LIFE UNIVERSITY
- 1269 Barclay Circle
- Marietta, GA 30060
- OPEID College Code: 02074800
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- General Phone: (800) 543-3202
- President: Dr. Guy Riekeman
- Type: Private Not-For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Quarter
- Highest Degree: Doctoral - Professional
- Local Area: Small City
- Student Enrollment: 2,301
- College Mascot: Running Eagles
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Life University - 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
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Website
- www.life.edu
- Mission Statement
- Click To Read Mission Statement
Accreditation
- Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- Hospital Services Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Masters Colleges and Universities (Smaller Programs)
- Undergraduate Classification Arts & Sciences Plus Professions, No Graduate Coexistence
- Graduate Classification Postbaccalaureate Professional (Other Dominant Fields)
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Medium Full-Time Four-Year, Selective, Lower Transfer-In
- Enrollment Classification Majority Graduate/Professional
- Size Classification Small Four-Year, Primarily Residential
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- Admission Links
- Admissions: www.life.edu
- Online Application: Apply Online
- Admission Fees Fall 2008
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $50.00
- Graduate Application Fee: $50.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School GPA Required
- College Preparatory Program Completion Recommended
- Admission Test Scores (SAT ®, ACT ®, ...) Required
- TOEFL Required
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2008
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 152 | 142 | 294 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 110 (72%) | 92 (65%) | 202 (69%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 97 (88%) | 75 (82%) | 172 (85%) |
Enrolled Students Submitting Test Scores Fall 2008
| Number | Percent (%) | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Exam | 34 | 87% |
| ACT ® Exam | 17 | 44% |
Enrolled Students Test Scores Fall 2008
| 25th Percentile | 75th Percentile | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Critical Reading | 403 | 538 |
| SAT ® Math | 393 | 487 |
| SAT ® Writing | 360 | 460 |
| ACT ® Composite | 17 | 21 |
| ACT ® English | 14 | 21 |
| ACT ® Math | 16 | 21 |
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: Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 67%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 56% | 47% | 39% | 31% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $7,257 | $5,534 | $1,601 | $6,838 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 7.8% | 6.3% | 3.0% |
| Number in Default | 28 | 31 | 26 |
| Number in Repayment | 358 | 489 | 857 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Undergraduate Student Expenses
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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 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $8,352 | $7,830 | $7,605 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $8,352 | $7,830 | $7,605 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $8,352 | $7,830 | $7,605 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,650 | $1,650 | $1,650 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $12,480 | $12,000 | $12,000 |
| Other Expenses | $6,000 | $6,000 | $6,000 |
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $12,480 | $12,000 | $12,000 |
| Other Expenses | $6,000 | $6,000 | $6,000 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $5,100 | $6,000 | $5,100 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $28,482 | $27,480 | $27,255 |
| In-State | $28,482 | $27,480 | $27,255 |
| Out of State | $28,482 | $27,480 | $27,255 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $28,482 | $27,480 | $27,255 |
| In-State | $28,482 | $27,480 | $27,255 |
| Out of State | $28,482 | $27,480 | $27,255 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $15,102 | $14,580 | $14,355 |
| In-State | $15,102 | $14,580 | $14,355 |
| Out of State | $15,102 | $14,580 | $14,355 |
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.
