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Wofford College is a private, small liberal arts college located in Spartanburg, South Carolina, United States. Established in 1854, the campus is home to more than 45 buildings spread across an area of 170 acres. Wofford is ranked among the America's Best Colleges by U.S. News & World Report (2008 issue). The college offers a wide variety of degrees and programs in diverse areas of study.
Wofford College’s athletics department sponsors several men’s and women’s sports teams. The teams are nicknamed as the Terriers. They compete in the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division I. The teams participate in sports including soccer, basketball, football, golf, and tennis. Wofford College also offers several types of financial aid to the needy students. Some of the notable alumni of the college include Tom Bolt, President of the American Counsel Association; Albert C. Outler, Theologian and Philosopher; and Jerry Richardson, Owner of the Carolina Panthers.
Wofford College can be found in Spartanburg, SC (a small city). One of the defining characteristics of the school is its status as a United Methodist school. Wofford College is a private, not-for-profit institution. The Bachelor's degree is the highest degree at the school.
Wofford College offers a wide range of choices in programs of study. The most common majors at the school are in science.
Wofford College does not have an open admissions system. Not everyone who applies is accepted. Only 25% of students scored 540 or lower in 2007 on the verbal SAT test. Math SAT scores at the school centered around 550 to 650, but ranged both higher and lower.
Classes at Wofford College are less crowded than at many schools. A tenure system is one way the school works to keep a high-quality staff. Instructors at Wofford College are well-paid.
In 2007, 1,363 students were enrolled in the school.
Wofford College has a residential or campus feel. Student dorms or apartments are common at the school. Wofford College student athletes compete in Southern Conference competitions.
More complete details are provided below.
Wofford College
429 N Church St
Spartanburg, SC 29303-3663
General Phone: (864) 597-4000
http://www.wofford.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 96 | political science, English, Spanish language, history, area studies, economics, sociology, French language, ... |
| Science | 72 | biology, chemistry, physics, chemistry courses |
| Business And Management | 68 | managerial economics, finance, accounting, international business |
| Therapy And Counseling | 16 | psychology |
| Fine Arts | 9 | art history and criticism |
| Religion And Philosophy | 9 | philosophy, religion |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 4 | computer science |
| Mathematics | 4 | mathematics, mathematics and computer science |
| Education And Teaching | 0 | secondary teaching |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 0 | drama |
| Medicine | 0 | pre-dentistry |
Number of programs and degrees for Wofford College in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 278 | 31 |
In 2007, Wofford College had a total enrollment of 1,363 students (1,350 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 50% |
| Women | 50% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 88% |
| Black | 6% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 1% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 51% |
| 20-21 | 43% |
| 22-24 | 5% |
| 25-29 | 0% |
| 40-49 | 0% |
| 50-64 | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| South Carolina | 58% |
| North Carolina | 13% |
| Georgia | 9% |
| Virginia | 3% |
| Alabama | 2% |
| Tennessee | 2% |
| Florida | 2% |
| Pennsylvania | 1% |
| New York | 1% |
| Maryland | 1% |
| Ohio | 1% |
| (International Students) | 1% |
| Illinois | 1% |
| Kentucky | 1% |
| Massachusetts | 1% |
| Texas | 1% |
| New Jersey | 1% |
| West Virginia | 1% |
| Arkansas | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 92 % |
Wofford College offers campus housing for 1,221 of its 1,350 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Spartanburg, 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 | 2,028 | 1,219 | 60% | 385 | 32% |
| Men | 1,035 | 587 | 57% | 192 | 33% |
| Women | 993 | 632 | 64% | 193 | 31% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 540 | 650 |
| SAT Math | 550 | 650 |
| ACT Verbal | 22 | 29 |
| ACT Math | 23 | 28 |
| ACT Composite | 23 | 28 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | recommended |
| 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 | 93% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 58% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | recommended |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 27,830 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 27,830 |
| Room and board | $ 7,450 |
| Room charge | $ 4,010 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,440 |
| Books and supplies | $ 907 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,800 |
Financial Aid:
Wofford College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 345700)
Wofford College has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 46 | 21 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 4 | 4 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 16 | 15 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 36 | $76,626 | 9 | $75,172 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 20 | $62,574 | 15 | $56,507 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 8 | $60,266 | 14 | $54,343 |
| Instructor | academic year | 2 | * | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 66 | $69,465 | 40 | $59,359 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Southern Conference |
| Basketball | Southern Conference |
| Baseball | Southern Conference |
| Track | Southern Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 36 | 12 | 48 |
| Football | 20 | 0 | 20 |
| Baseball | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| Basketball | 3 | 4 | 7 |
| Track | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| All Other Sports | 5 | 8 | 13 |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business/Managerial Economics
Finance, General
International Business/Trade/Commerce
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Science
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Secondary Education and Teaching
FINE ARTS
Art History, Criticism and Conservation
LIBERAL ARTS
Area Studies, Other
Chinese Language and Literature
Creative Writing
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
French Language and Literature
German Language and Literature
History, General
Humanities/Humanistic Studies
Intercultural/Multicultural and Diversity Studies
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics and Computer Science
Mathematics, General
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
Religion/Religious Studies
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Chemistry, Other
Physics, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Wofford College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in science (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% |  |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (colleges not offering open-admission) | Top 13% | |
| Student SAT scores (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
United Methodist affiliation Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses 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 Has ROTC (army) Offers athletic scholarships NCAA athletic conference member
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