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OCCIDENTAL COLLEGE (OXY)

  • 1600 Campus Rd
  • Los Angeles, CA 90041
  • OPEID College Code: 00124900
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  • General Phone: (323) 259-2500
  • President: Jonathan Veitch
  • Type: Private Not-For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
  • Calendar System: Semester
  • Highest Degree: Master's
  • Local Area: Large City
  • Student Enrollment: 1,989
  • College Alias: OXY
  • College Mascot: Tigers
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Occidental College - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Athletics
Graduation Rates
Campus Security
    Student Services
  • Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
  • Employment Services Offered
  • Placement Services For Graduates Offered
  • On-Campus Day Care Available
    Special Learning Opportunities
  • Study Abroad Opportunities
  • Teaching K-12 Certification Offered
    • Can Complete Preparation With Specialization State Approved for Certification
    Mission Statement
  • The mission of Occidental College is to provide a gifted and diverse group of students with a total educational experience of the highest quality -- one that prepares them for leadership in an increasingly complex, inter-dependent and pluralistic world. The distinctive interdisciplinary and multicultural focus of the College's academic program seeks to foster both the fulfillment of individual aspirations and a deeply rooted commitment to the public good.

    This mission is anchored by four cornerstones: excellence, equity, community and service. These building blocks, in one form or another, have long been the basis for the College's commitment to providing responsible leaders and citizens for our democratic society. Choosing them to support the future helps to ensure that the College remains true to its mission while adapting to a changing world.
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Accreditation
  • Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Accrediting Commission for Senior Colleges and Universities
    Facilities and Programs Offered
  • Library Available
    College Carnegie Classifications
  • Basic Classification
    • Baccalaureate Colleges--Arts & Sciences
  • Undergraduate Classification
    • Arts & Sciences Focus, No Graduate Coexistence
  • Graduate Classification
    • Single Postbaccalaureate (Education)
  • Undergraduate Profile Classification
    • Full-Time Four-Year, More Selective, Lower Transfer-In
  • Enrollment Classification
    • Very High Undergraduate
  • Size Classification
    • Small Four-Year, Highly Residential
 
 
 
Occidental College Campus Map
 
    Admission Fees Fall 2009
  • Undergraduate Application Fee: $60.00
  • Graduate Application Fee: $60.00
 
    College Credits Accepted
  • AP Credit
    Applicant Considerations
  • High School or Secondary School GPA
    • Recommended
  • High School or Secondary School Rank
    • Recommended
  • High School or Secondary School Record
    • Required
  • College Preparatory Program Completion
    • Required
  • Recommendation Consideration
    • Required
  • Admission Test Scores (SAT ®, ACT ®, ...)
    • Required
  • TOEFL
    • Required
 
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2009
 MaleFemaleTotal
Number of Applicants2,5783,4356,013
Number Granted Admission (%)1,063 (41%)1,519 (44%)2,582 (43%)
Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%)245 (23%)331 (22%)576 (22%)
 
Enrolled Students Submitting Test Scores Fall 2009
 NumberPercent (%)
SAT ® Exam41472%
ACT ® Exam16128%
 
Enrolled Students Test Scores Fall 2009
 25th Percentile75th Percentile
SAT ® Critical Reading600700
SAT ® Math600680
SAT ® Writing610700
 
ACT ® Composite2832
ACT ® English2833
ACT ® Math2632
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
 
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
 LoanFederal GrantState/Local GrantInstitutional Grant
(%) of Students Receiving57%22%15%72%
Avg Amount Receiving$5,110$7,802$8,934$18,661
 
Federal Loan Default Rates
 200820072006
Default Rate (%)2.5%1.4%2.1%
Number in Default538
Number in Repayment194213376
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Undergraduate Student Expenses
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition or fees. Please contact this school directly to get a current and accurate tuition and fee schedule.
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2009-102008-092007-08
Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses
In-District Tuition and Fees$38,935$37,071$35,343
In-State Tuition and Fees$38,935$37,071$35,343
Out of State Tuition and Fees$38,935$37,071$35,343
Books and Supplies$1,054$988$935
 
Housing Expenses
On Campus
Room and Board$10,780$10,270$9,500
Other Expenses$2,204$2,080$1,743
 
Total Expenses
On Campus
In-District$52,973$50,409$47,521
In-State$52,973$50,409$47,521
Out of State$52,973$50,409$47,521
Off Campus
In-District$39,989$38,059$36,278
In-State$39,989$38,059$36,278
Out of State$39,989$38,059$36,278
Off Campus with Family
In-District$39,989$38,059$36,278
In-State$39,989$38,059$36,278
Out of State$39,989$38,059$36,278
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
Note:
The following list is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered, please contact this school directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
 BachelorMaster
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
Biochemistry Degree16-
Biology Degree342
 
Computer and Information Sciences
Computer Science Degree--
 
Education
Elementary Education Degree-3
Secondary Education Degree-1
 
English Language and Literature
English Language and Literature, Letters, Other Degree28-
 
Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies
Asian Civilization Studies Degree7-
Ethnic, Cultural Minority and Gender Studies, Other Degree19-
United States Studies Degree9-
Womens Studies Degree3-
 
