-2008, Webber International University had a total enrollment of 601 students (551 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 67% |
| Women | 33% |
| Full-Time | 96% |
| Part-Time | 4% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 89% |
| Graduate | 11% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 53% |
| Black | 22% |
| Hispanic | 8% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| (Foreign Students) | 16% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 33% |
| 20-21 | 29% |
| 22-24 | 19% |
| 25-29 | 6% |
| 30-34 | 4% |
| 35-39 | 4% |
| 40-49 | 4% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Florida | 88% |
| (International Students) | 10% |
| Washington | 1% |
| Tennessee | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 59 % |
| Part-Time | 50 % |
Webber International University offers campus housing for 331 of its 551 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
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The school offers students a meal plan with 19 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 646 | 399 | 62% | 245 | 61% |
| Men | 473 | 277 | 59% | 165 | 60% |
| Women | 173 | 122 | 71% | 80 | 66% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 410 | 500 |
| SAT Math | 418 | 520 |
| ACT Verbal | 15 | 20 |
| ACT Math | 16 | 21 |
| ACT Composite | 17 | 20 |
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) | recommended |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 65% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 58% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | recommended |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 17,000 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 17,000 |
| Room and board | $ 6,354 |
| Room charge | $ 4,000 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 2,354 |
| Books and supplies | $ 800 |
| Other expenses | $ 4,240 |
Financial Aid:
Webber International University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 154000)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 3 | $64,194 | 1 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 6 | $55,302 | 1 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 2 | * | 6 | $49,863 |
| Instructor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 11 | $55,996 | 9 | $48,948 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Independent Southeast Region |
| Basketball | Florida Sun Conference |
| Baseball | Florida Sun Conference |
| Track | Florida Sun Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 261 | 113 | 374 |
| Football | 127 | 0 | 127 |
| Basketball | 38 | 18 | 56 |
| Track | 31 | 14 | 45 |
| Baseball | 20 | 0 | 20 |
| All Other Sports | 45 | 81 | 126 |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Commerce, General
Finance, General
International Business/Trade/Commerce
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
HOSPITALITY
Hospitality Administration/Management, General
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Parks, Recreation and Leisure Facilities Management
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Webber International University Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % students on athletic fin. aid (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | |
| % of degrees in nutrition and exercise therapy (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| % of degrees in hospitality (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 15% | |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Offers athletic scholarships
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