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Mercyhurst College

501 E 38th St, Erie, PA 16546

Overview

  • OPEID/FAFSA College Code: 00329700
  • President: Thomas J. Gamble, Phd
  • Fax: (814) 824-2300
  • Type: Private Not-For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
  • Calendar System: Trimester
  • Highest Degree: Master's
  • Local Area: Midsized City
  • Student Enrollment: 4,388
  • College Mascot: Lakers

Mercyhurst College

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Student Services Offered

  • Remedial Services
  • Academic or Career Counseling Services
  • Employment Services
  • Placement Assistance For Graduates

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning
  • Study Abroad
  • Weekend / Evening Classes Available
  • Teaching K-12 Certification Offered

    • - Can Complete Preparation With Specialization

    - State Approved for Certification

  • ROTC

    • - Army

Religious Affiliation

  • Roman Catholic

Website:

www.mercyhurst.edu

Mission Statement

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Accreditation

  • Middle States Commission on Higher Education

Facilities and Programs Offered

  • Library Available

College Carnegie Classifications

  • Basic Classification
    • - Masters Colleges and Universities (Smaller Programs)
  • Undergraduate Classification
    • - Balanced Arts & Sciences/Professions, Some Graduate Coexistence
  • Graduate Classification
    • - Postbaccalaureate with Arts & Sciences (Education Dominant)
  • Undergraduate Profile Classification
    • - Full-Time Four-Year, Selective, Lower Transfer-In
  • Enrollment Classification
    • - Very High Undergraduate
  • Size Classification
    • - Medium Four-Year, Highly Residential
*Not all of the programs above may be offered

Degrees & Programs

Awarded Student Degrees and Programs

The following is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered. The table below details the number of degrees or certificates that were awarded in the 2010-11 school year to graduates broken down by degree or major type. Please contact Mercyhurst College directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.

Biological and Biomedical Sciences

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Biochemistry Degree--6-
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Biology Degree--24-
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Business and Marketing Studies

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Accounting Degree1-15-
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Business Administration Degree-1894-
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Commerce Degree----
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Fashion Merchandising Degree--6-
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Finance Degree----
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Hospitality Administration and Management Degree11221-
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International Business Degree--12-
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Office Management Degree-3--
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Organizational Leadership Degree2--27
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Communications and Journalism

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Communications Degree--17-
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Computer and Information Sciences

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Computer Degree-615-
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Education

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Art Teacher Education Degree--6-
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Biology Teacher Education Degree--2-
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Business Teacher Education Degree1-1-
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Chemistry Teacher Education Degree----
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Early Childhood Education Degree-78-
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Elementary Education Degree--14-
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Elementary Special Education Programs Degree--17-
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English and Language Arts Teacher Education Degree--2-
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Family and Consumer Sciences Teacher Education Degree----
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Foreign Language Teacher Education Degree----
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Mathematics Teacher Education Degree----
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Music Teacher Education Degree--7-
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Science Teacher Education Degree----
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Secondary Education Degree---6
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Social Studies Teacher Education Degree1-5-
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Special Education Teaching Degree8--44
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Engineering Technology

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Computer Systems Technology Degree----
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English Language and Literature

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English Language and Literature Degree--9-
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Family and Consumer Sciences

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Family and Consumer Sciences Degree--4-
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Human Development and Family Studies Degree--3-
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Foreign Languages and Literature

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Foreign Languages and Literatures Degree----
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Spanish Language and Literature Degree--1-
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Health and Clinical Professions

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Art Therapy Degree--12-
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Clinical Laboratory Technician Degree-6--
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Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other Degree----
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Health Services Degree--31-
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Licensed Practical Nurse Degree78---
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Medical Insurance Coding Degree----
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Medical Office Assistant Degree----
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Medical Transcription Degree----
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Nursing Degree-1046-
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Occupational Therapist Assistant Degree-7--
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Physical Therapist Assistant Degree-27--
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Respiratory Care Therapy Degree-4--
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History

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History Degree--15-
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Interdisciplinary Studies

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Global Studies Degree25-3718
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Interdisciplinary Studies Degree--5-
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Interdisciplinary Studies, Other Degree1-12-
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Liberal Arts and Sciences

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Liberal Arts Degree-3317-
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Mathematics and Statistics

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Mathematics Degree--2-
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Personal and Culinary Services

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Culinary Arts Degree----
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Philosophy and Religious Studies

