KANSAS WESLEYAN UNIVERSITY
- 100 E. Claflin Ave.
- Salina, KS 67401
- OPEID College Code: 00192900
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- General Phone: (800) 874-1154 x1285
- President & Ceo: Fletcher M. Lamkin
- Type: Private Not-For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Master's
- Local Area: Remote Town
- Student Enrollment: 852
- College Mascot: Coyotes
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Kansas Wesleyan University - Details
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Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Athletics
Graduation Rates
Campus Security
About
Kansas Wesleyan University, located in Salina, Kansas, is a private 4 year Methodist institution founded in 1886. The school offers quality educational programs and had its accreditation reaffirmed in 1997. Salina is the sixth largest city in Kansas, and a hub for interstate travel, and Kansas' cultural and artistic center. The school offers a liberal arts education and ensures that its students receive a well rounded education.
Academics
Kansas Wesleyan University offers a diverse number of programs across multiple fields in order to provide its students with option in regards to what they wish to study and how they wish to approach their future. The school offers bachelor and master programs as well as an adult study program in business management.
Programs offered include:
Admissions and Financial Aid
Students wishing to enroll at KWU must complete the application form and submit any transcripts and test scores relevant to review. Some programs may have additional requirements and such requirements must be met for admission o be a possibility. Upon receiving the application the school will review the supplied information and make a decision regarding admission.
Financial aid is available to qualifying students. Students in need of aid should contact the financial aid office for assistance and visit the school's website for additional information,
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- Teaching K-12 Certification Offered Can Complete Preparation With Specialization State Approved for Certification
- Religious Affiliation
- United Methodist
- Website
- www.kwu.edu
- Mission Statement
- The mission of Kansas Wesleyan University is to promote and integrate academic excellence, spiritual development, personal well-being, and social responsibility.
Kansas Wesleyan University provides an education program characterized by excellence within a caring community, rooted in the liberal arts tradition. The call of the university is to develop both intellect and character, to stimulate creativity and discovery, to nurture the whole person--body, mind, and spirit. Diversity is encouraged in curriculum, faculty, and students.
Kansas Wesleyan University prepares students not only for careers and professions, but also for lifelong learning. The university equips its students for responsible leadership in their communities, for useful service in and to the world, and for stewardship of the earth.
Kansas Wesleyan University provides a setting in which faith and learning are integrated; encounter with the Christian proclamation is an integral part of the life of the university. The university fosters the lively discussion of faith and values, encouraging students to develop a thoughtful, personal world view informed by Christian tradition.
Kansas Wesleyan University serves the church, community, and the world by providing a variety of resources for educational, cultural, and spiritual enrichment. The aim of the university is to discover, to build, and to share a higher quality of life and a broader vision of the world.
Accreditation
- North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Baccalaureate Colleges--Diverse Fields
- Undergraduate Classification Professions Plus Arts & Sciences, Some Graduate Coexistence
- Graduate Classification Single Postbaccalaureate (Business)
- Enrollment Classification Very High Undergraduate
- Size Classification Very Small Four-Year, Highly Residential
Kansas Wesleyan University Campus Map
- Admission Links
- Admissions: www.kwu.edu
- Online Application: Apply Online
- Admission Fees Fall 2009
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $20.00
- Graduate Application Fee: $30.00
- 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
- Admission Test Scores (SAT ®, ACT ®, ...) Required
- TOEFL Required
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2009
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 336 | 238 | 574 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 172 (51%) | 146 (61%) | 318 (55%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 73 (42%) | 68 (47%) | 141 (44%) |
Enrolled Students Submitting Test Scores Fall 2009
| Number | Percent (%) | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Exam | 24 | 17% |
| ACT ® Exam | 114 | 83% |
Enrolled Students Test Scores Fall 2009
| 25th Percentile | 75th Percentile | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Critical Reading | 450 | 520 |
| SAT ® Math | 460 | 590 |
| SAT ® Writing | - | - |
| ACT ® Composite | 20 | 24 |
| ACT ® English | 19 | 24 |
| ACT ® Math | 19 | 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: 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 | 87% | 39% | 30% | 100% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $10,299 | $4,207 | $2,907 | $9,383 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 6.5% | 3.7% | 4.0% |
