Eckerd College - Saint Petersburg, FL

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Eckerd College

School Overview

Eckerd College has a Presbyterian Church (USA) religious affiliation.

The maximum program length is more than 4 years. The highest degree offered by the school is the Bachelor's degree. Eckerd College is a private, for-profit school.

Contacting the School

4200 54th Ave S
Saint Petersburg, FL 33711-4700
Main Phone: 7278671166
Web Site: www.eckerd.edu

Student Body Size and Diversity

In Fall 2002, the school had 2,544 (full-time equivalent) students. 49.9% of students attend full-time, while 50.1% attend part-time. In Fall 2002, 217 male students and 322 female students enrolled as first-time students (freshmen, typically). Male students comprised 40.3% of the student body, while females made up 59.7%.

Minority enrollment included African-American (139)%, Hispanic (39)%, Asian (113)%, and Native American (11)%.

School Selectivity


In the class starting in 2002, 66.9% of applicants were admitted.

Verbal SAT:
Three quarters of students scored at least 510. One quarter of students scored at least 610

Math SAT:
On the Math SAT, 75% of students scored 500 or higher. One fourth of students scored 608 or higher.

Degree Levels

  • Bachelor's Degree

Degree Programs

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Area Cultural And Ethnic Studies

Business And Management Computer English Language And Literature Environmental Conservation History And Social Sciences Interdisciplinary Studies Life Sciences Literature And Language Mathematics Performing And Visual Arts Philosophy And Religion Physical Sciences Psychology

Athletics, Including Athletic Scholarships & Financial Aid

Eckerd College belongs to the following athletic conferences:

  • Sunshine State Conference (for basketball, and baseball).

The school offers financial aid to athletes for basketball, baseball, and in general

Special Student Services

Academic Services

  • AP credits
  • Credit for life experience
  • Weekend college
  • Study abroad

Financial Flexibility

  • ROTC
  • Student employment services
  • Career counseling
  • Placement services for graduates

Cost of Attending

In-State, Living On Campus:$ 41,548.00
In-State, Living With Family:$ 30,160.00
Out of State, Living On Campus:$ 41,548.00

Admission Requirements

The school does not offer open admission; requirements include:

Required:
  • High-school GPA is required.
  • Secondary school record is required.
  • Standardized test scores are required.
  • Recommendations are required.
  • The TOEFL (if applicable) is required for international students.
Recommended (but not required):
  • Secondary school rank is recommended.
  • A college preparatory program is recommended.
  • A demonstration of competency (such as samples of work, e.g.) is recommended.

School data is from the US Dept. of Education’s Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.