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William Jessup University, WJU, is located in Rocklin, California. It was founded in San Jose in 1939, and was originally named San Jose Bible College. The first classes were held on September 20, 1939. On July 1, 1989, the name was changed to San Jose Christian College, and it adopted its present name in 2003. In 2004, WJU moved to its current location, where it is situated on around 125 acres.
William Jessup University offers associate's and bachelor's degrees in bible and theology, psychology, Christian education, business administration, and intercultural studies. The School of Professional Studies at WJU offers a Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Credential Program.
The sports teams of William Jessup University compete in the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics. Known as the Warriors, they participate in basketball, soccer, cross country, golf, volleyball, and softball athletics events.
Rocklin, CA is home to William Jessup University. Rocklin is a rural site not far from an urban area. Students select the school partly because it is a Other Protestant school. William Jessup University is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degrees at the school go up to the Post-Baccalaureate certificate.
Students commonly pursue studies in music.
Prospective students are advised that admissions are not open to all; the school selects from among qualified applicants. Three quarters of students in 2007-2008 had SAT verbal scores of at least 460. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 480 and 590.
The school has a tenure system for senior faculty.
William Jessup University has 515 enrolled students (as of 2007-2008). A large number of students at the school are 40 years old or older.
William Jessup University offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. The school offers students meal plans. William Jessup University values student athletics, and belongs to the California Pacific Conference. The school offers athletic financial aid to more of its students than do most colleges.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"In partnership with the Church, the purpose of William Jessup University is to prepare Christians for leadership and service in church and society, through Christian higher education, spiritual formation, and directed experiences."
More complete details are provided below.
William Jessup University
333 Sunset Blvd.
Rocklin, CA 95765-3707
General Phone: (916) 577-2200
http://WWW.JESSUP.EDU
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Religion and Philosophy | 152 | bible studies, religious education, youth ministry, theology, pastoral counseling and ministries, missionary studies, theology and religious vocations |
| Education and Teaching | 8 | teacher ed, elementary school teaching |
| Therapy and Counseling | 7 | psychology, counseling psychology |
| Business and Management | 7 | business management |
| Liberal Arts | 4 | political science |
| Music | 1 | music |
Number of programs and degrees for William Jessup University in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 169 | 12 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 7 | 1 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 2 | 9 |
| Associate's degree | 1 | 2 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 0 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, William Jessup University had a total enrollment of 515 students (564 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 46% |
| Women | 54% |
| Full-Time | 99% |
| Part-Time | 1% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 99% |
| Graduate | 1% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 72% |
| Black | 6% |
| Hispanic | 8% |
| Asian | 5% |
| American Indian | 2% |
| Unknown | 7% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 16% |
| 20-21 | 21% |
| 22-24 | 21% |
| 25-29 | 10% |
| 30-34 | 6% |
| 35-39 | 4% |
| 40-49 | 10% |
| 50-64 | 7% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| California | 95% |
| (International Students) | 2% |
| Utah | 2% |
| Arizona | 2% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 71 % |
William Jessup University offers campus housing for 183 of its 564 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Rocklin, California for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other California 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 | 280 | 190 | 68% | 110 | 58% |
| Men | 119 | 86 | 72% | 51 | 59% |
| Women | 161 | 104 | 65% | 59 | 57% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 460 | 610 |
| SAT Math | 480 | 590 |
| SAT Writing | 470 | 610 |
| ACT Verbal | 18 | 26 |
| ACT Math | 17 | 25 |
| ACT Composite | 19 | 27 |
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 | 90% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 28% |
| 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 | $ 20,480 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 20,480 |
| Room and board | $ 7,470 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,566 |
| Other expenses | $ 5,940 |
Financial Aid:
William Jessup University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 128100)
William Jessup University has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 3 | 2 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 8 | 7 |
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 | $60,824 | 4 | $61,136 |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 4 | $58,801 | 0 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 4 | $55,444 | 5 | $54,103 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 11 | $58,132 | 9 | $57,229 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | California Pacific Conference |
| Track | California Pacific Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 35 | 35 | 70 |
| Basketball | 14 | 10 | 24 |
| Track | 5 | 4 | 9 |
| All Other Sports | 16 | 21 | 37 |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration and Management, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Elementary Education and Teaching
Teacher Education, Multiple Levels
LIBERAL ARTS
Political Science and Government, General
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Bible/Biblical Studies
Missions/Missionary Studies and Missiology
Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries, Other
Religious Education
Theology and Religious Vocations, Other
Theology/Theological Studies
Youth Ministry
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Counseling Psychology
Psychology, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets William Jessup University Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% |  |
| % of degrees in music (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| % students on athletic fin. aid (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 18% | |
| % of degrees in religion and philosophy (colleges not offering open-admission) | Top 19% | |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Other Protestant affiliation Offers credit for life experience 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 Tenure system for quality teaching Offers athletic scholarships
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