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Philosophy Degree--1-
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Religious Studies Degree--3-
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Physical Sciences

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Chemistry Degree--4-
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Geology and Earth Science Degree--4-
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Psychology

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Psychology Degree--9-
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Public Administration and Social Services

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Social Work Degree--7-
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Security and Protective Services

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Criminal Justice Degree1013541-
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Forensic Science Degree--15-
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Law Enforcement Administration Degree---9
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Social Sciences

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Anthropology Degree--141
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Physical Anthropology Degree---7
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Political Science Degree--11-
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Sociology Degree--3-
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Theology and Religious Vocations

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Religious Education Degree----
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Visual and Performing Arts

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Dance Degree--9-
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Fine Studio Arts Degree2-3-
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Graphic Design Degree--13-
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Interior Design Degree--9-
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Music Degree--5-
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Admissions

Disclaimer

The admissions information is provided for informational purposes only and does not represent current or future admissions policy.

Admissions Quick Facts

Admissions Summary

Prospective students should view the admission and application details below to get a better idea of the candidates Mercyhurst College accepts. Some of the details provided may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, a range of SAT/ACT scores of accepted students, as well as any college credits that may be accepted. This information can be used to get a better idea of your chances of getting into Mercyhurst College.

Also, make sure to visit the admissions office webpage (http://www.mercyhurst.edu), where you can learn more about any additional application requirements and deadlines.

The Mercyhurst College admissions office phone number is (814) 824-2202. This is the last updated number we have on file, please contact us if incorrect.

You can also apply online here: http://apply.mercyhurst.edu

Admissions Links

Application Fees

  • Undergraduate Application Fee: $30.00 Fall 2011
  • Graduate Application Fee: $30.00 Fall 2011

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credit
  • Life Experience Credit
  • AP Credit

Considerations for Admission

  • High School or Secondary School GPA
    • - Required
  • High School or Secondary School Rank
    • - Required
  • High School or Secondary School Record
    • - Required
  • College Preparatory Program Completion
    • - Recommended
  • Recommendation Consideration
    • - Required
  • Formal Demonstration of Competencies
    • - Recommended
  • Admission Test Scores (SAT ®, ACT ®, ...)
    • - Required
  • TOEFL
    • - Required

Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2011

 MaleFemaleTotal
Number of Applicants1,2971,6682,965
Number Granted Admission (%)956 (74%)1,304 (78%)2,260 (76%)
Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%)296 (31%)381 (29%)677 (30%)

Enrolled Students Submitting Test Scores Fall 2011

 NumberPercent (%)
SAT ® Exam50274%
ACT ® Exam28141%

SAT Scores for Accepted Students Fall 2011

 25th Percentile75th Percentile
SAT ® Critical Reading470580
SAT ® Math480590
SAT ® Writing460570

ACT Scores for Accepted Students Fall 2011

 25th Percentile75th Percentile
ACT ® Composite2126
ACT ® English2026
ACT ® Math1926

Enrollment Data

Overall Student Enrollment

  • Total Student Enrollment: 4,388

    • - Undergraduate: 4,013

    - Graduate: 375

Student Gender

  • Total Student Gender

    • - Male: 1,791

    - Female: 2,582

    - Ratio of Men to Women: 0.7 : 1

  • Undergraduate Gender

    • - Male: 1,648

    - Female: 2,373

    - Ratio of Men to Women: 0.7 : 1

  • Graduate Gender

    • - Male: 143

    - Female: 209

    - Ratio of Men to Women: 0.7 : 1

Student Attendance

  • Total Student Attendance

    • - Full-Time: 3,674

    - Part-Time: 699

  • Undergraduate Attendance

    • - Full-Time: 3,481

    - Part-Time: 540

  • Graduate Attendance

    • - Full-Time: 193

    - Part-Time: 159

Student Race Breakdown

 NumberPercent
Non-Resident Alien1934%
American Indian140.3%
Black2766%
Asian340.8%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander--
Hispanic932%
White3,33976%
Unknown43910%

Student Age Breakdown

 NumberPercent
Age Under 18842%
Ages 18-191,47734%
Ages 20-211,29029%
Ages 22-2463414%
Ages 25-293017%
Ages 30-341774%
Ages 35-391403%
Ages 40-492105%
Ages 50-65591%
Age Over 6510.02%

Graduation Rates

Disclaimer

The data listed below is for informational purposes only. Although graduation, transfer, and retention rates should be included in determining the performance of a school, it is only one of many factors to consider and may not provide a clear representation of the school's performance. These figures are based on a cohort or subset of students.

