LIVINGSTONE COLLEGE
- 701 W Monroe St
- Salisbury, NC 28144
- OPEID College Code: 00294200
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- General Phone: (704) 216-6000
- President: Jimmy R. Jenkins, Sr., Ph.d.
- Type: Private Not-For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Bachelor's
- Local Area: Distant Town
- Student Enrollment: 1,082
- College Mascot: Blue Bears
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Livingstone College - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Athletics
Graduation Rates
Campus Security
- Student Services
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- Teaching K-12 Certification Offered State Approved for Certification
- ROTC Army Air Force
- Religious Affiliation
- African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church
- Website
- www.livingstone.edu

- Mission Statement
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Accreditation
- Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- Historically Black College
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Baccalaureate Colleges--Diverse Fields
- Undergraduate Classification Balanced Arts & Sciences/Professions, No Graduate Coexistence
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Full-Time Four-Year, Inclusive
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Four-Year
- Size Classification Very Small Four-Year, Highly Residential
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- Admission Fees Fall 2009
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $25.00
- 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 Recommended
- Admission Test Scores (SAT ®, ACT ®, ...) Required
- TOEFL Required
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2009
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 1,296 | 1,659 | 2,955 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 861 (66%) | 1,109 (67%) | 1,970 (67%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 243 (28%) | 183 (17%) | 426 (22%) |
Enrolled Students Submitting Test Scores Fall 2009
| Number | Percent (%) | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Exam | 314 | 74% |
| ACT ® Exam | 88 | 21% |
Enrolled Students Test Scores Fall 2009
| 25th Percentile | 75th Percentile | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Critical Reading | 330 | 420 |
| SAT ® Math | 320 | 420 |
| SAT ® Writing | 320 | 410 |
| ACT ® Composite | 13 | 16 |
| ACT ® English | 10 | 15 |
| ACT ® Math | 15 | 17 |
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.
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- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 93%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 80% | 72% | 62% | 80% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $8,225 | $4,203 | $5,621 | $2,701 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 22.2% | 20.0% | 15.3% |
| Number in Default | 77 | 73 | 71 |
| Number in Repayment | 346 | 365 | 462 |
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 | $13,658 | $12,914 | $12,474 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $13,658 | $12,914 | $12,474 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $13,658 | $12,914 | $12,474 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,300 | $1,300 | $1,300 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $6,342 | $5,641 | $5,641 |
| Other Expenses | $2,000 | $2,000 | $2,000 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $23,300 | $21,855 | $21,415 |
| In-State | $23,300 | $21,855 | $21,415 |
| Out of State | $23,300 | $21,855 | $21,415 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $14,958 | $14,214 | $13,774 |
| In-State | $14,958 | $14,214 | $13,774 |
| Out of State | $14,958 | $14,214 | $13,774 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $14,958 | $14,214 | $13,774 |
| In-State | $14,958 | $14,214 | $13,774 |
| Out of State | $14,958 | $14,214 | $13,774 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
Note:
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.
