Feature | Note |
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Main telephone | 618-537-4481 |
Feature | Note |
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Public or private | Private |
Type of school | University |
Denomination | Methodist |
Date founded | 1828 |
Degrees offered | Associate, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctorate, Other advanced degrees |
School accreditation | North Central Association of Colleges and Schools |
Setting | Suburban (within commuting distance of a large city) |
Closest major metropolitan area | St. Louis, MO; Belleville, IL |
Campus size | 235 acres |
County | Saint Clair |
Feature | Note |
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Number of full time, freshmen men | 145 |
Number of full time, freshmen women | 123 |
Total number of full time freshmen | 268 |
Number of full time, undergraduate men | 654 |
Number of full time, undergraduate women | 603 |
Total number of full time undergraduates | 1,257 |
Number of part time, undergraduate men | 67 |
Number of part time, undergraduate women | 119 |
Total number of part time undergraduates | 186 |
Total number of undergraduate males | 721 |
Total number of undergraduate females | 722 |
Total number of undergraduate students | 1,443 |
Number of male graduate students | 222 |
Number of female graduate students | 574 |
Total number of graduate students | 796 |
Total number of male undergraduate and graduate students | 943 |
Total number of female undergraduate and graduate students | 1,296 |
Total enrollment | 2,239 |
American Indian/Alaskan Native | Less than 1% |
Asian | Less than 1% |
Black | 11% |
Hispanic | 6% |
White | 60% |
Race/ethnicity unknown | 10% |
These figures reflect responses of people who chose to indicate their racial-ethnic background. All categories except Hispanic represent non-Hispanic students. International students are not included in these figures so they may not add up to 100 percent. | |
Percentage of students from out of state | 34% |
Number of states and territories represented | 43 |
Percentage of students from outside the US | 4% |
Number of countries represented | 43 |
Percentage of students 25 or older | 19% |
Feature | Note |
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Tuition year | 2022-2023 |
In-state tuition | $32,020 |
Out-of-state tuition | $32,020 |
Fees | $1,410 |
Books and supplies | $1,000 |
Room and board (live on campus)* | $11,080 |
* Room and board costs may vary by housing facility and number of meals in meal plan | |
Campus/location | Yes |
Class load (number of credits taken) | Yes |
Deferment plan (you can pay part of your tuition at the start of the term and the rest at the end of the term) | Yes |
Installment plan (you can pay tuition in several payments over the course of the term) | Yes |
School employees and their children | Yes |
Undergraduate costs are for ... | (Costs are for the 2022-2023 academic year.) |
Feature | Note |
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Financial aid contact person | Paula Carpenter |
Financial aid contact title | Director of Financial Aid |
Financial aid contact e-mail | |
Financial aid phone | 618-537-6532 |
Financial aid office website | Find more information on this website |
Scholarship list website | Find more information on this website |
Submit these forms | FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) |
School year financial aid data is from | 2021-2022 |
Average financial aid package awarded to freshmen | $27,727 |
For freshmen, percentage of need* met by aid package | 80% |
Average amount of financial aid awarded to freshmen | |
Loan | $3,041 |
Scholarship or grant | $24,749 |
Average financial aid package awarded to undergraduates (including freshmen) | $25,295 |
For all undergraduates, percentage of need* met by aid package | 75% |
Average amount of financial aid awarded to undergraduates | |
Loan | $4,001 |
Scholarship or grant | $21,824 |
Work study | $1,700 |
* "Need" as defined for financial aid results from a formula based on a student's situation. The formula considers family and student income, family size, unusual expenses, and the school's costs. | |
Number of freshmen who applied for aid | 270 |
Number of freshmen who received aid | 194 |
Number of undergraduates who applied for aid | 1,252 |
Number of undergraduates who received aid | 879 |
Percentage of students who took out loans to pay for school | 65% |
Average student loan debt for last graduating class | $25,766 |
Loans | |
Federal PLUS loans (for parents) | Yes |
Federal Direct Stafford loans (subsidized) | Yes |
Federal Direct Stafford loans (unsubsidized) | Yes |
Need-based scholarships and grants | |
Federal Pell Grants | Yes |
Federal Supplemental Education Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) | Yes |
Privately-sponsored scholarships and grants | Yes |
State-sponsored scholarships and grants | Yes |
Merit-based scholarships and grants | |
School-sponsored scholarships in academics | Yes |
School-sponsored scholarships in art | Yes |
School-sponsored scholarships in special achievements | Yes |
School-sponsored scholarships for special characteristics | Yes |
Student employment | |
Work study | Yes |
Non-proprietary financial aid data are from ... | (Financial aid data are for the 2021-2022 academic year.) |
Feature | Note |
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Admissions contact person | Josie Blasdel |
Admissions contact title | Director of Undergraduate Admission |
Admissions contact e-mail | |
Admissions phone (local) | 800-232-7228 |
Electronic application website | Find more information on this website |
For incoming students | Moderately difficult (about 85% of all applicants accepted) |
Number of male applicants | 906 |
Number of male applicants accepted | 700 |
Number of female applicants | 859 |
Number of female applicants accepted | 671 |
Total number of applicants | 1,765 |
Total number of applicants accepted | 1,371 |
High school education | High school diploma required and GED accepted. |
Fall* application deadline | Continuous |
Notification date for fall admission applicants | Continuous |
Fall transfer application deadline | Continuous |
Notification date for fall transfer applicants | Continuous |
* Application dates for winter, spring, or summer term admission are likely to be different. | |
