Published
January 22, 2013
This article discusses important factors to consider when evaluating and choosing a liberal arts college.
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Private not-for-profit | 2,336 students
Denison University, located in Granville, Ohio, was founded in 1831 and is a privately supported, four-year, residential,
coeducational college of liberal arts and sciences, offering three different bachelor's degrees (B.A., B.S. B.F.A.).
Denison has more than 48 majors, concentrations and programs of study. About 2,050 full-time students represent 49 states and
30 foreign countries.
School Overview: |
Denison University
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| County | Licking County, OH | |
| Title IV Eligible | Participat | |
| Carnegie Classification | Baccalaureate Colleges--Liberal Arts | |
| Institution Level | Four or more years | |
| Institution Control | Private not-for-profit | |
| Instructional Staff Total (research/public service staff included) |
244 staff | 115 staff |
| Student Body | ||
| Total Enrollment | 2,336 students | 1,633 students |
| # Full-Time Students | 2,305 students | 1,434 students |
| # Part-Time Students | 31 students | 137 students |
| % American Indian/Alaskan | - | 1% |
| % Asian | 2% | 2% |
| % Hawaiian | - | 1% |
| % Hispanic | 4% | 3% |
| % Black | 6% | 6% |
| % White | 84% | 84% |
| % Two or more races | 4% | 2% |
| Finances and Admission | ||
| In-State Tuition Fees (2012-13) |
$42,280 | $24,462 |
| Out-State Tuition Fees (2012-13) |
$42,280 | $24,744 |
| Tuition | 34410 | |
| Percent Admitted | 50% | 64% |
| SAT Reading (25-75%) | 600-720 | 450-570 |
| SAT Math (25-75%) | 600-680 | 460-573 |
| ACT Composite (25-75%) | 27-31 | 20-25 |
School Notes:
- Founded in 1831, Denison University has a reputation for challenging academics. However, energetic, discussion-oriented classes and dedicated faculty are just part of what distinguishes Denison's programs. Take a closer look and you'll discover that Denison combines outstanding classroom experiences with opportunities to test knowledge in the real world. Denison's campus is beautiful and exceptionally well-suited for its academic mission. It features a mixture of historic and contemporary buildings, and state-of-the-art science facilities. Spanning 1,000 acres, the campus includes a 350-acre biological reserve. All buildings, academic, residential and athletic, are within walking distance of each other, which helps build a sense of community. Denison is accredited by the Commission on Institutions of the North Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools and certified by the Ohio Board of Regents to grant Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, and Bachelor of Fine Arts degrees. Denison's pre-med program is recognized by all medical schools accredited by the Association of American Medical Colleges. The Athletic Training Program is accredited by the Commission on the Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs.
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