Foreign Languages and Literature
Foreign Languages and Literatures Degree2-
French Language and Literature Degree1-
Spanish Language and Literature Degree7-
 
History
History Degree20-
 
Interdisciplinary Studies
Cognitive Science Degree4-
Interdisciplinary Studies, Other Degree1-
 
Mathematics and Statistics
Mathematics Degree11-
 
Natural Resources and Conservation
Environmental Studies Degree17-
 
Philosophy and Religious Studies
Philosophy Degree13-
Religious Studies Degree5-
 
Physical Sciences
Chemistry Degree5-
Geology and Earth Science Degree5-
Physics Degree8-
 
Psychology
Physiological Psychology, Psychobiology Degree5-
Psychology Degree25-
 
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Kinesiology and Exercise Science Degree13-
 
Social Sciences
Economics Degree49-
International Relations and Affairs Degree33-
Political Science Degree22-
Sociology Degree26-
 
Visual and Performing Arts
Drama Degree11-
Music Degree4-
Art Studies Degree35-
 
 
    Overall Student Enrollment
  • Total Student Enrollment: 1,989
    • Undergraduate: 1,972 Graduate: 17
    Student Gender
  • Total Student Gender
    • Male: 862 Female: 1,127
  • Undergraduate Gender
    • Male: 861 Female: 1,111
  • Graduate Gender
    • Male: 1 Female: 16
    Student Attendance
  • Total Student Attendance
    • Full-Time: 1,966 Part-Time: 23
  • Undergraduate Attendance
    • Full-Time: 1,957 Part-Time: 15
  • Graduate Attendance
    • Full-Time: 9 Part-Time: 8
Student Race Breakdown
 NumberPercent
Non-Resident Alien362%
American Indian231%
Black1116%
Asian31716%
Hispanic26413%
White1,18460%
Unknown543%
 
Student Age Breakdown
 NumberPercent
Age Under 18442%
Ages 18-1996248%
Ages 20-2185943%
Ages 22-241055%
Ages 25-29150.8%
Ages 30-3410.05%
Ages 35-3920.1%
Ages 40-4910.05%
Employee Type Breakdown
 TotalFull-TimePart-Time
Total Employees66758186
Faculty Status23116962
Tenured Faculty9595-
Instruction, Research and/or Public Service23116962
Primarily Instruction23116962
Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial53521
Other Professionals1401364
Technical and/or Paraprofessional24322419
Clerical And Secretarial79718
Skilled Crafts77-
Service and/or Maintenance13912811
 
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
 TotalMaleFemale
9/10 Month Contract
All Faculty$84,011 (169)$86,419 (88)$81,394 (81)
Professor$110,587 (74)$111,527 (43)$109,283 (31)
Associate Professor$79,743 (21)$80,424 (9)$79,232 (12)
Assistant Professor$62,733 (44)$61,830 (20)$63,486 (24)
 
Equated 9 Month Contract
All Faculty$84,011 (169)$86,419 (88)$81,394 (81)
Professor$110,587 (74)$111,527 (43)$109,283 (31)
Associate Professor$79,743 (21)$80,424 (9)$79,232 (12)
Assistant Professor$62,733 (44)$61,830 (20)$63,486 (24)
Overall Athletic Team Information
  • Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (Ncaa)
 TotalMen's TeamsWomen's Teams
 
Participants
All Athletes416231185
Unduplicated Athletes371211160
Baseball2222-
Basketball301515
All Track Combined1065056
Football7474-
Golf1091
Lacrosse22-22
Soccer492524
Softball18-18
Swimming and Diving241212
Tennis271314
Volleyball12-12
Water Polo221111
 
Coaches Salaries
Head Coaches-$34,163$32,316
Assistant Coaches-$7,707$3,421
 
Coaches
All Coaches703931
Baseball55-
Head Coaches11-
Assistant Coaches44-
Basketball853
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches642
All Track Combined1266
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches1055
Football1111-
Head Coaches11-
Assistant Coaches1010-
Golf422
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches211
Lacrosse2-2
Head Coaches1-1
Assistant Coaches1-1
Soccer734
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches523
Softball4-4
Head Coaches1-1
Assistant Coaches3-3
Swimming and Diving422
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches211
Tennis312
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches1-1
Volleyball2-2
Head Coaches1-1
Assistant Coaches1-1
Water Polo844
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches633
    Retention Rates
  • Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 91%
Graduation Rates
 (%) of Entering Class
Overall
All Students85%
 
By Gender
Male83%
Female86%
 
By Race
Non-Resident Alien77%
American Indian100%
Black73%
Asian93%
Hispanic79%
White86%
Unknown86%
 
By Years Prior to Graduation
4 Years or Less78%
5 Years84%
6 Years85%
Crime Statistics
 2007-082006-07
Arrests
On Campus
Drug Related6-
 
Criminal Offenses
Residence Hall
Forcible Rape-1
Aggravated Assault3-
Burglary427
On Campus
Forcible Rape-1
Aggravated Assault3-
Burglary832
Vehicle Theft1-
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