Online application available | Find more information on this website |
High school GPA | Very important |
Difficulty of high school courses | Very important |
Standardized test scores | Important |
High school class rank | Important |
Recommendations | Important |
Application essay | Considered |
Character/personal qualities | Not considered |
Interview | Considered |
Talent or ability | Considered |
Extracurricular activities | Considered |
Level of applicant's interest | Considered |
Religious affiliation/commitment | Not considered |
Work experience | Considered |
Related to a school graduate | Considered |
First generation college student | Not considered |
Racial/ethnic group | Not considered |
Accepted students can defer admission for a period of time | Yes |
College-Level Examination Program (CLEP) general | Yes |
College-Level Examination Program (CLEP) subject | Yes |
Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support (DANTES) | Yes |
Age limit on courses to be transferred | 10 years |
Average GPA (on 4.0 scale) | 3.38 |
Percentage in top 50% of their high school class | 66% |
Percentage in top 25% | 33% |
Percentage in top 10% | 12% |
Percentage of freshmen who returned for their sophomore year | 73% |
Percentage of full-time students who complete their bachelor's degree: | |
In four years or less | 40% |
Between four and five years | 11% |
Feature | Note |
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Associate | Yes |
Bachelor's | Yes |
Master's | Yes |
Doctorate | Yes |
Other advanced degrees | Yes |
Academic calendar | Semesters |
Number of faculty on campus | 97 |
Student faculty ratio | 15:1 |
Required number of credits for an associate degree | 68 credit hours |
Required number of credits for a bachelor's degree | 120 credit hours |
All students must meet: | |
Computer course requirements | Yes |
Core curriculum or school-wide requirements | Yes |
Internship requirement | Depends on major |
Math or science requirement | Yes |
Senior project requirement | Depends on major |
Evenings | Yes |
On-line/distance learning | Yes |
Part time | Yes |
Summer school | Yes |
Accelerated degree | Yes |
Double major | Yes |
Freshman honors college | Yes |
Graduate courses open to undergraduates | Yes |
Honors program | Yes |
Student-designed major | Yes |
3-2 degree programs (three-year bachelor's degree and two-year master's degree) are available | Yes |
Business | Yes |
Other | Exercise Science and Athletic Training |
Domestic exchange available | Yes |
Study abroad available | Yes |
Army ROTC | Yes |
Air Force ROTC | Yes |
Advanced Placement | Yes |
Cooperative education | Yes |
External degree program (earn credits through options that require little or no classroom attendance) | Yes |
Independent study | Yes |
Internships | Yes |
Computers on campus for student use | Yes (380) |
Computer lab available to students | Yes |
Computer network can be accessed from dorm rooms | Yes |
Computer network can be accessed from off campus | Yes |
Online registration for classes | Yes |
Main library name | Holman Library |
Feature | Note |
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National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) | Yes |
Feature | Note |
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Choral groups | Yes |
Drama or theater groups | Yes |
Marching band | Yes |
Newspaper | Yes |
Radio station | Yes |
National or local fraternities | Yes |
National or local sororities | Yes |
Number of student clubs and associations with open membership | 60 |
Largest clubs and organizations on campus | Center for Public Service, Wonders of Wellness, Campus Ministries, APO, Debate |
Feature | Note |
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Percentage of students who live on campus | 73% |
School owns or operates housing | Yes |
Highest year that students are required to live on campus | Not required |
Housing availability for first year students | Guaranteed |
Housing options | Co-ed |
Housing is available for students with disabilities | Yes |
Dorms require a key or code to enter | Yes |
Feature | Note |
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Remedial education courses | Yes |
Health clinic | Yes |
Psychological counseling | Yes |
Orientation | Yes |
Housing | Yes |
Services for students with learning disabilities | Yes |
24-hour emergency phone and alarms on campus | Yes |
Campus patrolled by trained security personnel | Yes |
Late night transport service | Yes |
Feature | Note |
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Had a full-time job offer within six months of graduation | 52% |
Went directly to graduate or professional school | 43% |
Was counseled by the career services office | 52% |
Alumni networking and mentoring | Yes |
Career counseling | Yes |
Career interest testing | Yes |
Career library | Yes |
Job bank | Yes |
Job fairs | Yes |
Job interviews | Yes |
Job interview preparation | Yes |
On campus recruitment by employers | Yes |
Placement assistance | Yes |
Résumé preparation assistance | Yes |
Résumé referral to employers | Yes |
Other career services | Graduate school assistance, internships |
Feature | Note |
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Grad admissions contact person | Sabrina Storner |
Grad admissions contact title | Director of Graduate Admission |
Grad admissions contact e-mail address | |
Grad admissions contact phone (local) | 800-232-7228 |
Number of full time, male graduate students | 68 |
Number of full time, female graduate students | 137 |
Total number of full time graduate students | 205 |
Number of part time, male graduate students | 154 |
Number of part time, female graduate students | 437 |
Total number of part time graduate students | 591 |
Total number of male graduate students | 222 |
Total number of female graduate students | 574 |
Total number of graduate students | 796 |
Number of undergraduate men | 721 |
Number of undergraduate women | 722 |
Total number of undergraduate students | 1,443 |
Total number of male undergraduate and graduate students | 943 |
Total number of female undergraduate and graduate students | 1,296 |
Total enrollment | 2,239 |
Tuition year | 2022-2023 |
In-state tuition* | $9,450 |
Out-of-state tuition* | $9,450 |
* Tuition may vary by program | |
Graduate costs are for ... | (Costs are for the 2022-2023 academic year.) |