FERRUM COLLEGE

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Ferrum College

School Overview

Ferrum College has a United Methodist religious affiliation.

The school's main campus is located in a rural area (in Ferrum, VA). The maximum program length is more than 4 years. The highest degree offered by the school is the Bachelor's degree.

Contacting the School

Rte 40 W
Ferrum, VA 24088-9000
Main Phone: (540) 365-2121
Web Site: www.ferrum.edu

Student Body Size and Diversity

In Fall 2002, the school had 929 (full-time equivalent) students. 99% of students attend full-time, while 1% attend part-time. In Fall 2002, 192 male students and 102 female students enrolled as first-time students (freshmen, typically). Male students comprised 65.3% of the student body, while females made up 34.7%.

Minority enrollment included African-American (18)%, Hispanic (1)%, and Asian (1)%.

School Selectivity

In the class starting in 2002, 73.6% of applicants were admitted.

Verbal SAT:
Three quarters of students scored at least 400. One quarter of students scored at least 500.

Math SAT:
On the Math SAT, 75% of students scored 400 or higher. One fourth of students scored 510 or higher.

Degree Levels

Bachelor's Degree

Degree Programs

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Agricultural Science

General Agriculture Science

Business And Management

Computer

Education

Vocational Teaching

English Language And Literature

General English Language

Environmental Conservation

Natural Resources Conservation

Health Care

Pre Med

History And Social Sciences

Humanities And Liberal Arts

Liberal Arts

Leisure Recreation And Fitness

Parks And Recreation

Life Sciences

Biology

Literature And Language

Mathematics

Mathematics

Performing And Visual Arts

Philosophy And Religion

Physical Sciences

Chemistry

Protective Services

Criminal Justice

Psychology

General Psychology

Public Administration And Public Service

Social Work

School Accreditation

Ferrum 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

Ferrum College belongs to the following athletic conferences:

Dixie Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (for football, basketball, baseball, and track & field).

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

Special Student Services

Academic Services

Remedial assistance
AP credits
Study abroad

Financial Flexibility

Student employment services
Career counseling
Placement services for graduates

Cost of Attending

In-State, Living On Campus:	$ 22,340
In-State, Living With Family:	$ 18,340
Out of State, Living On Campus:	$ 22,340

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.
The TOEFL (if applicable) is required for international students.

Recommended (but not required):

Recommendations are recommended.
A college preparatory program is recommended.
A demonstration of competency (such as samples of work, e.g.) is recommended.

Neither Required Nor Recommended:

Secondary school rank is neither required nor recommended.

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