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Santa Ana College (SAC)

1530 W. 17th Street, Santa Ana, CA 92706

Overview

  • OPEID/FAFSA College Code: 00128400
  • President: Erlinda Martinez
  • Fax: (714) 564-6977
  • Type: Public, 2-Year
  • Calendar System: Semester
  • Highest Degree: Associate's
  • Local Area: Large City
  • Student Enrollment: 31,377
  • College Alias: SAC

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Santa Ana College (SAC) is one of the larger community colleges in California, offering Associate's Degrees, professional career training, and higher education for students planning to transfer to four-year universities. SAC boasts an award-winning faculty and provides a high-quality education at an affordable price.  Academic and vocational study areas at SAC include business, science, technology, athletics, arts and entertainment.  Smaller classes at SAC allow for individualized attention. 

Students enrolled in one of SAC's occupational/vocational programs have opportunities to participate in field experiences through the college's Service Learning Center.

 

SAC Mission

The mission of Santa Ana College is to be a leader and partner in meeting the intellectual, cultural, technological, workforce and economic development needs of our diverse community. Santa Ana College prepares students for transfer, employment, careers and lifelong intellectual pursuit in a dynamic learning environment.

 

History 

Santa Ana College was founded in 1921.

SAC had many Japanese American students through the early 1940s, and as part of the "California Nisei College Diploma Project, SAC is currently seeking information about its Japanese Americans students who were forced to interrupt their studies during World War II, when many of them were forced to enter internment camps. These students or their families will receive honorary diplomas at the SAC 2011 spring commencement.

 

Academics 

Santa Ana College follows the semester calendar, with a fall, spring and summer semester.  In addition to regularly scheduled on-campus classes each semester, there are "special interest schedules" that include 8-week classes, honors classes, online/TV classes, weekend classes, and Public Service Institute (PSI) Seminars.

 

Colleges and Schools 

Because Santa Ana is a two-year community college, rather than schools or colleges, it has departments.  The SAC academic and vocational education departments are:

 

  • Academic Computing Center
  • Accounting
  • Art
  • Auto Technology/Diesel
  • Anthropology/Sociology/Women's Studies
  • Biology
  • Business Administration 
  • Business Applications 
  • Chemistry
  • Child Development
  • Computer Science
  • Counseling
  • Criminal Justice
  • Criminal Justice Academies
  • Dance
  • Distance Education
  • Economics
  • Electronics Technology
  • Engineering
  • English/ESL
  • Ethnic Studies
  • Family & Consumer Studies
  • Fashion Design & Merchandising
  • Fire Technology
  • Earth Science/Geology
  • Geography
  • History
  • Human Development
  • International Business
  • Internet Courses
  • Journalism
  • Legal Assistant
  • Library Technology
  • Life Sciences (see Biology)
  • Management/Marketing
  • Machine Technology
  • Mathematics
  • Modern Languages
  • Music
  • Nursing
  • Nutrition
  • Occupational Therapy
  • Paralegal
  • Pharmacy Technician
  • Philosophy
  • Physics
  • Political Science
  • Psychology
  • Reading
  • Speech
  • Speech Language Pathology Assistant
  • Television Courses
  • TV/Video Communications
  • Theatre Arts
  • Women's Studies

 

Student Life

SAC offers many student services, as well as opportunities for leadership and extracurricular activities.  Student services include academic advising, counseling, a student development program, citizenship services, student organizations, a college bookstore, and more.

 

Athletics 

The Santa Ana College athletics program includes many intercollegiate sports.  The Santa Ana "Dons" compete in the following sports:

 

Men's Sports:

  • Baseball
  • Basketball
  • Cross Country
  • Football
  • Golf
  • Soccer
  • Swimming
  • Track and Field
  • Water Polo
  • Wrestling

 

Women's Sports:

  • Badminton
  • Basketball
  • Cross Country
  • Golf
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Swimming
  • Tennis
  • Track and Field
  • Volleyball
  • Water Polo

 

Community Life 

Santa Ana College is part of the Rancho Santiago Community College District, with a main office in Santa Ana, CA.  The college district dedicates efforts to researching the local community to gain a better understanding of its constituents.  These efforts help with educational planning and the services offered to students and the community.

