PALM BEACH ATLANTIC UNIVERSITY - WEST PALM BEACH (Palm Beach Atlantic)
- 901 S. Flagler Drive
- West Palm Beach, FL 33401
- OPEID College Code: 00884900
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- General Phone: (561) 803-2000
- President: Dr. Lu Hardin
- Type: Private Not-For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Doctoral - Professional
- Local Area: Small City
- Student Enrollment: 3,260
- College Alias: Palm Beach Atlantic
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Palm Beach Atlantic University - West Palm Beach - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Athletics
Graduation Rates
Campus Security
- 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
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- Teaching K-12 Certification Offered Can Complete Preparation With Specialization State Approved for Certification
- ROTC Army
- Religious Affiliation
- Interdenominational
- Website
- www.pba.edu
- Mission Statement
- The mission of Palm Beach Atlantic University is to prepare students for lifelong learning and leadership by offering excellent undergraduate, graduate and professional programs of study in the Arts, Humanities, Sciences and selected professions. Palm Beach Atlantic University is a private, independent university dedicated to the intentional integration of Christian principles. As a community of learners, the University provides students with a rigorous educational environment that leads to intellectual, spiritual and personal character development.
Accreditation
- Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Masters Colleges and Universities (Medium Programs)
- Undergraduate Classification Balanced Arts & Sciences/Professions, Some Graduate Coexistence
- Graduate Classification Postbaccalaureate Professional (Other Dominant Fields)
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Full-Time Four-Year, Selective, Lower Transfer-In
- Enrollment Classification High Undergraduate
- Size Classification Small Four-Year, Highly Residential
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- Admission Links
- Admissions: http:
- Online Application: Apply Online
- Admission Fees Fall 2009
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $30.00
- Graduate Application Fee: $45.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- Life Experience Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School GPA Required
- High School or Secondary School Rank Recommended
- High School or Secondary School Record Required
- College Preparatory Program Completion Recommended
- Recommendation Consideration Required
- Admission Test Scores (SAT ®, ACT ®, ...) Required
- TOEFL Required
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2009
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 447 | 954 | 1,401 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 294 (66%) | 670 (70%) | 964 (69%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 135 (46%) | 287 (43%) | 422 (44%) |
Enrolled Students Submitting Test Scores Fall 2009
| Number | Percent (%) | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Exam | 333 | 79% |
| ACT ® Exam | 251 | 59% |
Enrolled Students Test Scores Fall 2009
| 25th Percentile | 75th Percentile | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Critical Reading | 470 | 580 |
| SAT ® Math | 450 | 550 |
| SAT ® Writing | 450 | 570 |
| ACT ® Composite | 20 | 26 |
| ACT ® English | 19 | 26 |
| ACT ® Math | 18 | 25 |
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 Links and Information
- Website: Palm Beach Atlantic Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 100%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 61% | 25% | 58% | 90% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $5,344 | $4,253 | $5,160 | $8,075 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 5.8% | 5.1% | 3.2% |
| Number in Default | 52 | 46 | 38 |
| Number in Repayment | 887 | 899 | 1,181 |
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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| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
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| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $22,700 | $21,550 | $20,210 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $22,700 | $21,550 | $20,210 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $22,700 | $21,550 | $20,210 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 | $1,200 | $1,200 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $8,338 | $8,338 | $8,086 |
| Other Expenses | $3,150 | $3,150 | $3,000 |
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $13,654 | $11,000 | $10,500 |
| Other Expenses | $3,150 | $3,150 | $3,150 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $3,150 | $3,150 | $3,000 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $35,388 | $34,238 | $32,496 |
| In-State | $35,388 | $34,238 | $32,496 |
| Out of State | $35,388 | $34,238 | $32,496 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $40,704 | $36,900 | $35,060 |
| In-State | $40,704 | $36,900 | $35,060 |
| Out of State | $40,704 | $36,900 | $35,060 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $27,050 | $25,900 | $24,410 |
| In-State | $27,050 | $25,900 | $24,410 |
| Out of State | $27,050 | $25,900 | $24,410 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
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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.
