MARS HILL COLLEGE

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Mars Hill College

School Overview

Mars Hill College has a Baptist religious affiliation.

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

Contacting the School

100 Athletic St
Mars Hill, NC 28754
Main Phone: (828) 689-1307
Web Site: www.mhc.edu

Student Body Size and Diversity

In Fall 2002, the school had 1,167 (full-time equivalent) students. 98.9% of students attend full-time, while 1.1% attend part-time. In Fall 2002, 128 male students and 139 female students enrolled as first-time students (freshmen, typically). Male students comprised 47.9% of the student body, while females made up 52.1%.

Minority enrollment included African-American (11)%, Hispanic (2)%, Asian (1)%, and Native American (1)%.

School Selectivity

In the class starting in 2002, 85.1% of applicants were admitted.

Verbal SAT:
Three quarters of students scored at least 420. One quarter of students scored at least 540.

Math SAT:
On the Math SAT, 75% of students scored 420 or higher. One fourth of students scored 540 or higher.

Degree Levels

Bachelor's Degree

Degree Programs

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Business And Management

Communications

Public Relations

Computer

Computer And Information Sciences

Education

English Language And Literature

General English Language

Health Care

History And Social Sciences

Leisure Recreation And Fitness

Life Sciences

Literature And Language

Romance Language And Literature

Mathematics

Mathematics

Performing And Visual Arts

Philosophy And Religion

Religion

Physical Sciences

Chemistry

Psychology

General Psychology

Public Administration And Public Service

Social Work

Sales And Marketing

Apparel Marketing

School Accreditation

Mars Hill College reports that it is nationally accredited. Accreditation is by an agency recognized by the US Dept. of Education.

Mars Hill 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

Mars Hill College belongs to the following athletic conferences:

South Atlantic Conference (for football, basketball, baseball, and track & field).

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

Special Student Services

Academic Services

Remedial assistance
AP credits
Credit for life experience
Distance learning options
Study abroad

Financial Flexibility

Student employment services
Career counseling
Placement services for graduates

Cost of Attending

In-State, Living On Campus:	$ 22,400
In-State, Living With Family:	$ 19,000
Out of State, Living On Campus:	$ 22,400

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):

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

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