*Not all of the programs above may be offered
 

Student Services Offered

  • Remedial Services
  • Academic or Career Counseling Services
  • Employment Services
  • On-Campus Day Care Available

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning
  • Weekend / Evening Classes Available
  • Teaching K-12 Certification Offered

    • - Must Complete Preparation at Another Institution

Website:

www.sac.edu

Mission Statement

The mission of Santa Ana College is to be a leader and partner in meeting the academic, cultural, work force and economic development needs of our diverse community. Santa Ana College prepares students for transfer, employment and careers. Our purpose is to provide a learning environment where students reach learning outcomes in communication skills; creative, critical and quantitative thinking and reasoning; information competency; cultural, social and environmental diversity; ethical responsibility; and life skills.
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Governing System

  • California Community College System

Accreditation

  • Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges

Facilities and Programs Offered

  • Library Available

College Carnegie Classifications

  • Basic Classification
    • - Associates--Public Suburban-Serving Multicampus
  • Undergraduate Classification
    • - Associates
  • Undergraduate Profile Classification
    • - Higher Part-Time Two-Year
  • Enrollment Classification
    • - Exclusively Undergraduate Two-Year
  • Size Classification
    • - Very Large Two-Year

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Degrees & Programs

Awarded Student Degrees and Programs

The following is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered. The table below details the number of degrees or certificates that were awarded in the 2010-11 school year to graduates broken down by degree or major type. Please contact Santa Ana College directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.

Biological and Biomedical Sciences

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Biology-10
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Business and Marketing Studies

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Administrative Assistant113
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Bookkeeping2616
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Business Administration22120
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International Business125
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Office Management12-
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Retail Management22
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Sales3-
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Sales, Distribution, and Marketing54
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Small Business Administration and Management123
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Communication Technology

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Animation, Video Graphics and Special Effects8-
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Prepress , Desktop Publishing and Digital Imaging Design21
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Recording Arts Technology11-
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Communications and Journalism

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Advertising2-
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Broadcast Journalism21
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Communications-1
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Journalism-1
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Radio and Television76
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Computer and Information Sciences

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Computer and Information Systems Security1-
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Computer Graphics32
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Computer Programming1-
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Computer Science-3
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Computer Support Specialist5-
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Computer Systems Networking6-
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Data Modeling, Warehousing and Database Administration1-
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Information Technology-6
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Web and Digital Design2-
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Education

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Teacher Assistant13
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Engineering

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Pre-Engineering72
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Engineering Technology

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Architectural Drafting cad-2
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Drafting and Design112
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Engineering Technology22
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Manufacturing Technology-1
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English Language and Literature

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English Language and Literature-1
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Family and Consumer Sciences

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Child Care Provider2819
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Nutrition and Wellness Studies-1
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Foreign Languages and Literature

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American Sign Language3-
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Foreign Languages and Literatures-3
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Health and Clinical Professions

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Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology-30
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Health Preparatory Programs, Other-3
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Nursing-110
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Occupational Therapist Assistant-53
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Pharmacy Technician418
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Medical Assistant5119
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History

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History-12
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Interdisciplinary Studies

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Biological and Physical Sciences-19
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Legal Professions and Studies

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Paralegal1629
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Liberal Arts and Sciences

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Liberal Arts750730
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Library Science

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Library Assistant42
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Mathematics and Statistics

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Mathematics-1
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Mechanic and Repair Technology

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Auto Mechanics Technology255
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Diesel Mechanics-1
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Heavy Equipment Maintenance Technology1-
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Philosophy and Religious Studies

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Philosophy-4
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Physical Sciences

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Chemistry-28
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Geology and Earth Science-1
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Physics-4
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Precision Production

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Machine Tool Technology306
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Welding Technology26
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Psychology

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Psychology-22
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Recreation and Fitness Studies

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Health and Physical Education31
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Security and Protective Services

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Corrections9-
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Fire Protection and Safety Technology6977
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Police Science-26
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Social Sciences

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Anthropology-1
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Economics-4
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Geography-1
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Political Science-3
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Social Sciences-1
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Sociology-12
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Visual and Performing Arts

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Dance-2
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Graphic Design-1
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Photography-1
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Art Studies-6
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Overall Rating: 3.0
  • Reviewed on: April 19, 2012 Flag Review
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  • What's cool here is that Santa Ana is in the same district with Santiago. If there is a class you need that you can't find at Santa Ana, you can take it at Santiago and vice versa. This comes in handy when you're trying to finish up your requirements and your schedule is tight.

Admissions

Disclaimer

The admissions information is provided for informational purposes only and does not represent current or future admissions policy.

Admissions Summary

Prospective students should view the admission and application details below to get a better idea of the candidates SAC accepts. Some of the details provided may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be accepted.

Also, make sure to visit the admissions office webpage (http://www.sac.edu), where you can learn more about any additional application requirements and deadlines.

