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Wilberforce University was established in 1856 and is the oldest African-American university in the nation. This coeducational liberal arts institute is located in Wilberforce, Ohio. Wilberforce University offers a variety of undergraduate and graduate degree programs in the fields of humanities, social sciences, business, economics, engineering and computing sciences, and natural sciences. The academic divisions of the university include:
The sports teams of Wilberforce University are nicknamed the Bulldogs. They participate in various sports including basketball, cross country, softball, tennis, flag football, and volleyball. The athletics department of the university is a member of the American Mideast Conference and the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics.
Wilberforce University is in a rural site not far from an urban area, in Wilberforce, OH. The school has a African Methodist Episcopal religious affiliation. Wilberforce University is classified as a private, not-for-profit college. Students at the school earn degrees up to the Master's degree.
The most common major fields study at Wilberforce University include business and management, computer science and engineering, and medical administration.
The school does not admit all applicants.
Some professors at Wilberforce University are awarded tenure, allowing the school to retain good faculty members.
The school, in 2007-2008, had 834 students (837 full-time equivalent). A larger than average share of the students at Wilberforce University are minorities.
The school is not thought of as a commuter school, and many students live on campus or nearby. Dorm living is common. The school makes available student meal plans. Athletic teams at Wilberforce University belong to the American Mideast Conference for major sports.
More complete details are provided below.
Wilberforce University
1055 N Bickett Rd
Wilberforce, OH 45384-1001
General Phone: (937) 376-2911
http://www.wilberforce.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business and Management | 96 | marketing, finance, accounting, business management |
| Medical Administration | 20 | health care administration, health and medical administrative |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 16 | computer and info science, computer science, computer engineering |
| Media | 13 | mass communication |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 10 | rehabilitation |
| Liberal Arts | 7 | political science, sociology, English language and literature, liberal arts and sciences |
| Therapy and Counseling | 4 | psychology |
| Science | 3 | biology, chemistry courses |
| Family and Social Work | 3 | social work |
| Music | 2 | music theory and composition, piano, voice |
| Engineering | 1 | electrical engineering |
| Art Studies | 0 | art studies |
Number of programs and degrees for Wilberforce University in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 172 | 24 |
| Master's degree | 3 | 1 |
Wilberforce University is a historically black college.
In 2007-2008, Wilberforce University had a total enrollment of 834 students (837 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 42% |
| Women | 58% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 99% |
| Graduate | 1% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 3% |
| Black | 92% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 0% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 2% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 2% |
| 18-19 | 42% |
| 20-21 | 22% |
| 22-24 | 14% |
| 25-29 | 6% |
| 30-34 | 4% |
| 35-39 | 3% |
| 40-49 | 4% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Ohio | 25% |
| Michigan | 17% |
| California | 10% |
| Illinois | 9% |
| New Jersey | 6% |
| Maryland | 5% |
| Nevada | 4% |
| Indiana | 4% |
| Pennsylvania | 4% |
| Missouri | 4% |
| New York | 4% |
| Massachusetts | 2% |
| Washington | 1% |
| (International Students) | 1% |
| Alaska | 1% |
| Texas | 1% |
| Georgia | 1% |
| Oregon | 1% |
| Tennessee | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 62 % |
| Part-Time | 100 % |
Wilberforce University offers campus housing for 1,000 of its 837 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of , for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other 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 | 2,717 | 1,367 | 50% | 182 | 13% |
| Men | 1,087 | 547 | 50% | 76 | 14% |
| Women | 1,630 | 820 | 50% | 106 | 13% |
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) | recommended |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 11,560 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 11,560 |
| Room and board | $ 5,320 |
| Room charge | $ 2,820 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 2,500 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
| Other expenses | $ 3,600 |
Financial Aid:
Wilberforce University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 314100)
Wilberforce University has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 13 | 7 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 5 | 0 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 5 | 5 |
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 | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 12 | $49,324 | 5 | $36,945 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 5 | $41,669 | 3 | $34,863 |
| Instructor | academic year | 2 | * | 1 | * |
| No academic rank | academic year | 3 | $43,720 | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 23 | $46,083 | 12 | $38,668 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | American Mideast Conference |
| Track | American Mideast Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 14 | 8 | 22 |
| Basketball | 13 | 8 | 21 |
| Track | 1 | 0 | 1 |
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Finance, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Engineering, General
Computer Science
Computer and Information Sciences, General
ENGINEERING
Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Social Work
LIBERAL ARTS
English Language and Literature/Letters, Other
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
MEDIA
Mass Communication/Media Studies
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Health and Medical Administrative Services, Other
Health/Health Care Administration/Management
MUSIC
Music Theory and Composition
Piano and Organ
Voice and Opera
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions, Other
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Wilberforce University Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% |  |
| % of degrees in medical administration (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 6% | |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 11% | |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 18% | |
Notable:
African Methodist Episcopal affiliation Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers weekend classes 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) Offers athletic scholarships
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