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Edward Waters College
- 1658 Kings Rd
- Jacksonville, FL 32209
- OPEID College Code: 00147800
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- General Phone: (904) 470-8000
- President: Dr. Claudette H. Williams
- Website: www.ewc.edu

- Type: Private Not-For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Bachelor's Degree
- Local Area: Large City
- Student Enrollment: 811
- College Mascot: Tigers

Basic Information
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Teaching K-12 Certification Offered Can Complete Preparation With Specialization State Approved for Certification
- Religious Affiliation
- African Methodist Episcopal
- Mission Statement
- I. Edward Waters College Mission
Edward Waters College was established in 1866 to educate the descendants of African Americans, newly emancipated from slavery. Today, its enrollment continues to be substantially African-American students from the Southeast and Northeast regions of the United States, while also welcoming students from all racial and ethical groups within the United States and from around the world.
The college is an accredited, private, four-year, liberal arts, coeducational, residential institution, committed to Christian principles which emphasize high moral and spiritual values, as a result of its close affiliation with, and support from, the African Methodist Episcopal Church. It offers baccalaureate degrees in the arts and sciences and other career-based professional fields.
The College enrolls students with a wide range of educational foundations, and it seeks to develop in each of its students the high levels of competence in basic social, thinking, listening, speaking, reading, writing, mathematical, technological, and leadership skills that are the characteristics of an educated person. It also seeks to develop within each student the breadth of knowledge, the commitment to service, and adherence to high ethical values that are the characteristics of a good citizen.
The institution strives to prepare its students to pursue further graduate and professional studies as well as to assume positions of leadership in commerce, industry, education, government and community service.
Edward Waters College interacts with the surrounding community by providing continuing education, health and human services, promoting the growth and development of the larger community through public service programs, economic development and community revitalization. The College endeavors to develop research strategies and facilities to address academic and community issues.
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available - Library Profile
- Historically Black College
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Baccalaureate Colleges--Diverse Fields
- Undergraduate Classification Professions Plus Arts & Sciences, No Graduate Coexistence
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Full-Time Four-Year, Selective, Lower Transfer-In
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Four-Year
- Size Classification Small Four-Year, Primarily Residential
- Admission Links
- Admissions: www.ewc.edu
- Online Application: Apply Online
- Admission Fees N/A
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $25.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Life Experience Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 99%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2006-07
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 69% | 72% | 60% | 55% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $4,581 | $3,678 | $3,986 | $6,000 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 19.8% | 15.5% | 21.4% |
| Number in Default | 88 | 80 | 97 |
| Number in Repayment | 444 | 515 | 453 |
Undergraduate Student Expenses
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $9,176 | $9,176 | $9,176 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $9,176 | $9,176 | $9,176 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,260 | $1,260 | $1,260 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $6,474 | $6,474 | $6,474 |
| Other Expenses | $3,904 | $3,904 | $3,904 |
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $6,474 | $6,474 | $6,474 |
| Other Expenses | $3,904 | $3,904 | $3,904 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $3,904 | $3,904 | $3,904 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-State | $20,814 | $20,814 | $20,814 |
| Out of State | $20,814 | $20,814 | $20,814 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-State | $20,814 | $20,814 | $20,814 |
| Out of State | $20,814 | $20,814 | $20,814 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-State | $14,340 | $14,340 | $14,340 |
| Out of State | $14,340 | $14,340 | $14,340 |
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
| Bachelor | |
|---|---|
| Biological and Biomedical Sciences | |
| Biology, Biological Sciences | 7 |
| Business and Marketing Studies | |
| Business Administration and Management | 13 |
| Hospitality Administration and Management | 1 |
| Non-Profit, Public, Organizational Management | 59 |
| Communications and Journalism | |
| Communication Studies | 4 |
| Computer and Information Sciences | |
| Computer and Information Sciences | 3 |
| Education | |
| Elementary Education | 10 |
