ASSUMPTION COLLEGE

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Assumption College

School Overview

Assumption College has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

The school's main campus is located in a mid-size city (in Worcester, MA). The maximum program length is more than 4 years. The highest degree offered by the school is the Master's degree.

Contacting the School

500 Salisbury St
Worcester, MA 01609-1296
Main Phone: (508) 767-7000
Web Site: www.assumption.edu

Student Body Size and Diversity

In Fall 2002, the school had 2,398 (full-time equivalent) students. In Fall 2002, 239 male students and 383 female students enrolled as first-time students (freshmen, typically). Male students comprised 38.4% of the student body, while females made up 61.6%.

Minority enrollment included African-American (1)%, Hispanic (2)%, and Asian (2)%.

School Selectivity

In the class starting in 2002, 77.1% of applicants were admitted.

Verbal SAT:
Three quarters of students scored at least 490. One quarter of students scored at least 580.

Math SAT:
On the Math SAT, 75% of students scored 490 or higher. One fourth of students scored 590 or higher.

Degree Levels

Certificate, < 1 year
Associate's Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Certificate, Post-Bachelor's
Master's Degree
Certificate, Post-Master's

Degree Programs

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Area Cultural And Ethnic Studies

Area Studies

Business And Management

Communications

General Communications

Computer

Computer Science

Education

English Language And Literature

General English Language

Environmental Conservation

Natural Resources Conservation

Health Care

History And Social Sciences

Humanities And Liberal Arts

Liberal Arts

Interdisciplinary Studies

Gerontology

Law School And Legal

Law And Legal

Life Sciences

Literature And Language

Mathematics

Mathematics

Performing And Visual Arts

Philosophy And Religion

Physical Sciences

Chemistry

Psychology

School Accreditation

Assumption College reports that it is nationally accredited.

Assumption College is accredited regionally by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges Commission on Institutions of Higher Education (NEASCHE). The school is state accredited.

Athletics, Including Athletic Scholarships & Financial Aid

Assumption College belongs to the following athletic conferences:

Northeast 10 Conference (for football, basketball, baseball, and track & field).

The school offers financial aid to athletes for football, basketball, baseball, track & field, and in general.

Special Student Services

Academic Services

Accelerated programs
AP credits
Study abroad

Financial Flexibility

Student employment services
Career counseling
Placement services for graduates

Cost of Attending

In-State, Living On Campus:	$ 30,180
In-State, Living With Family:	$ 22,960
Out of State, Living On Campus:	$ 30,180

Admission Requirements

The school does not offer open admission; requirements include:

Required:

High-school GPA is required.
Secondary school rank is required.
Secondary school record is required.
Standardized test scores are required.
Recommendations are required.
The TOEFL (if applicable) is required for international students.

Neither Required Nor Recommended:

A college preparatory program is neither required nor recommended.
A demonstration of competency (such as samples of work, e.g.) is neither required nor recommended.

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