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Westminster College was founded as Fulton College by a group of Presbyterians in 1849. It received its current name in 1851, and today occupies an 86-acre campus in Fulton, Missouri. More than 1,000 students from over 20 states and 40 countries worldwide enroll in Westminster College every year.
Westminster College offers more than 30 majors, 30 minors, and 10 professional programs. Courses are offered in the fields of humanities, fine arts, speech communication, natural and mathematical sciences, and social sciences. Self-designed course programs are also available. In addition, the college offers a large number of study-abroad programs.
Westminster College’s athletics teams are nicknamed the Blue Jays. They participate in sports like baseball, basketball, cross country, football, golf, soccer, tennis, track and field, and volleyball. The college is a member of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics, the Missouri College Athletic Union, the National Collegiate Athletic Association Division III, and the St. Louis Intercollegiate Athletic Conference.
Westminster College is in a town not particularly near any major cities, in Fulton, MO. The school has a Presbyterian Church (USA) religious affiliation. Westminster College is classified as a private, not-for-profit college. Students at the school earn degrees up to the Bachelor's degree.
There are more programs of study at Westminster College than you'll find at most colleges of similar size. The most common major fields study at the school include science, mathematics, and business and management.
Westminster College does not admit all applicants. The middle range of verbal SAT scores in 2007-2008 was 480 to 610 for students at the school. While math SAT scores among applicants varied, those accepted commonly had scores between 500 and 620.
Some professors at Westminster College are awarded tenure, allowing the school to retain good faculty members.
The school, in 2007-2008, had 972 students (964 full-time equivalent).
Dorm living is common. The school makes available student meal plans. Athletic teams at Westminster College belong to the St. Louis Intercollegiate Athletic Conference for major sports.
More complete details are provided below.
Westminster College Fulton
501 Westminster Ave
Fulton, MO 65251-1299
General Phone: (573) 642-3361
http://WWW.WESTMINSTER-MO.EDU
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business and Management | 63 | business management, business communications, business and related services, accounting, international business, MIS, human resources, marketing |
| Liberal Arts | 41 | English, political science, history, international studies, sociology, economics, French language, Spanish language, ... |
| Science | 16 | biology, biochemistry, chemistry, physics |
| Education and Teaching | 15 | secondary teaching, elementary school teaching, middle school teaching, education courses, physical education teaching |
| Therapy and Counseling | 13 | psychology |
| Religion and Philosophy | 6 | philosophy, religion |
| Conservation and Resource Management | 4 | environmental science, environmental studies |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 4 | computer and info science |
| Mathematics | 3 | mathematics |
| Medical Support and Technology | 2 | health service and sciences, pre-pharmacy |
| Medicine | 1 | public health courses |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 0 | health and physical education, sports and fitness management |
| Media | 0 | public relations and advertising, communication studies, communication and journalism |
| Music | 0 | music, music management |
Number of programs and degrees for Westminster College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 168 | 44 |
In 2007-2008, Westminster College had a total enrollment of 972 students (964 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 57% |
| Women | 43% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 76% |
| Black | 4% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 2% |
| (Foreign Students) | 14% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 40% |
| 20-21 | 43% |
| 22-24 | 15% |
| 25-29 | 1% |
| 30-34 | 0% |
| 40-49 | 0% |
| 50-64 | 0% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Missouri | 69% |
| (International Students) | 13% |
| Arkansas | 5% |
| Oklahoma | 4% |
| Illinois | 4% |
| Arizona | 1% |
| California | 1% |
| Colorado | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 83 % |
Westminster College offers campus housing for 504 of its 964 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Fulton, Missouri for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Missouri 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 | 931 | 714 | 77% | 224 | 31% |
| Men | 472 | 358 | 76% | 128 | 36% |
| Women | 459 | 356 | 78% | 96 | 27% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 480 | 610 |
| SAT Math | 500 | 620 |
| SAT Writing | 470 | 610 |
| ACT Verbal | 22 | 30 |
| ACT Math | 21 | 27 |
| ACT Composite | 23 | 28 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| 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 | 22% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 85% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 17,250 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 17,250 |
| Room and board | $ 6,720 |
| Room charge | $ 3,500 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,220 |
| Books and supplies | $ 800 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,300 |
Financial Aid:
Westminster College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 252300)
Westminster College has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 26 | 8 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 5 | 10 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 7 | 2 |
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 | academic year | 16 | $64,003 | 3 | $53,996 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 9 | $59,138 | 5 | $52,269 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 8 | $46,801 | 12 | $44,543 |
| Instructor | academic year | 5 | $40,287 | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 38 | $56,109 | 20 | $47,892 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | St. Louis Intercollegiate Athletic Conference |
| Basketball | St. Louis Intercollegiate Athletic Conference |
| Baseball | St. Louis Intercollegiate Athletic Conference |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Business, Management, Marketing & Related Support Services, Other
Business/Corporate Communications
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
International Business/Trade/Commerce
Management Information Systems, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Science
Environmental Studies
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Education, Other
Elementary Education and Teaching
Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Secondary Education and Teaching
LIBERAL ARTS
Classics/Classical Languages, Lit & Linguistics, Other
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
French Language and Literature
History, General
International/Global Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs, Other
Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication, Other
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
Pre-Pharmacy Studies
MUSIC
Music Management and Merchandising
Music, General
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Health and Physical Education, General
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
Religion/Religious Studies
SCIENCE
Biochemistry
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Physics, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Westminster College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in mathematics (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% |  |
| % of degrees in science (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Presbyterian Church (USA) affiliation Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army, air force) NCAA athletic conference member
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