Graduation and Retention Rates Quick Facts

Retention Rates

The retention rate figures represent the percentage of first time students (full-time or part-time) that complete the first year and return the following year.

  • Full-Time Students: 81%
  • Part-Time Students: 50%

Overall Graduation Rates

 (%) of Entering Class
All Students62%

Graduation Rates By Gender

 (%) of Entering Class
Male61%
Female63%

Graduation Rates By Race

 (%) of Entering Class
Non-Resident Alien73%
American Indian-
Black20%
Asian67%
Hispanic74%
White63%
Unknown61%

Graduation Rates By Number of Years to Graduate

 (%) of Entering Class
4 Years or Less42%
5 Years48%
6 Years48%

Tuition & Fees

Disclaimer:

The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.

Tuition and Fees Quick Facts

Alternative Tuition Plans Offered

  • Tuition Payment Plan

    - Allows tuition to be paid in installments over an agreed upon period of time.

To get a personalized estimate for the cost of attending Mercyhurst College, visit their online calculator by clicking the following link: http://https:

Estimated Cost of Attendance or "Net Price" for Full-Time Beginning Students

The "Net Price" figures apply to undergraduate students beginning full-time enrollment who have paid the in-state/district tuition and were awarded grants or scholarships.

 2010-112009-102008-09
Average Net Price$24,284$20,483$20,945
$0 - $30,000$25,625$19,889$18,395
$30,000 - $48,000$23,044$18,688$19,428
$48,001 - $75,000$23,835$19,520$19,537
$75,001 - $110,000$25,910$19,732$21,745
More Than $110,000$25,144$18,617$22,103

Undergraduate Student Tuition, Fees, and Expenses

2011-122010-112009-10
In-District Tuition and Fees$27,657$26,346$24,351
In-State Tuition and Fees$27,657$26,346$24,351
Out of State Tuition and Fees$27,657$26,346$24,351
Books and Supplies$1,200$1,000$1,000

Undergraduate Housing Expenses

2011-122010-112009-10
On Campus
Room and Board$11,139$10,178$9,069
Other Expenses$1,750$1,750$1,600

Undergraduate Total Expenses

2011-122010-112009-10
On Campus
In-District$41,746$39,274$36,020
In-State$41,746$39,274$36,020
Out of State$41,746$39,274$36,020
Off Campus
In-District$28,857$27,346$25,351
In-State$28,857$27,346$25,351
Out of State$28,857$27,346$25,351
Off Campus with Family
In-District$28,857$27,346$25,351
In-State$28,857$27,346$25,351
Out of State$28,857$27,346$25,351

Financial Aid

Disclaimer

The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and does not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.

Financial Aid Quick Facts

Financial Aid Office Phone Number

The Mercyhurst College financial aid office phone number is (814) 824-2288. This is the most up to date contact information we have, please contact us if incorrect.

Financial Aid Office Webpage

Financial Aid Office

Financial Aid Breakdown 2010-11

 # Receiving Aid% Receiving AidAverage Amount
Any Financial Aid892100%-
Any Grant or Scholarship Aid88599%$14,990
All Federal Grants42247%$4,991
Pell Grants42047%$4,502
Other Federal Grants19422%$1,110
State/Local Grants & Scholarships32637%$3,206
Institutional Grants & Scholarships85996%$11,775
All Student Loans73983%$7,532
Federal Student Loans73582%$6,431
Other Student Loans718%$11,830

Federal Loans - Student Repayment Default Rates

This table shows the number and percentage of students who received federal student loans but had problems paying them back. A high default rate may represent a lack of quality instruction or a poor hiring climate for graduates of a school.

 200920082007
Default Rate (%)7.1%5.7%4.9%
Number in Default927157
Number in Repayment1,2841,2431,150

Housing & Meals

Campus Housing Information - Room & Board

  • Are On-Campus Board or Meal Plans Provided?:

    • - Yes, the number of meals offered are based on the maximum meal plan provided.