| Number in Default | 21 | 14 | 13 |
| Number in Repayment | 322 | 372 | 318 |
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 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $19,200 | $18,200 | $17,400 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $19,200 | $18,200 | $17,400 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $19,200 | $18,200 | $17,400 |
| Books and Supplies | $800 | $800 | $800 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $6,600 | $6,400 | $6,000 |
| Other Expenses | $4,200 | $4,200 | $4,200 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $30,800 | $29,600 | $28,400 |
| In-State | $30,800 | $29,600 | $28,400 |
| Out of State | $30,800 | $29,600 | $28,400 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $20,000 | $19,000 | $18,200 |
| In-State | $20,000 | $19,000 | $18,200 |
| Out of State | $20,000 | $19,000 | $18,200 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $20,000 | $19,000 | $18,200 |
| In-State | $20,000 | $19,000 | $18,200 |
| Out of State | $20,000 | $19,000 | $18,200 |
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: 852 Undergraduate: 805 Graduate: 47
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 386 Female: 466
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 362 Female: 443
- Graduate Gender Male: 24 Female: 23
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 668 Part-Time: 184
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 666 Part-Time: 139
- Graduate Attendance Full-Time: 2 Part-Time: 45
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 30 | 4% |
| American Indian | 7 | 0.8% |
| Black | 79 | 9% |
| Asian | 19 | 2% |
| Hispanic | 73 | 9% |
| White | 644 | 76% |
| Unknown | - | - |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 34 | 4% |
| Ages 18-19 | 220 | 26% |
| Ages 20-21 | 270 | 32% |
| Ages 22-24 | 143 | 17% |
| Ages 25-29 | 85 | 10% |
| Ages 30-34 | 32 | 4% |
| Ages 35-39 | 18 | 2% |
| Ages 40-49 | 32 | 4% |
| Ages 50-65 | 18 | 2% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 149 | 111 | 38 |
| Faculty Status | 64 | 44 | 20 |
| Tenured Faculty | 24 | 24 | - |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 64 | 44 | 20 |
| Primarily Instruction | 64 | 44 | 20 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 14 | 14 | - |
| Other Professionals | 41 | 25 | 16 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 30 | 28 | 2 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 13 | 11 | 2 |
| Skilled Crafts | 1 | 1 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 16 | 16 | - |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $47,566 (44) | $47,159 (26) | $48,153 (18) |
| Professor | $54,404 (9) | $53,762 (3) | $54,725 (6) |
| Associate Professor | $48,348 (18) | $49,156 (11) | $47,078 (7) |
| Assistant Professor | $43,117 (17) | $43,678 (12) | $41,772 (5) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $47,566 (44) | $47,159 (26) | $48,153 (18) |
| Professor | $54,404 (9) | $53,762 (3) | $54,725 (6) |
| Associate Professor | $48,348 (18) | $49,156 (11) | $47,078 (7) |
| Assistant Professor | $43,117 (17) | $43,678 (12) | $41,772 (5) |
Overall Athletic Team Information
- Member of National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics
| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athlete Student Aid | |||
| Total Aid | $144,400 | $81,100 | $63,300 |
| Ratio (%) | 100% | 56% | 44% |
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 324 | 218 | 106 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 310 | 209 | 101 |
| Baseball | 35 | 35 | - |
| Basketball | 44 | 22 | 22 |
| All Track Combined | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Football | 100 | 100 | - |
| Golf | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Soccer | 56 | 26 | 30 |
| Softball | 17 | - | 17 |
| Tennis | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Volleyball | 13 | - | 13 |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $29,220 | $20,935 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $9,415 | $6,987 |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 32 | 20 | 12 |
| Baseball | 3 | 3 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 2 | - |
| Basketball | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| All Track Combined | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Football | 8 | 8 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 7 | 7 | - |
| Golf | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Soccer | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Softball | 2 | - | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Tennis | 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: 56%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 36% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 18% |
| Female | 51% |
| By Years Prior to Graduation | |
| 4 Years or Less | 25% |
| 5 Years | 32% |
| 6 Years | 32% |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Weapons Related | - | 1 |
| Drug Related | 1 | - |
| Liquor Related | 8 | 44 |
| On Campus | ||
| Weapons Related | - | 1 |
| Drug Related | 1 | - |
| Liquor Related | 8 | 44 |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Burglary | 16 | 44 |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
