ECKERD COLLEGE

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Eckerd College

School Overview

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

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

Contacting the School

4200 54th Ave S
St Petersburg, FL 33711-4700
Main Phone: (727) 867-1166
Web Site: www.eckerd.edu

Student Body Size and Diversity

In Fall 2002, the school had 1,587 (full-time equivalent) students. In Fall 2002, 203 male students and 241 female students enrolled as first-time students (freshmen, typically). Male students comprised 45.7% of the student body, while females made up 54.3%.

Minority enrollment included African-American (3)%, Hispanic (4)%, and Asian (2)%.

School Selectivity

In the class starting in 2002, 79.2% of applicants were admitted.

Degree Levels

Bachelor's Degree

Degree Programs

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Area Cultural And Ethnic Studies

Business And Management

Computer

Computer Science

English Language And Literature

Environmental Conservation

History And Social Sciences

Humanities And Liberal Arts

Liberal Arts

Interdisciplinary Studies

Other Interdisciplinary Studies

Life Sciences

Literature And Language

Mathematics

Mathematics

Performing And Visual Arts

Philosophy And Religion

Physical Sciences

Psychology

School Accreditation

Eckerd College is accredited regionally by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges (SACSCC). The school is state accredited.

Athletics, Including Athletic Scholarships & Financial Aid

Eckerd College belongs to the following athletic conferences:

Sunshine State Conference (for basketball, baseball, and track & field).

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

Special Student Services

Academic Services

AP credits
Study abroad

Financial Flexibility

ROTC
Student employment services
Work-study (Co-op)
Career counseling
Placement services for graduates

Cost of Attending

In-State, Living On Campus:	$ 30,696
In-State, Living With Family:	$ 23,844
Out of State, Living On Campus:	$ 30,696

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.

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