| Bachelor | |
|---|---|
| Biological and Biomedical Sciences | |
| Biology Degree | 6 |
| Business and Marketing Studies | |
| Accounting Degree | 3 |
| Business Administration Degree | 31 |
| Computer and Information Sciences | |
| Computer Degree | 8 |
| Education | |
| Elementary Education Degree | 1 |
| Music Teacher Education Degree | - |
| English Language and Literature | |
| English Language and Literature Degree | 6 |
| History | |
| History Degree | 4 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences | |
| Liberal Arts Degree | 6 |
| Mathematics and Statistics | |
| Mathematics Degree | 2 |
| Philosophy and Religious Studies | |
| Religious Studies Degree | 3 |
| Physical Sciences | |
| Chemistry Degree | - |
| Psychology | |
| Psychology Degree | 13 |
| Public Administration and Social Services | |
| Social Work Degree | 13 |
| Recreation and Fitness Studies | |
| Sport and Fitness Administration, Management Degree | 7 |
| Security and Protective Services | |
| Criminal Justice Degree | 19 |
| Social Sciences | |
| Political Science Degree | 1 |
| Sociology Degree | 12 |
| Visual and Performing Arts | |
| Drama Degree | 2 |
| Music Degree | 8 |
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 1,082 Undergraduate: 1,082
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 595 Female: 487
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 595 Female: 487
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 1,078 Part-Time: 4
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 1,078 Part-Time: 4
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 2 | 0.2% |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | 1,057 | 98% |
| Asian | 1 | 0.09% |
| Hispanic | 4 | 0.4% |
| White | 9 | 0.8% |
| Unknown | 9 | 0.8% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Ages 18-19 | 423 | 39% |
| Ages 20-21 | 356 | 33% |
| Ages 22-24 | 200 | 18% |
| Ages 25-29 | 57 | 5% |
| Ages 30-34 | 14 | 1% |
| Ages 35-39 | 8 | 0.7% |
| Ages 40-49 | 16 | 1% |
| Ages 50-65 | 8 | 0.7% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 212 | 193 | 19 |
| Faculty Status | 60 | 50 | 10 |
| Tenured Faculty | 7 | 7 | - |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 62 | 52 | 10 |
| Primarily Instruction | 62 | 52 | 10 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 31 | 31 | - |
| Other Professionals | 69 | 66 | 3 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 50 | 44 | 6 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 16 | 16 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 30 | 24 | 6 |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $49,630 (47) | $50,690 (22) | $48,697 (25) |
| Professor | $66,611 (6) | $59,861 (3) | $73,360 (3) |
| Associate Professor | $50,244 (9) | $55,065 (4) | $46,388 (5) |
| Assistant Professor | $46,928 (23) | $47,630 (10) | $46,388 (13) |
| Instructor | $44,600 (9) | $47,806 (5) | $40,592 (4) |
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $60,075 (5) | $58,005 (4) | $68,355 (1) |
| Professor | $66,250 (2) | $64,145 (1) | $68,355 (1) |
| Assistant Professor | $49,875 (1) | $49,875 (1) | - (-) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $49,584 (52) | $50,193 (26) | $48,975 (26) |
| Professor | $63,509 (8) | $58,017 (4) | $69,002 (4) |
| Associate Professor | $50,244 (9) | $55,065 (4) | $46,388 (5) |
| Assistant Professor | $46,673 (24) | $47,010 (11) | $46,388 (13) |
| Instructor | $44,600 (9) | $47,806 (5) | $40,592 (4) |
Overall Athletic Team Information
- Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (Ncaa)
| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athlete Student Aid | |||
| Total Aid | $807,483 | $541,606 | $265,877 |
| Ratio (%) | 100% | 67% | 33% |
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 164 | 94 | 70 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 146 | 79 | 67 |
| Basketball | 32 | 19 | 13 |
| All Track Combined | 37 | 19 | 18 |
| Football | 51 | 51 | - |
| Golf | 5 | 5 | - |
| Softball | 11 | - | 11 |
| Tennis | 7 | - | 7 |
| Volleyball | 11 | - | 11 |
| Bowling | 10 | - | 10 |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $31,517 | $18,346 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $20,622 | $18,000 |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Basketball | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| All Track Combined | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Football | 7 | 7 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 6 | 6 | - |
| Golf | 1 | 1 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Softball | 1 | - | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Tennis | 1 | - | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Volleyball | 1 | - | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Bowling | 1 | - | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 51%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 25%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 28% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 22% |
| Female | 33% |
| By Race | |
| Black | 28% |
| Hispanic | - |
| White | - |
| Unknown | - |
| By Years Prior to Graduation | |
| 4 Years or Less | 11% |
| 5 Years | 21% |
| 6 Years | 28% |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Aggravated Assault | 3 | 1 |
| Burglary | 35 | 25 |
| On Campus | ||
| Robbery | - | 1 |
| Aggravated Assault | 5 | 1 |
| Burglary | 45 | 30 |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009