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Divine Word College
- 102 Jacoby Dr SW
- Epworth, IA 52045
- OPEID College Code: 00185800
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- General Phone: (563) 876-3353
- President: Michael W Hutchins
- Website: www.dwci.edu

- Type: Private Not-For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Bachelor's Degree
- Local Area: Rural
- Student Enrollment: 59

Basic Information
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
None Available
- Religious Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- Mission Statement
- Click To Read Mission Statement
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available - Library Profile
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Special Focus Institutions--Theological Seminaries, Bible Colleges, and Other Faith-Related Institutions
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Four-Year
- Admission Fees Fall 2007
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $25.00
- College Credits Accepted
None Available
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School GPA Required
- High School or Secondary School Rank Recommended
- High School or Secondary School Record Required
- Recommendation Consideration Required
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2007
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 12 | - | 12 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 6 (50%) | - (-) | 6 (50%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 6 (100%) | - (-) | 6 (100%) |
- 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 | 64% | 82% | - | 91% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $3,458 | $3,794 | - | $2,521 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 2.3% | 6.8% | 7.5% |
| Number in Repayment | 13 | 12 | 17 |
Undergraduate Student Expenses
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $10,100 | $9,600 | $9,500 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $10,100 | $9,600 | $9,500 |
| Books and Supplies | $500 | $500 | $500 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $2,550 | $2,400 | $2,300 |
| Other Expenses | $1,775 | $1,740 | $1,740 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-State | $14,925 | $14,240 | $14,040 |
| Out of State | $14,925 | $14,240 | $14,040 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-State | $10,600 | $10,100 | $10,000 |
| Out of State | $10,600 | $10,100 | $10,000 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-State | $10,600 | $10,100 | $10,000 |
| Out of State | $10,600 | $10,100 | $10,000 |
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
| Associate | Bachelor | |
|---|---|---|
| Philosophy and Religious Studies | ||
| Philosophy | - | 3 |
| Social Sciences | ||
| Social Sciences, Other | - | 1 |
Additional Information
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 59 Undergraduate: 59
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 50 Female: 9
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 50 Female: 9
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 51 Part-Time: 8
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 51 Part-Time: 8
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 20 | 34% |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | 7 | 12% |
| Asian | 23 | 39% |
| Hispanic | 1 | 2% |
| White | 8 | 14% |
| Unknown | - | - |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 1 | 2% |
| Ages 18-19 | 8 | 14% |
| Ages 20-21 | 8 | 14% |
| Ages 22-24 | 14 | 24% |
| Ages 25-29 | 11 | 19% |
| Ages 30-34 | 1 | 2% |
| Ages 35-39 | 6 | 10% |
| Ages 40-49 | 5 | 8% |
| Ages 50-65 | 1 | 2% |
| Age Over 65 | 4 | 7% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 57 | 48 | 9 |
| Faculty Status | 28 | 23 | 5 |
| Tenured Faculty | 4 | 4 | - |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 20 | 17 | 3 |
| Primarily Instruction | 20 | 17 | 3 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 5 | 5 | - |
| Other Professionals | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 24 | 20 | 4 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 12 | 10 | 2 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 12 | 10 | 2 |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $44,657 (17) | $48,209 (7) | $42,170 (10) |
| Professor | $55,091 (3) | $59,501 (2) | $46,270 (1) |
| Associate Professor | $48,542 (4) | $45,849 (2) | $51,236 (2) |
| Assistant Professor | $40,649 (9) | $42,255 (3) | $39,846 (6) |
| Instructor | $33,884 (1) | - (-) | $33,884 (1) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $44,657 (17) | $48,209 (7) | $42,170 (10) |
| Professor | $55,091 (3) | $59,501 (2) | $46,270 (1) |
| Associate Professor | $48,542 (4) | $45,849 (2) | $51,236 (2) |
| Assistant Professor | $40,649 (9) | $42,255 (3) | $39,846 (6) |
| Instructor | $33,884 (1) | - (-) | $33,884 (1) |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 73%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 100% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 100% |
| Female | - |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | 100% |
| Asian | 100% |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2007-2008
