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Winthrop University is a public university located in Rock Hill, South Carolina, United States. It was established as the Winthrop Training School in 1886. It gained university status in 1992. The university was ranked the 8th best Public University in the Southeast by US News and World Report (2006 edition). It offers more than 35 undergraduate and over 20 graduate degrees through the following academic divisions:
The student body of Winthrop University is diverse and ethnic. It includes students from over 40 U.S. states and more than 40 countries. The university is a member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and participates on the Division 1 level. Winthrop's sports teams are known as the Eagles.
Winthrop University is found in Rock Hill, SC. Rock Hill is a small city. The school is a public institution. Students can earn degrees up to and including the Post-Master's certificate at Winthrop University.
The school is known for its programs in music, art studies, drama and performing arts, and education and teaching.
Admission to Winthrop University is not automatic; not everyone who applies gets in. Three quarters of students in 2007-2008 had SAT verbal scores of at least 470. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 480 and 570.
Winthrop University has a tenure system for senior faculty.
Students numbered 6,382 in 2007-2008 at the school.
Full-time students are the norm at Winthrop University. The school offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. Winthrop University values student athletics, and belongs to the Big South Conference.
More complete details are provided below.
Winthrop University
119 Tillman Hall
Rock Hill, SC 29733
General Phone: (803) 323-2211
http://www.winthrop.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Education and Teaching | 292 | elementary school teaching, early childhood education, educational administration, family/home economics teaching, physical education teaching, middle school teaching, school counseling, music teaching, ... |
| Business and Management | 246 | business management, electronic commerce |
| Liberal Arts | 154 | history, sociology, English, political science, foreign language and literature, economics, Spanish language, liberal arts and sciences, ... |
| Therapy and Counseling | 112 | psychology, school psychology, communication disorders |
| Art Studies | 91 | art studies, arts management |
| Media | 79 | mass communication, public relations |
| Science | 68 | biology, chemistry |
| Family and Social Work | 53 | social work, human nutrition |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 40 | drama, dance |
| Music | 18 | music, conducting |
| Mathematics | 11 | mathematics |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 9 | sports and fitness management, exercise science, athletic trainer |
| Religion and Philosophy | 9 | philosophy and religious studies |
| Conservation and Resource Management | 8 | environmental science, environmental studies |
| Medicine | 8 | gerontology |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 7 | computer and info science, computer support |
| Fine Arts | 6 | art history and criticism |
| Design | 1 | design and visual communication |
Number of programs and degrees for Winthrop University in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 930 | 37 |
| Master's degree | 262 | 26 |
| Post-master's certificate | 12 | 1 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 8 | 1 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 0 | 3 |
In 2007-2008, Winthrop University had a total enrollment of 6,382 students (5,535 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 27% |
| Women | 73% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 73% |
| Graduate | 27% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 69% |
| Black | 25% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 0% |
| (Foreign Students) | 3% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 3% |
| 18-19 | 31% |
| 20-21 | 26% |
| 22-24 | 18% |
| 25-29 | 8% |
| 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 |
|---|---|
| South Carolina | 87% |
| North Carolina | 2% |
| (International Students) | 2% |
| Georgia | 2% |
| Maryland | 1% |
| Ohio | 1% |
| Virginia | 1% |
| New York | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 72 % |
| Part-Time | 33 % |
Winthrop University offers campus housing for 2,432 of its 5,535 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Rock Hill, South Carolina for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other South Carolina Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 3,996 | 2,781 | 70% | 1,183 | 43% |
| Men | 1,294 | 872 | 67% | 319 | 37% |
| Women | 2,702 | 1,909 | 71% | 864 | 45% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 470 | 570 |
| SAT Math | 480 | 570 |
| SAT Writing | 460 | 560 |
| ACT Composite | 20 | 25 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 72% |
| 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 | $ 11,060 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 20,610 |
| Room and board | $ 6,320 |
| Room charge | $ 4,010 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 1,120 |
| Books and supplies | $ 976 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,832 |
Financial Aid:
Winthrop University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 345600)
Winthrop University has a tenure system for faculty.
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 | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Instructor | calendar year | 4 | $65,122 | 10 | $51,988 |
| Lecturer | calendar year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 8 | $66,780 | 12 | $59,652 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 43 | $76,799 | 19 | $74,301 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 53 | $66,386 | 45 | $64,432 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 35 | $52,605 | 47 | $55,078 |
| Instructor | academic year | 5 | $40,859 | 27 | $42,664 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 0 | * | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 136 | $65,193 | 140 | $58,093 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Big South Conference |
| Baseball | Big South Conference |
| Track | Big South Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 112 | 108 | 220 |
| Baseball | 40 | 0 | 40 |
| Track | 18 | 21 | 39 |
| Basketball | 14 | 14 | 28 |
| All Other Sports | 40 | 73 | 113 |
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
Arts Management
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration and Management, General
E-Commerce/Electronic Commerce
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other
Computer and Information Sciences, General
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Science
Environmental Studies
DESIGN
Design and Visual Communications, General
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Dance, General
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Art Teacher Education
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Curriculum and Instruction
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Elementary Education and Teaching
Family and Consumer Sciences/Home Economics Teacher Education
Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
Music Teacher Education
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Reading Teacher Education
Secondary Education and Teaching
Special Education and Teaching, General
Teacher Education, Multiple Levels
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Human Nutrition
Social Work
FINE ARTS
Art History, Criticism and Conservation
LIBERAL ARTS
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
Foreign Languages and Literatures, General
History, General
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
Technical and Business Writing
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Mass Communication/Media Studies
Public Relations/Image Management
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Athletic Training/Trainer
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy and Religious Studies, Other
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Communication Disorders, General
Psychology, General
School Psychology
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Winthrop University Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in art studies (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% |  |
| % of degrees in drama and performing arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in music (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in education and teaching (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in media (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career services Student employment services Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching Offers athletic scholarships NCAA athletic conference member
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