ERSKINE COLLEGE AND SEMINARY
- 2 Washington St
- Due West, SC 29639
- OPEID College Code: 00343200
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- General Phone: (864) 379-2131
- President: Dr. Randy Ruble
- Type: Private Not-For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Four-One-Four Plan
- Highest Degree: Doctoral - Research
- Local Area: Rural
- Student Enrollment: 874
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Erskine College and Seminary - 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
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Teaching K-12 Certification Offered Can Complete Preparation With Specialization State Approved for Certification
- Religious Affiliation
- Reformed Presbyterian Church
- Website
- www.erskine.edu

- Mission Statement
- Erskine exists to prepare persons for responsible living, service, and ministry in both Church and society. As a community devoted to Christian commitment and excellence in learning, Erskine accomplishes its mission through undergraduate liberal arts and graduate theological education.
Accreditation
- Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Baccalaureate Colleges--Diverse Fields
- 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 Very Small Four-Year, Highly Residential
Erskine College and Seminary Campus Map
- Admission Links
- Admissions: www.erskine.edu
- Online Application: Apply Online
- Admission Fees Fall 2009
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $25.00
- Graduate Application Fee: $35.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- 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 Required
- Recommendation Consideration Required
- Admission Test Scores (SAT ®, ACT ®, ...) Required
- TOEFL Required
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2009
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 238 | 351 | 589 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 164 (69%) | 251 (72%) | 415 (70%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 83 (51%) | 99 (39%) | 182 (44%) |
Enrolled Students Submitting Test Scores Fall 2009
| Number | Percent (%) | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Exam | 145 | 80% |
| ACT ® Exam | 36 | 20% |
Enrolled Students Test Scores Fall 2009
| 25th Percentile | 75th Percentile | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Critical Reading | 470 | 580 |
| SAT ® Math | 490 | 610 |
| SAT ® Writing | - | - |
| ACT ® Composite | 23 | 27 |
| ACT ® English | - | - |
| ACT ® Math | - | - |
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 | 63% | 23% | 75% | 100% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $7,232 | $3,863 | $7,171 | $13,160 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number in Repayment | 139 | 168 | 244 |
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 | $24,645 | $23,165 | $21,680 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $24,645 | $23,165 | $21,680 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $24,645 | $23,165 | $21,680 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,500 | $1,250 | $1,250 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $8,325 | $7,961 | $7,426 |
| Other Expenses | $3,400 | $3,050 | $3,050 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $37,870 | $35,426 | $33,406 |
| In-State | $37,870 | $35,426 | $33,406 |
| Out of State | $37,870 | $35,426 | $33,406 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $26,145 | $24,415 | $22,930 |
| In-State | $26,145 | $24,415 | $22,930 |
| Out of State | $26,145 | $24,415 | $22,930 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $26,145 | $24,415 | $22,930 |
| In-State | $26,145 | $24,415 | $22,930 |
| Out of State | $26,145 | $24,415 | $22,930 |
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.
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 874 Undergraduate: 582 Graduate: 292
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 480 Female: 394
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 263 Female: 319
- Graduate Gender Male: 217 Female: 75
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 650 Part-Time: 224
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 567 Part-Time: 15
- Graduate Attendance Full-Time: 83 Part-Time: 209
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 24 | 3% |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | 105 | 12% |
| Asian | 8 | 0.9% |
| Hispanic | 8 | 0.9% |
| White | 535 | 61% |
| Unknown | 194 | 22% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 9 | 1% |
| Ages 18-19 | 268 | 31% |
| Ages 20-21 | 257 | 29% |
| Ages 22-24 | 57 | 7% |
| Ages 25-29 | 39 | 4% |
| Ages 30-34 | 35 | 4% |
| Ages 35-39 | 25 | 3% |
| Ages 40-49 | 81 | 9% |
| Ages 50-65 | 81 | 9% |
| Age Over 65 | 5 | 0.6% |
| Age Unknown | 17 | 2% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 184 | 154 | 30 |
| Faculty Status | 80 | 63 | 17 |
| Tenured Faculty | 25 | 25 | - |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 80 | 63 | 17 |
| Primarily Instruction | 80 | 63 | 17 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 39 | 36 | 3 |
| Other Professionals | 42 | 36 | 6 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 23 | 19 | 4 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 20 | 18 | 2 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 1 | 1 | - |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $55,659 (61) | $59,448 (42) | $47,283 (19) |
| Professor | $66,665 (28) | $67,958 (24) | $58,906 (4) |
| Associate Professor | $50,203 (12) | $50,225 (9) | $50,138 (3) |
| Assistant Professor | $45,114 (17) | $46,074 (8) | $44,260 (9) |
| Instructor | $39,800 (4) | $45,200 (1) | $38,000 (3) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $55,659 (61) | $59,448 (42) | $47,283 (19) |
| Professor | $66,665 (28) | $67,958 (24) | $58,906 (4) |
| Associate Professor | $50,203 (12) | $50,225 (9) | $50,138 (3) |
| Assistant Professor | $45,114 (17) | $46,074 (8) | $44,260 (9) |
| Instructor | $39,800 (4) | $45,200 (1) | $38,000 (3) |
Overall Athletic Team Information
- Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (Ncaa)
| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athlete Student Aid | |||
| Total Aid | $1,232,274 | $626,204 | $606,070 |
| Ratio (%) | 100% | 51% | 49% |
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 247 | 131 | 116 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 245 | 131 | 114 |
| Baseball | 61 | 61 | - |
| Basketball | 40 | 23 | 17 |
| Golf | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Lacrosse | 16 | - | 16 |
| Soccer | 50 | 27 | 23 |
| Softball | 24 | - | 24 |
| Tennis | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Track and Field, X-Country | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Volleyball | 13 | - | 13 |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $23,886 | $26,450 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $19,048 | - |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Baseball | 4 | 4 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 3 | 3 | - |
| Basketball | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 2 | - |
| Golf | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Lacrosse | 1 | - | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Soccer | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Softball | 1 | - | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Tennis | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Track and Field, X-Country | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Volleyball | 1 | - | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 63%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 69% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 68% |
| Female | 70% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | 100% |
| Black | 62% |
| Asian | 100% |
| Hispanic | 100% |
| White | 68% |
| Unknown | 50% |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Burglary | 3 | - |
| On Campus | ||
| Burglary | 3 | - |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009