The SAC admissions office phone number is (714) 564-6005. This is the last updated number we have on file, please contact us if incorrect.

You can also apply online here: http://www.sac.edu

Admissions Links

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credit
  • AP Credit

Considerations for Admission

  • Open Admission Policy
    • - Accepts Any Student Who Applies

Enrollment Data

Overall Student Enrollment

  • Total Student Enrollment: 31,377

    • - Undergraduate: 31,377

Student Gender

  • Total Student Gender

    • - Male: 19,749

    - Female: 11,324

    - Ratio of Men to Women: 1.7 : 1

  • Undergraduate Gender

    • - Male: 19,749

    - Female: 11,324

    - Ratio of Men to Women: 1.7 : 1

Student Attendance

  • Total Student Attendance

    • - Full-Time: 4,647

    - Part-Time: 26,426

  • Undergraduate Attendance

    • - Full-Time: 4,647

    - Part-Time: 26,426

Student Race Breakdown

 NumberPercent
Non-Resident Alien2940.9%
American Indian1330.4%
Black6132%
Asian2,9289%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander1380.4%
Hispanic13,19442%
White9,37930%
Unknown4,44714%

Student Age Breakdown

 NumberPercent
Age Under 188053%
Ages 18-194,15613%
Ages 20-213,63312%
Ages 22-243,64412%
Ages 25-294,42014%
Ages 30-343,25910%
Ages 35-393,01610%
Ages 40-495,16717%
Ages 50-652,7029%
Age Over 652080.7%
Age Unknown630.2%

Graduation Rates

Disclaimer

The data listed below is for informational purposes only. Although graduation, transfer, and retention rates should be included in determining the performance of a school, it is only one of many factors to consider and may not provide a clear representation of the school's performance. These figures are based on a cohort or subset of students.

Graduation and Retention Rates Quick Facts

Retention Rates

The retention rate figures represent the percentage of first time students (full-time or part-time) that complete the first year and return the following year.

  • Full-Time Students: 69%
  • Part-Time Students: 32%

Transfer Out Rates and Schools

The transfer out rate of 8% represents the number of students that have successfully transferred out of Santa Ana College and entered into another institution, often times a 4-year university. Some of the nearby selected schools by students are listed below.

Overall Graduation Rates

 (%) of Entering Class
All Students18%

Graduation Rates By Gender

 (%) of Entering Class
Male20%
Female16%

Graduation Rates By Race

 (%) of Entering Class
Non-Resident Alien10%
American Indian40%
Black23%
Asian38%
Hispanic15%
White18%
Unknown21%

Tuition & Fees

Disclaimer:

The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.

Tuition and Fees Quick Facts

Alternative Tuition Plans Offered

    To get a personalized estimate for the cost of attending Santa Ana College, visit their online calculator by clicking the following link: http://www.sac.edu

    Estimated Cost of Attendance or "Net Price" for Full-Time Beginning Students

    The "Net Price" figures apply to undergraduate students beginning full-time enrollment who have paid the in-state/district tuition and were awarded grants or scholarships.

     2010-112009-102008-09
    Average Net Price$5,217$5,304$5,018
    $0 - $30,000$3,203$2,964$2,845

    Undergraduate Student Tuition, Fees, and Expenses

    2011-122010-112009-10
    In-District Tuition and Fees$898$658$652
    In-State Tuition and Fees$898$658$652
    Out of State Tuition and Fees$4,834$5,458$5,212
    Books and Supplies$1,500$1,500$1,500

    Undergraduate Housing Expenses

    2011-122010-112009-10
    Off Campus
    Room and Board$10,600$10,600$10,600
    Other Expenses$3,400$3,400$3,400
    Off Campus with Family
    Other Expenses$3,400$3,400$3,400

    Undergraduate Total Expenses

    2011-122010-112009-10
    On Campus
    In-District$2,398$2,158$2,152
    In-State$2,398$2,158$2,152
    Out of State$6,334$6,958$6,712
    Off Campus
    In-District$16,398$16,158$16,152
    In-State$16,398$16,158$16,152
    Out of State$20,334$20,958$20,712
    Off Campus with Family
    In-District$5,798$5,558$5,552
    In-State$5,798$5,558$5,552
    Out of State$9,734$10,358$10,112

    Financial Aid

    Disclaimer

    The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and does not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.

    Financial Aid Quick Facts

    Financial Aid Office Phone Number

    The SAC financial aid office phone number is (714) 564-6242. This is the most up to date contact information we have, please contact us if incorrect.