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 3,260 Undergraduate: 2,434 Graduate: 826
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 1,149 Female: 2,111
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 888 Female: 1,546
- Graduate Gender Male: 261 Female: 565
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 2,810 Part-Time: 450
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 2,244 Part-Time: 190
- Graduate Attendance Full-Time: 566 Part-Time: 260
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 98 | 3% |
| American Indian | 15 | 0.5% |
| Black | 554 | 17% |
| Asian | 56 | 2% |
| Hispanic | 434 | 13% |
| White | 1,845 | 57% |
| Unknown | 258 | 8% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 17 | 0.5% |
| Ages 18-19 | 674 | 21% |
| Ages 20-21 | 744 | 23% |
| Ages 22-24 | 581 | 18% |
| Ages 25-29 | 456 | 14% |
| Ages 30-34 | 221 | 7% |
| Ages 35-39 | 164 | 5% |
| Ages 40-49 | 241 | 7% |
| Ages 50-65 | 125 | 4% |
| Age Over 65 | 3 | 0.09% |
| Age Unknown | 34 | 1% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
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| Total Employees | 570 | 397 | 173 |
| Faculty Status | 274 | 159 | 115 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 274 | 159 | 115 |
| Primarily Instruction | 274 | 159 | 115 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 59 | 59 | - |
| Other Professionals | 93 | 84 | 9 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 144 | 95 | 49 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 116 | 70 | 46 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 1 | - | 1 |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $58,767 (138) | $60,773 (83) | $55,739 (55) |
| Professor | $73,012 (26) | $74,228 (21) | $67,902 (5) |
| Associate Professor | $59,831 (50) | $60,944 (28) | $58,415 (22) |
| Assistant Professor | $52,589 (58) | $52,613 (33) | $52,558 (25) |
| Instructor | $42,455 (4) | $42,744 (1) | $42,359 (3) |
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $99,079 (21) | $102,279 (5) | $98,079 (16) |
| Professor | $100,582 (2) | $107,714 (1) | $93,450 (1) |
| Associate Professor | $100,731 (5) | $98,700 (1) | $101,239 (4) |
| Assistant Professor | $98,275 (14) | $101,660 (3) | $97,351 (11) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $61,712 (159) | $62,075 (88) | $61,262 (71) |
| Professor | $73,675 (28) | $74,860 (22) | $69,328 (6) |
| Associate Professor | $61,884 (55) | $61,627 (29) | $62,171 (26) |
| Assistant Professor | $57,998 (72) | $55,160 (36) | $60,837 (36) |
| Instructor | $42,455 (4) | $42,744 (1) | $42,359 (3) |
Overall Athletic Team Information
- Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (Ncaa)
| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athlete Student Aid | |||
| Total Aid | $1,130,103 | $509,380 | $620,723 |
| Ratio (%) | 100% | 45% | 55% |
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 159 | 81 | 78 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 159 | 81 | 78 |
| Baseball | 29 | 29 | - |
| Basketball | 30 | 15 | 15 |
| Soccer | 49 | 25 | 24 |
| Softball | 14 | - | 14 |
| Tennis | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Track and Field, X-Country | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Volleyball | 12 | - | 12 |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $39,857 | $40,854 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $5,400 | $5,600 |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Baseball | 2 | 2 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Basketball | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Soccer | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Softball | 2 | - | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Tennis | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Track and Field, X-Country | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Volleyball | 2 | - | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 69%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 56% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 49% |
| Female | 59% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | 33% |
| American Indian | 50% |
| Black | 61% |
| Asian | 75% |
| Hispanic | 56% |
| White | 55% |
| Unknown | 58% |
| By Years Prior to Graduation | |
| 4 Years or Less | 41% |
| 5 Years | 48% |
| 6 Years | 51% |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Weapons Related | - | 1 |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Robbery | 2 | - |
| Burglary | 20 | 7 |
| On Campus | ||
| Forcible Rape | 1 | - |
| Robbery | 3 | - |
| Burglary | 26 | 9 |
| Arson | 1 | - |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
