ARCADIA UNIVERSITY (Beaver College)
- 450 S Easton Rd
- Glenside, PA 19038
- OPEID College Code: 00323500
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- General Phone: (215) 572-2900
- President: Jerry Greiner
- Type: Private Not-For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Doctoral - Research
- Local Area: Large Suburb
- Student Enrollment: 3,953
- College Alias: Beaver College
- College Mascot: Scarlet Knights
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Arcadia 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
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Teaching K-12 Certification Offered Can Complete Preparation With Specialization State Approved for Certification
- Religious Affiliation
- Presbyterian Church (Usa)
- Website
- www.arcadia.edu
- Mission Statement
- Click To Read Mission Statement
Accreditation
- Middle States Commission on Higher Education
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Masters Colleges and Universities (Larger Programs)
- Undergraduate Classification Balanced Arts & Sciences/Professions, Some Graduate Coexistence
- Graduate Classification Single Doctoral (Other Field)
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Full-Time Four-Year, Selective, Lower Transfer-In
- Enrollment Classification Majority Undergraduate
- Size Classification Small Four-Year, Highly Residential
Arcadia University Campus Map
- Admission Links
- Admissions: www.arcadia.edu
- Online Application: Apply Online
- Admission Fees Fall 2009
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $30.00
- Graduate Application Fee: $50.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School GPA Recommended
- High School or Secondary School Rank Recommended
- High School or Secondary School Record Required
- College Preparatory Program Completion Required
- Recommendation Consideration Required
- Formal Demonstration of Competencies Required
- Admission Test Scores (SAT ®, ACT ®, ...) Required
- TOEFL Required
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2009
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 1,389 | 3,786 | 5,175 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 820 (59%) | 2,331 (62%) | 3,151 (61%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 150 (18%) | 384 (16%) | 534 (17%) |
Enrolled Students Submitting Test Scores Fall 2009
| Number | Percent (%) | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Exam | 496 | 94% |
| ACT ® Exam | 72 | 14% |
Enrolled Students Test Scores Fall 2009
| 25th Percentile | 75th Percentile | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Critical Reading | 510 | 610 |
| SAT ® Math | 500 | 600 |
| SAT ® Writing | 500 | 600 |
| ACT ® Composite | 21 | 27 |
| ACT ® English | 21 | 26 |
| ACT ® Math | 20 | 26 |
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: Beaver College 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% | 31% | 33% | 99% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $12,209 | $4,037 | $3,083 | $15,250 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 3.0% | 2.5% | 1.0% |
| Number in Default | 24 | 19 | 14 |
| Number in Repayment | 799 | 732 | 1,281 |
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 | $31,260 | $29,700 | $27,800 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $31,260 | $29,700 | $27,800 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $31,260 | $29,700 | $27,800 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 | $1,000 | $800 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $10,680 | $10,280 | $9,980 |
| Other Expenses | $900 | $900 | $900 |
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $16,800 | $16,500 | $16,200 |
| Other Expenses | $1,100 | $1,100 | $1,100 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $2,600 | $1,100 | $2,600 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $43,840 | $41,880 | $39,480 |
| In-State | $43,840 | $41,880 | $39,480 |
| Out of State | $43,840 | $41,880 | $39,480 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $50,160 | $48,300 | $45,900 |
| In-State | $50,160 | $48,300 | $45,900 |
| Out of State | $50,160 | $48,300 | $45,900 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $34,860 | $33,300 | $31,200 |
| In-State | $34,860 | $33,300 | $31,200 |
| Out of State | $34,860 | $33,300 | $31,200 |
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: 3,953 Undergraduate: 2,214 Graduate: 1,739
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 999 Female: 2,954
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 601 Female: 1,613
- Graduate Gender Male: 398 Female: 1,341
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 2,640 Part-Time: 1,313