    Financial Aid Office Webpage

    SAC Financial Aid Office

    Financial Aid Breakdown 2010-11

     # Receiving Aid% Receiving AidAverage Amount
    Any Financial Aid96676%-
    Any Grant or Scholarship Aid96476%$3,398
    All Federal Grants54943%$4,509
    Pell Grants54943%$4,248
    Other Federal Grants23018%$625
    State/Local Grants & Scholarships94675%$813
    Institutional Grants & Scholarships816%$385
    All Student Loans302%$4,863
    Federal Student Loans302%$4,863

    Federal Loans - Student Repayment Default Rates

    This table shows the number and percentage of students who received federal student loans but had problems paying them back. A high default rate may represent a lack of quality instruction or a poor hiring climate for graduates of a school.

     200920082007
    Default Rate (%)11.9%10.7%12.3%
    Number in Default251425
    Number in Repayment210130202

    Crime & Safety

    Arrests Made Per Year

    This table reports the number of arrests made per year that took place both on and off campus. These figures were reported by the institutions themselves and have not been subject to independent review.

     2010-112009-102008-09
    Off Campus Surrounding Area
    Liquor Related-2-
    On Campus
    Weapons Related1-1
    Drug Related223
    Liquor Related111

    Criminal Offenses Per Year

    This table reports the number of criminal charges per year that took place both on and off campus. These figures were reported by the institutions themselves and have not been subject to independent review.

     2010-112009-102008-09
    Off Campus Surrounding Area
    Robbery-22
    Aggravated Assault--1
    Burglary1--
    Vehicle Theft1--
    On Campus
    Forcible Rape--2
    Robbery2-1
    Burglary187
    Vehicle Theft279
    Arson--1

    Sports & Teams

    Sports and Players Breakdown

     TotalMen's TeamsWomen's Teams
    All Athletes304201103
    Unduplicated Athletes28318499
    Baseball3939-
    Basketball311615
    Football9595-
    Golf5-5
    Soccer552728
    Softball20-20
    Swimming4-4
    Track and Field, Outdoor12-12
    Track and Field, X-Country6-6
    Volleyball13-13
    Water Polo1212-
    Wrestling1212-

    Coaches Salary Breakdown

     TotalMen's TeamsWomen's Teams
    Head Coaches-$6,462$6,073
    Assistant Coaches-$4,558$5,477

    Number of Coaches Per Team

     TotalMen's TeamsWomen's Teams
    All Coaches422319
    Baseball44-
    Head Coaches11-
    Assistant Coaches33-
    Basketball312
    Head Coaches211
    Assistant Coaches1-1
    Football1010-
    Head Coaches11-
    Assistant Coaches99-
    Golf1-1
    Head Coaches1-1
    Assistant Coaches---
    Soccer633
    Head Coaches211
    Assistant Coaches422
    Softball3-3
    Head Coaches1-1
    Assistant Coaches2-2
    Swimming2-2
    Head Coaches1-1
    Assistant Coaches1-1
    Track and Field, Outdoor4-4
    Head Coaches1-1
    Assistant Coaches3-3
    Track and Field, X-Country2-2
    Head Coaches1-1
    Assistant Coaches1-1
    Volleyball2-2
    Head Coaches1-1
    Assistant Coaches1-1
    Water Polo22-
    Head Coaches11-
    Assistant Coaches11-
    Wrestling33-
    Head Coaches11-
    Assistant Coaches22-

    Faculty & Instructors

    Employee Type Breakdown

     TotalFull-TimePart-Time
    Total Employees1,162514648
    Faculty Status791221570
    Tenured Faculty163163-
    Instruction, Research and/or Public Service791221570
    Primarily Instruction791221570
    Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial30255
    Other Professionals725
    Technical and/or Paraprofessional33426668
    Clerical And Secretarial14010139
    Skilled Crafts1111-
    Service and/or Maintenance57489

    Full-Time Faculty Average Salary Breakdown

     TotalMaleFemale
    9/10 Month Contract
    All Faculty$92,323 (190)$93,144 (93)$91,535 (97)
    Instructor$92,323 (190)$93,144 (93)$91,535 (97)
    11/12 Month Contract
    All Faculty$102,876 (24)$98,472 (7)$104,690 (17)
    Instructor$102,876 (24)$98,472 (7)$104,690 (17)
    Equated 9 Month Contract
    All Faculty$91,409 (214)$92,264 (100)$90,659 (114)
    Instructor$91,409 (214)$92,264 (100)$90,659 (114)
    Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2011: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
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