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Wisconsin Lutheran College is in Milwaukee, WI. Milwaukee is a large suburb. The school is classified as a Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod college. Wisconsin Lutheran College is a private, not-for-profit institution. The school issues awards (degrees) up to the level of Bachelor's degree.
Wisconsin Lutheran College offers many areas of study. Fields of study in vogue at the school include music, media, art studies, and therapy and counseling.
Not all applicants to Wisconsin Lutheran College are accepted.
The schools' faculty/student ratio of superior to most.
Approximately 706 students study at Wisconsin Lutheran College (in 2007-2008).
The school offers a real campus feel. Wisconsin Lutheran College makes housing available to a large share of its students.
More complete details are provided below.
Wisconsin Lutheran College
8800 W Bluemound Rd
Milwaukee, WI 53226-4699
General Phone: (414) 443-8800
http://wlc.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Media | 32 | communication studies, communication and journalism |
| Therapy and Counseling | 17 | psychology |
| Liberal Arts | 16 | political science, history, English, interdisciplinary studies, Spanish language, German language, social services |
| Education and Teaching | 16 | secondary teaching, elementary school teaching, early childhood education, education courses |
| Business and Management | 16 | managerial economics, business management |
| Science | 15 | biology, chemistry, biochemistry |
| Art Studies | 8 | art studies |
| Music | 6 | music |
| Religion and Philosophy | 2 | philosophy, religion |
| Mathematics | 1 | mathematics |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 1 | drama |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 0 | registered nursing |
Number of programs and degrees for Wisconsin Lutheran College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 130 | 26 |
In 2007-2008, Wisconsin Lutheran College had a total enrollment of 706 students (723 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 43% |
| Women | 57% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 88% |
| Black | 3% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 3% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 43% |
| 20-21 | 38% |
| 22-24 | 12% |
| 25-29 | 2% |
| 30-34 | 1% |
| 35-39 | 1% |
| 50-64 | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 76% |
| Illinois | 6% |
| Minnesota | 4% |
| (International Students) | 3% |
| Florida | 3% |
| Washington | 2% |
| Michigan | 1% |
| Oklahoma | 1% |
| Indiana | 1% |
| Montana | 1% |
| Nebraska | 1% |
| New Mexico | 1% |
| Texas | 1% |
| Missouri | 1% |
| Oregon | 1% |
| Arizona | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 72 % |
Wisconsin Lutheran College offers campus housing for 599 of its 723 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Milwaukee, Wisconsin for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Wisconsin Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 646 | 493 | 76% | 225 | 46% |
| Men | 328 | 231 | 70% | 97 | 42% |
| Women | 318 | 262 | 82% | 128 | 49% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| ACT Verbal | 20 | 27 |
| ACT Math | 19 | 26 |
| ACT Composite | 21 | 26 |
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) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 6% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 98% |
| 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 | $ 20,560 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 20,560 |
| Room and board | $ 7,120 |
| Room charge | $ 3,940 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,360 |
| Books and supplies | $ 700 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,740 |
Financial Aid:
Wisconsin Lutheran College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2136600)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 41 | 20 |
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 | 10 | $72,618 | 3 | $63,407 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 15 | $58,291 | 4 | $52,526 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 13 | $48,071 | 13 | $44,774 |
| Instructor | academic year | 2 | * | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 40 | $57,949 | 20 | $49,119 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | |
| Basketball | |
| Baseball | |
| Track |
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Managerial Economics
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Education, Other
Elementary Education and Teaching
Secondary Education and Teaching
LIBERAL ARTS
English Language and Literature, General
German Language and Literature
History, General
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Political Science and Government, General
Social Sciences, General
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs, Other
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
Religion/Religious Studies
SCIENCE
Biochemistry
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Wisconsin Lutheran College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in media (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% |  |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | |
| % of degrees in art studies (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| % of degrees in music (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| Student SAT scores (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 15% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
Notable:
Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod affiliation Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Student employment services Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Has ROTC (army, navy, air force) NCAA athletic conference member
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