CAPELLA UNIVERSITY
- 225 South 6th Street, 9th Floor
- Minneapolis, MN 55402
- OPEID College Code: 03267300
- General Phone: (888) 227-3552
- University President: Christopher Cassirer
- Type: Private For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Quarter
- Highest Degree: Doctoral - Research
- Local Area: Large City
- Student Enrollment: 31,998
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Capella University is an accredited institution of higher learning that offers online education at the undergraduate and graduate degree levels including bachelor's, MBA / master's, and doctoral degrees. Capella University also offers the Education Specialist (EdS) degree, and many professional certificates for working adults who wish to upgrade their career skills.
Capella University has been internationally recognized for the quality of its online education programs. Capella has received accreditations, state approvals, certifications and many recognitions and designations.
Capella offers special resources and support programs for military veterans and their families. The university has won several "top military-friendly university" awards.
Capella University Mission Statement:
The mission of Capella University is to extend access to high quality bachelor's, master's, doctoral and certificate programs for adults who seek to maximize their personal and professional potential. This mission is fulfilled through innovative programs that are responsive to the needs of adult learners and involve active, engaging, challenging, and relevant learning experiences offered in a variety of delivery modes.
History
In 1991, former CEO of Tonka Corporation, Stephen Shank, founded Capella University. Shank felt traditional universities did not meet the needs of many working adults, and he envisioned a university that working people could attend conveniently from any location. Capella University initially offered online graduate degrees in management, education and human services. Today Capella offers 44 undergraduate and graduate degrees in 136 areas of specialization.
Academics
Courses are offered throughout the year so that students may enroll in a program at any time, to fit their busy schedule.
Capella University students may choose from a variety of degree programs including business management, health care, higher education, capital management, information technology, K-12 education, mental health, public administration, and public safety, among others.
Colleges and Schools
Capella University offers more than 40 academic degree programs with 136 specializations, through its schools, which include:
- School of Business and Technology
- School of Education
- School of Public Service Leadership
- Harold Abel School of Social and Behavioral Sciences
- School of Education
- School of Undergraduate Studies
Student Life
Students can use "Capella Mobile," an iPhone application and mobile site that works on nearly all mobile devices, to access a Course Dashboard, degree plan, Capella News, financial aid alerts, contacts and more.
Community Life
Capella University faculty and staff participate in many annual events around the country, including academic, professional and community events.
Capella University faculty and staff also provide free live webinars to working professionals. These free web seminars aim to provide strategies for career advancement to working professionals.
Capella offers and online "Community Map" so students can connect to faculty and other students in a virtual "community."
- Student Services
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Website
- www.capella.edu
- Mission Statement
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- North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Doctoral/Research Universities
- Undergraduate Classification Professions Focus, High Graduate Coexistence
- Graduate Classification Doctoral, Professional Dominant
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Higher Part-Time Four-Year
- Enrollment Classification Majority Graduate/Professional
- Size Classification Medium Four-Year, Primarily Nonresidential
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- Admission Links
- Admissions: www.capella.edu
- Admission Fees Fall 2008
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $75.00
- Graduate Application Fee: $75.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- Life Experience Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School Record Required
- TOEFL Required
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 55 | 57 | 112 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 55 (100%) | 57 (100%) | 112 (100%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 36 (65%) | 38 (67%) | 74 (66%) |
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 80%
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 80% | 20% | - | 20% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $5,076 | $1,577 | - | $558 |
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 3.3% | 2.5% | 1.5% |
| Number in Default | 231 | 169 | 114 |
| Number in Repayment | 6,860 | 6,755 | 7,508 |
| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $10,620 | $11,160 | $10,800 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $10,620 | $11,160 | $10,800 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $10,620 | $11,160 | $10,800 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,533 | $1,400 | $1,200 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $4,572 | $4,500 | $4,500 |
| Other Expenses | $420 | $450 | $450 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $420 | $450 | $450 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $12,153 | $12,560 | $12,000 |
| In-State | $12,153 | $12,560 | $12,000 |
| Out of State | $12,153 | $12,560 | $12,000 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $17,145 | $17,510 | $16,950 |
| In-State | $17,145 | $17,510 | $16,950 |
| Out of State | $17,145 | $17,510 | $16,950 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $12,573 | $13,010 | $12,450 |
| In-State | $12,573 | $13,010 | $12,450 |
| Out of State | $12,573 | $13,010 | $12,450 |
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 31,998 Undergraduate: 5,619 Graduate: 26,379
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 8,937 Female: 23,061
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 2,410 Female: 3,209
- Graduate Gender Male: 6,527 Female: 19,852
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 2,361 Part-Time: 29,637
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 906 Part-Time: 4,713
- Graduate Attendance Full-Time: 1,455 Part-Time: 24,924
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 250 | 0.8% |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | - | - |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | - | - |
| White | - | - |
| Unknown | 7,304 | 23% |
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Ages 18-19 | 4 | 0.01% |
| Ages 20-21 | 36 | 0.1% |
| Ages 22-24 | 1,221 | 4% |
| Ages 25-29 | 5,374 | 17% |
| Ages 30-34 | 5,830 | 18% |
| Ages 35-39 | 5,687 | 18% |
| Ages 40-49 | 8,417 | 26% |
| Ages 50-65 | 5,256 | 16% |
| Age Over 65 | 169 | 0.5% |
| Age Unknown | 4 | 0.01% |
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 1,476 | 1,459 | 17 |
| Faculty Status | 174 | 174 | - |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 118 | 118 | - |
| Primarily Instruction | 118 | 118 | - |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 200 | 200 | - |
| Other Professionals | 964 | 953 | 11 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 194 | 188 | 6 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 194 | 188 | 6 |
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $72,953 (118) | $77,143 (42) | $70,638 (76) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $59,690 (118) | $63,118 (42) | $57,796 (76) |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 20%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 29%
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