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South University - West Palm Beach
- 1760 N Congress Ave
- West Palm Beach, FL 33409
- OPEID College Code: 01303904
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- General Phone: (561) 697-9200
- President: John V. Peterson
- Website: www.southuniversity.edu
- Type: Private For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Quarter
- Highest Degree: Master's Degree
- Local Area: Large Suburb
- Student Enrollment: 707
Basic Information
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- Mission Statement
- Click To Read Mission Statement
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available - Library Profile
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Baccalaureate/Associates Colleges
- Undergraduate Classification Associates Dominant
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Medium Full-Time Four-Year, Inclusive
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Four-Year
- Size Classification Very Small Four-Year, Primarily Nonresidential
- Admission Fees N/A
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $50.00
- Graduate Application Fee: $50.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 100%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2006-07
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 83% | 61% | 83% | - |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $2,480 | $1,213 | $334 | - |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 5.6% | 3.8% | 4.6% |
| Number in Default | 119 | 60 | 61 |
| Number in Repayment | 2,120 | 1,571 | 1,299 |
Undergraduate Student Expenses
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $12,570 | $11,850 | $11,475 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $12,570 | $11,850 | $11,475 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,476 | $1,125 | $950 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $8,700 | $8,190 | $7,860 |
| Other Expenses | $2,400 | $3,150 | $1,950 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $8,400 | $3,150 | $6,739 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-State | $14,046 | $12,975 | $12,425 |
| Out of State | $14,046 | $12,975 | $12,425 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-State | $25,146 | $24,315 | $22,235 |
| Out of State | $25,146 | $24,315 | $22,235 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-State | $22,446 | $19,725 | $19,164 |
| Out of State | $22,446 | $19,725 | $19,164 |
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
| Associate | Bachelor | Master | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business and Marketing Studies | |||
| Accounting | - | - | - |
| Business Administration and Management | 1 | 10 | - |
| Computer and Information Sciences | |||
| Computer and Information Sciences | - | - | - |
| Health and Clinical Professions | |||
| Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other | 36 | - | - |
| Medical Assistance | - | - | - |
| Nursing | - | 54 | - |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | 22 | - | - |
| Legal Professions and Studies | |||
| Legal Assistant, Paralegal | 5 | - | - |
| Legal Studies | - | 16 | - |
Additional Information
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 707 Undergraduate: 675 Graduate: 32
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 110 Female: 597
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 106 Female: 569
- Graduate Gender Male: 4 Female: 28
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 492 Part-Time: 215
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 462 Part-Time: 213
- Graduate Attendance Full-Time: 30 Part-Time: 2
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 1 | 0.1% |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | 368 | 52% |
| Asian | 17 | 2% |
| Hispanic | 73 | 10% |
| White | 186 | 26% |
| Unknown | 62 | 9% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 1 | 0.1% |
| Ages 18-19 | 36 | 5% |
| Ages 20-21 | 71 | 10% |
| Ages 22-24 | 147 | 21% |
| Ages 25-29 | 181 | 26% |
| Ages 30-34 | 101 | 14% |
| Ages 35-39 | 80 | 11% |
| Ages 40-49 | 69 | 10% |
| Ages 50-65 | 16 | 2% |
| Age Uknown | 5 | 0.7% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 123 | 42 | 81 |
| Faculty Status | 98 | 20 | 78 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 98 | 20 | 78 |
| Primarily Instruction | 89 | 11 | 78 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 7 | 7 | - |
| Other Professionals | 10 | 10 | - |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 2 | 1 | 1 |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $56,004 (20) | $71,040 (3) | $53,351 (17) |
| Instructor | $56,004 (20) | $71,040 (3) | $53,351 (17) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $45,823 (20) | $58,125 (3) | $43,652 (17) |
| Instructor | $45,823 (20) | $58,125 (3) | $43,652 (17) |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 50%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 40% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 33% |
| Female | 42% |
| By Race | |
| American Indian | - |
| Black | 23% |
| Hispanic | - |
| White | 58% |
Crime Statistics
| 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Aggravated Assault | - | 1 |
| Burglary | 2 | 2 |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2007-2008
