SOMERSET CHRISTIAN COLLEGE
- 10 College Way
- Zarephath, NJ 08890
- OPEID College Code: 03666300
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- General Phone: (732) 356-1595 x1100
- President: David E. Schroeder
- Type: Private Not-For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Bachelor's
- Local Area: Rural Fringe
- Student Enrollment: 241
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About
Somerset Christian College, located in Zarephath, New Jersey, was founded in 2001 by Pillar of Fire International, a Christian organization. The school occupies buildings previously occupied by the Zarephath Bible Institute (1908) and Alma White College (1923) which were also founded and operated by the Pillar of Light. Somerset Christian College operates the school in the Wesleyan-Arminian tradition. The school believes in a solid education with a foundation of faith. SCC is the only accredited evangelical college in the state of New Jersey.
Academics
Somerset Christian College is accredited to award associate degrees and bachelor's degrees. The program offerings are small in number but are designed to offer a top quality education while maintaining a faith oriented environment. Though the school belongs to a specific denomination, it does not discriminate between denominations, and prepares individuals to serve their church.
Programs offered:
- Youth Ministry
- Music, Worship, and Media
- Psychology
- Marriage and Family Counseling
- Business Administration
- Communication
Admissions and Financial Aid
Students wishing to enroll at Somerset Christian College must complete and submit the application 15 days prior to the start of classes. Students must be a high school graduate or have a GED, or have completed a minimum of 15 college credits in lieu of that. Financial aid is available to eligible students. The financial aid office administers the awards and determines eligibility through the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Financial aid advice is available on the website or can be obtained through contacting the school's financial aid office.
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- Religious Affiliation
- Wesleyan
- Website
- www.somerset.edu
- Mission Statement
- Our Mission
Somerset Christian College is an undergraduate institution of higher learning, which provides a Christ-centered education to persons of diverse backgrounds and Christian traditions.
Faithful to evangelical Christianity and grounded on the authority of God's Word, programs are designed to nurture relationships with God and others, foster intellectual and character development, and equip individuals to serve God through service to humanity.
- Association for Biblical Higher Education, Commission on Accreditation
- Middle States Commission on Higher Education
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Associates--Private Not-For-Profit
- Undergraduate Classification Associates
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Higher Part-Time Two-Year
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Two-Year
- Size Classification Very Small Two-Year
- Admission Fees Fall 2009
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $35.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- Life Experience Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School Record Required
- Recommendation Consideration Required
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 39 | 44 | 83 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 25 (64%) | 8 (18%) | 33 (40%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 23 (92%) | 7 (88%) | 30 (91%) |
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 100%
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 75% | 92% | 58% | 67% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $5,378 | $2,330 | $4,683 | $1,488 |
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 7.3% | 3.4% | - |
| Number in Default | 2 | 1 | - |
| Number in Repayment | 18 | 12 | 11 |
| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $11,294 | $11,190 | $8,620 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $11,294 | $11,190 | $8,620 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $11,294 | $11,190 | $8,620 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,100 | $1,100 | $1,000 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $10,000 | $10,000 | $8,000 |
| Other Expenses | $2,000 | $1,800 | $1,800 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $2,000 | $1,800 | $1,800 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $12,394 | $12,290 | $9,620 |
| In-State | $12,394 | $12,290 | $9,620 |
| Out of State | $12,394 | $12,290 | $9,620 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $24,394 | $24,090 | $19,420 |
| In-State | $24,394 | $24,090 | $19,420 |
| Out of State | $24,394 | $24,090 | $19,420 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $14,394 | $14,090 | $11,420 |
| In-State | $14,394 | $14,090 | $11,420 |
| Out of State | $14,394 | $14,090 | $11,420 |
| Certificate | Associate | Bachelor | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business and Marketing Studies | |||
| Business Administration Degree | - | - | 2 |
| Health and Clinical Professions | |||
| Clinical Pastoral Counseling, Patient Counseling Degree | - | - | 4 |
| Theology and Religious Vocations | |||
| Biblical Studies Degree | 1 | 8 | 4 |
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 241 Undergraduate: 241
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 105 Female: 136
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 105 Female: 136
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 199 Part-Time: 42
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 199 Part-Time: 42
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | - | - |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | - | - |
| White | - | - |
| Unknown | 1 | 0.4% |
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Ages 18-19 | 14 | 6% |
| Ages 20-21 | 11 | 5% |
| Ages 22-24 | 28 | 12% |
| Ages 25-29 | 31 | 13% |
| Ages 30-34 | 32 | 13% |
| Ages 35-39 | 14 | 6% |
| Ages 40-49 | 57 | 24% |
| Ages 50-65 | 50 | 21% |
| Age Over 65 | 4 | 2% |
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 52 | 24 | 28 |
| Faculty Status | 21 | 6 | 15 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 21 | 6 | 15 |
| Primarily Instruction | 21 | 6 | 15 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 7 | 7 | - |
| Other Professionals | 11 | 10 | 1 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 13 | 1 | 12 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 13 | 1 | 12 |
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $47,988 (6) | $48,986 (5) | $43,000 (1) |
| Professor | $52,003 (3) | $52,003 (3) | - (-) |
| Associate Professor | $46,920 (1) | $46,920 (1) | - (-) |
| Assistant Professor | $42,500 (2) | $42,000 (1) | $43,000 (1) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $47,988 (6) | $48,986 (5) | $43,000 (1) |
| Professor | $52,003 (3) | $52,003 (3) | - (-) |
| Associate Professor | $46,920 (1) | $46,920 (1) | - (-) |
| Assistant Professor | $42,500 (2) | $42,000 (1) | $43,000 (1) |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 62%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 29%
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 65% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 89% |
| Female | 45% |
| By Race | |
| Black | 60% |
| Asian | - |
| White | 77% |
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