  • Is Living On-Campus Required?:

    • - Yes

On-Campus Dorms - Details

  • Total Dormatory Capacity: 1,990
  • Estimated Cost for On-Campus Dorm: $4,899

On-Campus Board or Meal Plans - Details

  • Estimated Board or Meal Plan Costs: $4,839
  • Number of Meals Per Week Provided: 20

Crime & Safety

Arrests Made Per Year

This table reports the number of arrests made per year that took place both on and off campus. These figures were reported by the institutions themselves and have not been subject to independent review.

 2010-112009-102008-09
On Campus
Weapons Related-1-
Drug Related-2-
Liquor Related5118
Residence Hall
Weapons Related-1-
Drug Related-2-
Liquor Related482

Criminal Offenses Per Year

This table reports the number of criminal charges per year that took place both on and off campus. These figures were reported by the institutions themselves and have not been subject to independent review.

 2010-112009-102008-09
On Campus
Forcible Rape123
Aggravated Assault3--
Burglary71621
Residence Hall
Forcible Rape121
Aggravated Assault1--
Burglary61215

Sports & Teams

Athletic Associations

  • Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

NCAA or NAIA Conferences

  • College Football Conference: Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference
  • College Basketball Conference: Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference
  • College Baseball Conference: Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference
  • College Track & Field Conference: Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference

Student Aid Amounts for Athletes

 TotalMen's TeamsWomen's Teams
Total Aid$6,062,365$3,577,617$2,484,748
Ratio (%)100%59%41%

Sports and Players Breakdown

 TotalMen's TeamsWomen's Teams
All Athletes574346228
Unduplicated Athletes570344226
Baseball3636-
Basketball311516
Field Hockey20-20
Football9595-
Golf19109
Ice Hockey502624
Lacrosse784830
Rowing502426
Soccer442321
Softball22-22
Tennis1899
Track and Field, X-Country211011
Volleyball22-22
Water Polo412318
Wrestling2727-

Coaches Salary Breakdown

 TotalMen's TeamsWomen's Teams
Head Coaches-$40,823$36,167
Assistant Coaches-$16,660$12,162

Number of Coaches Per Team

 TotalMen's TeamsWomen's Teams
All Coaches663630
Baseball33-
Head Coaches11-
Assistant Coaches22-
Basketball844
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches633
Field Hockey2-2
Head Coaches1-1
Assistant Coaches1-1
Football99-
Head Coaches11-
Assistant Coaches88-
Golf312
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches1-1
Ice Hockey844
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches633
Lacrosse633
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches422
Rowing734
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches523
Soccer633
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches422
Softball2-2
Head Coaches1-1
Assistant Coaches1-1
Tennis211
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches---
Track and Field, X-Country211
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches---
Volleyball2-2
Head Coaches1-1
Assistant Coaches1-1
Water Polo422
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches211
Wrestling22-
Head Coaches11-
Assistant Coaches11-

Faculty & Instructors

Employee Type Breakdown

 TotalFull-TimePart-Time
Total Employees746521225
Faculty Status311192119
Tenured Faculty5959-
Graduate Assistants106-106
Instruction, Research and/or Public Service311192119
Primarily Instruction311192119
Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial29281
Other Professionals21717740
Technical and/or Paraprofessional18912465
Clerical And Secretarial664818
Skilled Crafts4-4
Service and/or Maintenance391623

Full-Time Faculty Average Salary Breakdown

 TotalMaleFemale
9/10 Month Contract
All Faculty$57,894 (187)$61,068 (100)$54,245 (87)
Professor$85,883 (26)$86,638 (21)$82,710 (5)
Associate Professor$65,438 (33)$64,529 (20)$66,836 (13)
Assistant Professor$53,582 (81)$54,363 (40)$52,820 (41)
Instructor$45,001 (44)$44,634 (17)$45,232 (27)
Lecturer$37,850 (3)$31,775 (2)$50,000 (1)
11/12 Month Contract
All Faculty$49,366 (5)- (-)$49,366 (5)
Instructor$49,366 (5)- (-)$49,366 (5)
Equated 9 Month Contract
All Faculty$57,438 (192)$61,068 (100)$53,492 (92)
Professor$85,883 (26)$86,638 (21)$82,710 (5)
Associate Professor$65,438 (33)$64,529 (20)$66,836 (13)
Assistant Professor$53,582 (81)$54,363 (40)$52,820 (41)
Instructor$44,531 (49)$44,634 (17)$44,476 (32)
Lecturer$37,850 (3)$31,775 (2)$50,000 (1)
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2011: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
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