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 2,011 Part-Time: 203
- Graduate Attendance Full-Time: 629 Part-Time: 1,110
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 40 | 1% |
| American Indian | 6 | 0.2% |
| Black | 397 | 10% |
| Asian | 128 | 3% |
| Hispanic | 114 | 3% |
| White | 2,865 | 72% |
| Unknown | 403 | 10% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 21 | 0.5% |
| Ages 18-19 | 863 | 22% |
| Ages 20-21 | 846 | 21% |
| Ages 22-24 | 777 | 20% |
| Ages 25-29 | 589 | 15% |
| Ages 30-34 | 222 | 6% |
| Ages 35-39 | 139 | 4% |
| Ages 40-49 | 221 | 6% |
| Ages 50-65 | 126 | 3% |
| Age Over 65 | 2 | 0.05% |
| Age Unknown | 147 | 4% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 750 | 380 | 370 |
| Faculty Status | 128 | 127 | 1 |
| Tenured Faculty | 61 | 61 | - |
| Graduate Assistants | 172 | - | 172 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 428 | 125 | 303 |
| Primarily Instruction | 424 | 125 | 299 |
| Primarily Research | 4 | - | 4 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 53 | 50 | 3 |
| Other Professionals | 160 | 125 | 35 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 109 | 80 | 29 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 83 | 69 | 14 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 24 | 10 | 14 |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $70,670 (110) | $78,250 (52) | $63,873 (58) |
| Professor | $93,920 (24) | $96,798 (15) | $89,124 (9) |
| Associate Professor | $73,547 (29) | $77,929 (18) | $66,376 (11) |
| Assistant Professor | $60,435 (53) | $66,225 (17) | $57,701 (36) |
| Instructor | $45,913 (4) | $44,253 (2) | $47,573 (2) |
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $90,001 (15) | $103,960 (7) | $77,788 (8) |
| Professor | $131,727 (1) | $131,727 (1) | - (-) |
| Associate Professor | $108,242 (1) | $108,242 (1) | - (-) |
| Assistant Professor | $85,389 (13) | $97,551 (5) | $77,788 (8) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $71,026 (125) | $79,058 (59) | $63,846 (66) |
| Professor | $94,475 (25) | $97,485 (16) | $89,124 (9) |
| Associate Professor | $74,047 (30) | $78,488 (19) | $66,376 (11) |
| Assistant Professor | $62,293 (66) | $69,314 (22) | $58,782 (44) |
| Instructor | $45,913 (4) | $44,253 (2) | $47,573 (2) |
Overall Athletic Team Information
- Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (Ncaa)
| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 228 | 89 | 139 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 218 | 86 | 132 |
| Baseball | 18 | 18 | - |
| Basketball | 24 | 15 | 9 |
| Field Hockey | 18 | - | 18 |
| Golf | 8 | 8 | - |
| Lacrosse | 17 | - | 17 |
| Soccer | 49 | 25 | 24 |
| Softball | 15 | - | 15 |
| Swimming | 32 | 11 | 21 |
| Tennis | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Volleyball | 12 | - | 12 |
| Equestrian | 13 | - | 13 |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $12,041 | $12,836 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $1,902 | $1,657 |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 40 | 16 | 24 |
| Baseball | 3 | 3 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 2 | - |
| Basketball | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Field Hockey | 3 | - | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | - | 2 |
| Golf | 1 | 1 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Lacrosse | 3 | - | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | - | 2 |
| Soccer | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Softball | 3 | - | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | - | 2 |
| Swimming | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Tennis | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Volleyball | 2 | - | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Equestrian | 2 | - | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 77%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 50%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 61% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 70% |
| Female | 58% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | 75% |
| Black | 38% |
| Asian | 60% |
| Hispanic | 70% |
| White | 63% |
| Unknown | 50% |
| By Years Prior to Graduation | |
| 4 Years or Less | 53% |
| 5 Years | 60% |
| 6 Years | 61% |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Drug Related | - | 4 |
| Liquor Related | - | 3 |
| On Campus | ||
| Drug Related | - | 4 |
| Liquor Related | - | 3 |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Forcible Rape | 1 | - |
| Robbery | 1 | - |
| Burglary | 1 | 2 |
| On Campus | ||
| Forcible Rape | 1 | - |
| Robbery | 2 | 1 |
| Burglary | 1 | 2 |
| Vehicle Theft | - | 2 |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
