TEXAS WOMAN'S UNIVERSITY (TWU)
- 304 Administration Dr
- Denton, TX 76201
- OPEID College Code: 00364600
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- General Phone: (940) 898-2000
- Chancellor and President: Ann Stuart
- Type: Public, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Doctoral - Research & Professional
- Local Area: Midsized City
- Student Enrollment: 13,338
- College Alias: TWU
- College Mascot: Pioneers
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- Teaching K-12 Certification Offered Can Complete Preparation With Specialization State Approved for Certification
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- www.twu.edu

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Accreditation
- Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Doctoral/Research Universities
- Undergraduate Classification Professions Plus Arts & Sciences, High Graduate Coexistence
- Graduate Classification Doctoral, Professional Dominant
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Medium Full-Time Four-Year, Inclusive
- Enrollment Classification Majority Undergraduate
- Size Classification Medium Four-Year, Primarily Nonresidential
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- Admission Links
- Admissions: www.twu.edu
- Online Application: Apply Online
- Admission Fees Fall 2009
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $30.00
- Graduate Application Fee: $30.00
- 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 Recommended
- Formal Demonstration of Competencies Recommended
- Admission Test Scores (SAT ®, ACT ®, ...) Required
- TOEFL Required
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2009
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 175 | 2,230 | 2,405 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 143 (82%) | 1,845 (83%) | 1,988 (83%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 42 (29%) | 728 (39%) | 770 (39%) |
Enrolled Students Submitting Test Scores Fall 2009
| Number | Percent (%) | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Exam | 539 | 70% |
| ACT ® Exam | 181 | 24% |
Enrolled Students Test Scores Fall 2009
| 25th Percentile | 75th Percentile | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Critical Reading | 440 | 560 |
| SAT ® Math | 460 | 560 |
| SAT ® Writing | 430 | 560 |
| ACT ® Composite | 19 | 25 |
| ACT ® English | 18 | 25 |
| ACT ® Math | 18 | 26 |
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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: TWU Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 86%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 59% | 42% | 47% | 41% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $5,379 | $4,300 | $4,336 | $3,340 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 4.6% | 4.6% | 3.4% |
| Number in Default | 116 | 109 | 93 |
| Number in Repayment | 2,513 | 2,325 | 2,705 |
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 | $5,046 | $6,540 | $5,832 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $5,046 | $6,540 | $5,832 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $11,694 | $14,880 | $14,082 |
| Books and Supplies | $990 | $960 | $948 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $5,967 | $5,967 | $5,846 |
| Other Expenses | $2,744 | $2,692 | $2,592 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $14,747 | $16,159 | $15,218 |
| In-State | $14,747 | $16,159 | $15,218 |
| Out of State | $21,395 | $24,499 | $23,468 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $6,036 | $7,500 | $6,780 |
| In-State | $6,036 | $7,500 | $6,780 |
| Out of State | $12,684 | $15,840 | $15,030 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $6,036 | $7,500 | $6,780 |
| In-State | $6,036 | $7,500 | $6,780 |
| Out of State | $12,684 | $15,840 | $15,030 |
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: 13,338 Undergraduate: 7,837 Graduate: 5,501
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 1,320 Female: 12,018
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 655 Female: 7,182
- Graduate Gender Male: 665 Female: 4,836
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 7,446 Part-Time: 5,892
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 5,327 Part-Time: 2,510
- Graduate Attendance Full-Time: 2,119 Part-Time: 3,382
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 391 | 3% |
| American Indian | 102 | 0.8% |
| Black | 2,606 | 20% |
| Asian | 1,015 | 8% |
| Hispanic | 2,047 | 15% |
| White | 7,143 | 54% |
| Unknown | 34 | 0.3% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 142 | 1% |
| Ages 18-19 | 1,394 | 10% |
| Ages 20-21 | 1,713 | 13% |
| Ages 22-24 | 2,443 | 18% |
| Ages 25-29 | 2,559 | 19% |
| Ages 30-34 | 1,590 | 12% |
| Ages 35-39 | 1,198 | 9% |
| Ages 40-49 | 1,473 | 11% |
| Ages 50-65 | 811 | 6% |
| Age Over 65 | 15 | 0.1% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 1,616 | 1,240 | 376 |
| Faculty Status | 453 | 430 | 23 |
| Tenured Faculty | 188 | 187 | 1 |
| Graduate Assistants | 466 | - | 466 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 770 | 430 | 340 |
| Primarily Instruction | 770 | 430 | 340 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 74 | 74 | - |
| Other Professionals | 241 | 230 | 11 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 531 | 506 | 25 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 237 | 224 | 13 |
| Skilled Crafts | 45 | 45 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 134 | 131 | 3 |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $64,312 (430) | $69,449 (109) | $62,568 (321) |
| Professor | $86,625 (59) | $86,758 (31) | $86,479 (28) |
| Associate Professor | $70,973 (87) | $72,223 (23) | $70,523 (64) |
| Assistant Professor | $60,249 (109) | $62,153 (18) | $59,872 (91) |
| Instructor | $50,707 (10) | - (-) | $50,707 (10) |
| Lecturer | $46,687 (14) | $43,558 (2) | $47,209 (12) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $64,312 (430) | $69,449 (109) | $62,568 (321) |
| Professor | $86,625 (59) | $86,758 (31) | $86,479 (28) |
| Associate Professor | $70,973 (87) | $72,223 (23) | $70,523 (64) |
| Assistant Professor | $60,249 (109) | $62,153 (18) | $59,872 (91) |
| Instructor | $50,707 (10) | - (-) | $50,707 (10) |
| Lecturer | $46,687 (14) | $43,558 (2) | $47,209 (12) |
Overall Athletic Team Information
- Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (Ncaa)
| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athlete Student Aid | |||
| Total Aid | $574,015 | - | $574,015 |
| Ratio (%) | 100% | - | 100% |
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 84 | - | 84 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 83 | - | 83 |
| Basketball | 13 | - | 13 |
| Gymnastics | 18 | - | 18 |
| Soccer | 21 | - | 21 |
| Softball | 18 | - | 18 |
| Volleyball | 14 | - | 14 |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | - | $37,451 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | $16,908 |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 16 | - | 16 |
| Basketball | 3 | - | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | - | 2 |
| Gymnastics | 4 | - | 4 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 3 | - | 3 |
| Soccer | 3 | - | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | - | 2 |
| Softball | 3 | - | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | - | 2 |
| Volleyball | 3 | - | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | - | 2 |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 75%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 29%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 44% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 28% |
| Female | 44% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | 50% |
| American Indian | 33% |
| Black | 39% |
| Asian | 37% |
| Hispanic | 45% |
| White | 47% |
| Unknown | 17% |
| By Years Prior to Graduation | |
| 4 Years or Less | 22% |
| 5 Years | 36% |
| 6 Years | 44% |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Drug Related | 1 | - |
| Liquor Related | 2 | 3 |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Forcible Rape | 1 | - |
| Aggravated Assault | 1 | 2 |
| Burglary | 2 | 2 |
| On Campus | ||
| Forcible Rape | 1 | - |
| Aggravated Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Vehicle Theft | - | 2 |
| Arson | 1 | - |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009