| Associate | Bachelor | Master | Doctor | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biological and Biomedical Sciences | ||||
| Anatomy Degree | - | - | - | - |
| Biology Degree | - | 29 | - | - |
| Exercise Physiology Degree | - | 2 | - | - |
| Business and Marketing Studies | ||||
| Business Administration Degree | - | 6 | - | - |
| Commerce Degree | - | - | - | - |
| Computer and Information Sciences | ||||
| Computer Information Technology Services Administration and Management, Other Degree | - | 3 | - | - |
| Health and Clinical Professions | ||||
| Dietetics Degree | - | 7 | - | - |
| Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition Services, Other Degree | - | - | - | - |
| Interdisciplinary Studies | ||||
| Biopsychology Degree | - | 1 | - | - |
| Nutrition Sciences Degree | - | 11 | - | - |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences | ||||
| General Studies Degree | 1 | 2 | - | - |
| Psychology | ||||
| Psychology Degree | - | 1 | - | - |
| Recreation and Fitness Studies | ||||
| Kinesiology and Exercise Science Degree | - | - | 13 | - |
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 2,301 Undergraduate: 727 Graduate: 1,574
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 1,291 Female: 1,010
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 375 Female: 352
- Graduate Gender Male: 916 Female: 658
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 2,001 Part-Time: 300
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 528 Part-Time: 199
- Graduate Attendance Full-Time: 1,473 Part-Time: 101
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | 16 | 0.7% |
| Black | 470 | 20% |
| Asian | 117 | 5% |
| Hispanic | 128 | 6% |
| White | 1,196 | 52% |
| Unknown | 374 | 16% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 4 | 0.2% |
| Ages 18-19 | 70 | 3% |
| Ages 20-21 | 120 | 5% |
| Ages 22-24 | 627 | 27% |
| Ages 25-29 | 895 | 39% |
| Ages 30-34 | 313 | 14% |
| Ages 35-39 | 131 | 6% |
| Ages 40-49 | 100 | 4% |
| Ages 50-65 | 32 | 1% |
| Age Unknown | 9 | 0.4% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 394 | 338 | 56 |
| Faculty Status | 154 | 113 | 41 |
| Tenured Faculty | 15 | 14 | 1 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 153 | 113 | 40 |
| Primarily Instruction | 153 | 113 | 40 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 51 | 50 | 1 |
| Other Professionals | 49 | 49 | - |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 141 | 126 | 15 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 109 | 98 | 11 |
| Skilled Crafts | 4 | 4 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 23 | 19 | 4 |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $64,208 (48) | $65,966 (29) | $61,526 (19) |
| Professor | $80,214 (14) | $80,000 (11) | $81,000 (3) |
| Associate Professor | $63,273 (11) | $64,000 (7) | $62,000 (4) |
| Assistant Professor | $56,000 (13) | $56,000 (7) | $56,000 (6) |
| Instructor | $53,000 (3) | $61,000 (1) | $49,000 (2) |
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $65,431 (65) | $66,487 (39) | $63,846 (26) |
| Professor | $80,667 (6) | $80,000 (5) | $84,000 (1) |
| Associate Professor | $71,176 (17) | $72,000 (10) | $70,000 (7) |
| Assistant Professor | $62,000 (32) | $62,000 (19) | $62,000 (13) |
| Instructor | $57,875 (8) | $59,000 (5) | $56,000 (3) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $58,069 (113) | $59,332 (68) | $56,160 (45) |
| Professor | $75,950 (20) | $75,455 (16) | $77,932 (4) |
| Associate Professor | $60,215 (28) | $61,006 (17) | $58,993 (11) |
| Assistant Professor | $52,251 (45) | $52,148 (26) | $52,393 (19) |
| Instructor | $48,893 (11) | $50,395 (6) | $47,092 (5) |
Overall Athletic Team Information
- Member of National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics
| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athlete Student Aid | |||
| Total Aid | $242,382 | $242,382 | - |
| Ratio (%) | 100% | 100% | - |
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 15 | 15 | - |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 15 | 15 | - |
| Basketball | 15 | 15 | - |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $34,900 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $24,900 | - |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 4 | 4 | - |
| Basketball | 4 | 4 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 3 | 3 | - |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 67%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 40%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 100% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 100% |
| Female | 100% |
| By Race | |
| Black | 100% |
| Asian | 100% |
| Hispanic | 100% |
| White | 100% |
| Unknown | 100% |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Drug Related | - | 1 |
| Liquor Related | 7 | - |
| On Campus | ||
| Drug Related | - | 1 |
| Liquor Related | 7 | - |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Robbery | 4 | - |
| Burglary | 4 | - |
| On Campus | ||
| Robbery | 4 | - |
| Burglary | 6 | 2 |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