| Physical Education Teaching and Coaching | 3 |
| Interdisciplinary Studies | |
| Gerontology | - |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences | |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, Liberal Studies | 1 |
| Mathematics and Statistics | |
| Mathematics | 1 |
| Philosophy and Religious Studies | |
| Religious Studies, Other | - |
| Psychology | |
| Psychology | 13 |
| Security and Protective Services | |
| Criminal Justice, Safety Studies | 15 |
| Social Sciences | |
| Political Science and Government | 2 |
| Sociology | 4 |
| Visual and Performing Arts | |
| Music | 4 |
Additional Information
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 811 Undergraduate: 811
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 457 Female: 354
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 457 Female: 354
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 747 Part-Time: 64
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 747 Part-Time: 64
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 7 | 0.9% |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | 759 | 94% |
| Asian | 3 | 0.4% |
| Hispanic | 7 | 0.9% |
| White | 24 | 3% |
| Unknown | 11 | 1% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 98 | 12% |
| Ages 18-19 | 134 | 17% |
| Ages 20-21 | 205 | 25% |
| Ages 22-24 | 190 | 23% |
| Ages 25-29 | 80 | 10% |
| Ages 30-34 | 19 | 2% |
| Ages 35-39 | 18 | 2% |
| Ages 40-49 | 15 | 2% |
| Ages 50-65 | 14 | 2% |
| Age Uknown | 38 | 5% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 201 | 195 | 6 |
| Faculty Status | 58 | 53 | 5 |
| Tenured Faculty | 3 | 3 | - |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 58 | 53 | 5 |
| Primarily Instruction | 58 | 53 | 5 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 48 | 48 | - |
| Other Professionals | 51 | 50 | 1 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 44 | 44 | - |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 24 | 24 | - |
| Skilled Crafts | 1 | 1 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 14 | 14 | - |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $42,460 (44) | $42,930 (29) | $41,552 (15) |
| Professor | $48,450 (2) | $48,450 (2) | - (-) |
| Associate Professor | $46,500 (4) | $46,500 (4) | - (-) |
| Assistant Professor | $43,282 (26) | $43,444 (18) | $42,916 (8) |
| Instructor | $38,334 (12) | $36,012 (5) | $39,993 (7) |
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $49,999 (9) | $48,385 (6) | $53,227 (3) |
| Professor | $56,255 (1) | $56,255 (1) | - (-) |
| Associate Professor | $58,000 (1) | $58,000 (1) | - (-) |
| Assistant Professor | $49,541 (5) | $44,013 (2) | $53,227 (3) |
| Instructor | $44,013 (2) | $44,013 (2) | - (-) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $42,197 (53) | $42,357 (35) | $41,885 (18) |
| Professor | $47,643 (3) | $47,643 (3) | - (-) |
| Associate Professor | $46,691 (5) | $46,691 (5) | - (-) |
| Assistant Professor | $42,839 (31) | $42,701 (20) | $43,089 (11) |
| Instructor | $38,003 (14) | $36,012 (7) | $39,993 (7) |
Overall Athletic Team Information
- Member of National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics
| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athlete Student Aid | |||
| Total Aid | $858,000 | $534,000 | $324,000 |
| Ratio (%) | 100% | 62% | 38% |
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 166 | 115 | 51 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 166 | 115 | 51 |
| Baseball | 22 | 22 | - |
| Basketball | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Track and Field and Cross Country (Combined) | 24 | 14 | 10 |
| Football | 60 | 60 | - |
| Golf | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Softball | 12 | - | 12 |
| Volleyball | 12 | - | 12 |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $17,800 | $9,600 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $6,750 | $2,625 |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 28 | 17 | 11 |
| Baseball | 2 | 2 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Basketball | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Track and Field and Cross Country (Combined) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Football | 7 | 7 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 6 | 6 | - |
| Golf | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Softball | 3 | - | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | - | 2 |
| Volleyball | 3 | - | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | - | 2 |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 53%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 38%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 9% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 7% |
| Female | 11% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | - |
| Black | 9% |
| Hispanic | 25% |
| White | - |
| Unknown | - |
| By Years Prior to Graduation | |
| 4 Years or Less | 4% |
| 5 Years | 6% |
| 6 Years | 9% |
Crime Statistics
| 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Weapons Related | 1 | 1 |
| Drug Related | 4 | 2 |
| Residence Hall | ||
| Weapons Related | 1 | 1 |
| Drug Related | 4 | 2 |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Robbery | 2 | 1 |
| Burglary | 8 | 17 |
| Vehicle Theft | 4 | - |
| Residence Hall | ||
| Burglary | 6 | 4 |
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