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Presbyterian College
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Presbyterian College |
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Presbyterian College
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503 S Broad St
Clinton, SC 29325 |
General information
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(864) 833-2820
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| Type of institution: |
Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above |
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| Federal Aid: |
Institution has a Program Participation Agreement with the US Department of Education for eligible students to receive Pell Grants and other federal aid.
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| Degrees offered: |
Bachelor degrees |
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| Carnegie classification: |
Baccalaureate Colleges--Arts & Sciences |
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| Number of students: |
1,180 (2007)
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| 2009-2008 Undergraduate application fee: | $ 40 |
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| Mission |
| The compelling purpose of Presbyterian College, as a church-related college, is to develop within the framework of Christian faith the mental, physical, moral, and spiritual capacities of each student in preparation for a lifetime of personal and vocational fulfillment and responsible contribution to our democratic society and the world community. |
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| About this School |
| Presbyterian College is a small liberal arts college in Clinton, South Carolina, USA. Presbyterian College, or PC, is affiliated with the Presbyterian Church USA.
Presbyterian College has around 1200 students and runs on an endowment of around $75 million. PC was founded in 1880 by William Plumer Jacobs, a Presbyterian minister who also founded The Thornwell Home and School for Boys and Girls.
The motto of PC is "Dum Vivimus Servimus" or "While we live we serve." Living into the motto of PC, students are encouraged to participate in Student Volunteer Services.
The PC mascot is the Blue Hose or a Scotsman clad in a kilt with blue stockings. PC athletics are a part of the South Atlantic Conference of NCAA's Division II (but is now transitioning to Division 1, mentioned below). PC currently has the largest bronze statue in the world, a Scotsman named Cyrus.
Presbyterian's beautiful campus has six buildings on the National Historic Registry including, Doyle Hall, Laurens Hall, Jacobs Hall, President's House, Neville Hall, and the Bell Tower located between Neville Hall and Smyth Dormitory
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| Academic year prices for full-time, first-time undergraduate students |
| Tuition and Fees | 2009-2008 | 2008-2007 | 2007-2006 |
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| In-State | $ 27,902 | $ 26,320 | $ 24,626 |
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| Out of State | $ 27,902 | $ 26,320 | $ 24,626 |
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| Books and Supplies | $ 580 | $ 1,140 | $ 1,110 |
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| On-Campus |
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| Room and board | $ 8,064 | $ 7,610 | $ 7,246 |
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| Other Expenses | $ 2,750 | $ 4,485 | $ 4,164 |
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| Off Campus |
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Financial aid 2006-2007
Financial aid to full-time, first-time undergraduate students
| Type of Aid | Percentage of students receiving aid | Average amount of aid they received |
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| Federal Grants (scholarship/fellowship) |
14% |
$ 4,079 |
| State/Local grants (scholarship/fellowship) |
58% |
$ 6,881 |
| Institutional grants (scholarship/fellowship) |
93% |
$ 13,617 |
| Loans to students |
49% |
$ 4,645 |
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End of file for Presbyterian College.
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Art + Art Studies, General | |
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Art History, Criticism and Conservation | |
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Biology + Biological Sciences, General | |
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Business + Managerial Economics | |
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Business Administration and Management, General | |
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Chemistry, General | |
A general program that focuses on the scientific study of the composition and behavior of matter, including its micro- and macro-structure, the processes of chemical change, and the theoretical description and laboratory simulation of these phenomena. |
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Computer Science | |
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Drama and Dramatics + Theatre Arts, General | |
A program that focuses on the general study of dramatic works and their performance. Includes instruction in major works of dramatic literature, dramatic styles and types, and the principles of organizing and producing full live or filmed productions. |
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Bachelor degree
Early Childhood Education and Teaching | |
A program that prepares individuals to teach students ranging in age from infancy through eight years (grade three), depending on the school system or state regulations. Includes preparation to teach all relevant subject matter. |
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Bachelor degree
Economics, General | |
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Education, General | |
A program that focuses on the general theory and practice of learning and teaching; the basic principles of educational psychology; the art of teaching; the planning and administration of educational activities; school safety and health issues; and the social foundations of education. |
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Bachelor degree
Elementary Education and Teaching | |
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Bachelor degree
English Language and Literature, General | |
A general program that focuses on the English language, including its history, structure and related communications skills; and the literature and culture of English-speaking peoples. |
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Bachelor degree
Fine Arts and Art Studies, Other | |
Any instructional program in fine arts and art studies not listed in the Fine Arts and Art Studies, General category. |
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Bachelor degree
Foreign Languages and Literatures, General | |
A general program that focuses on one or more modern foreign languages that is not specific as to the name of the language(s) studied; that is otherwise undifferentiated; or that introduces students to language studies at the basic/elementary level. |
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Bachelor degree
French Language and Literature | |
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German Language and Literature | |
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History, General | |
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Bachelor degree
Junior High + Intermediate + Middle School Education and Teaching | |
A program that prepares individuals to teach students in the middle, intermediate or junior high grades, which may include grades four through nine by regulation. |
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Bachelor degree
Mathematics, General | |
A general program that focuses on the analysis of quantities, magnitudes, forms, and their relationships, using symbolic logic and language. Includes instruction in algebra, calculus, functional analysis, geometry, number theory, logic, topology and other mathematical specializations. |
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Bachelor degree
Music Performance, General | |
A program that generally prepares individuals to master musical instruments and performing art as solo and/or ensemble performers. Includes instruction on one or more specific instruments from various instrumental groupings. |
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Bachelor degree
Music Teacher Education | |
A program that prepares individuals to teach music and music appreciation programs at various educational levels. |
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Bachelor degree
Music, General | |
A general program that focuses on the introductory study and appreciation of music and the performing arts. Includes instruction in music, dance, and other performing arts media. |
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Bachelor degree
Philosophy | |
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Bachelor degree
Physics, General | |
A general program that focuses on the scientific study of matter and energy, and the formulation and testing of the laws governing the behavior of the matter-energy continuum. Includes instruction in classical and modern physics, electricity and magnetism, thermodynamics, mechanics, wave properties,... |
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Bachelor degree
Physics, Other | |
Any instructional program in physics not listed in the Physics, General category. |
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Bachelor degree
Political Science and Government, General | |
A general program that focuses on the systematic study of political institutions and behavior. Includes instruction in political philosophy, political theory, comparative government and politics, political parties and interest groups, public opinion, political research methods, studies of the government... |
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Bachelor degree
Psychology, General | |
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Bachelor degree
Religion + Religious Studies | |
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Bachelor degree
Religious + Sacred Music | |
A program that focuses on the history, theory, composition, and performance of music for religious or sacred purposes, and that prepares individuals for religious musical vocations such as choir directors, Cantors, organists, and chanters. |
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Social Sciences, General | |
A program that focuses on the general study of human social behavior and social institutions using any of the methodologies common to the social sciences and/or history, or an undifferentiated program of study in the social sciences. |
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Bachelor degree
Social Studies Teacher Education | |
A program that prepares individuals to teach general social studies programs at various educational levels. |
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Bachelor degree
Sociology | |
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Spanish Language and Literature | |
A program that focuses on the Spanish language and related dialects. Includes instruction in Spanish philology, Modern Castillan, various Latin American dialects, regional Spanish dialects, and applications in business, science/technology, and other settings. |
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Special Education and Teaching, General | |
A general program that focuses on the design and provision of teaching and other educational services to children or adults with special learning needs or disabilities, and that may prepare individuals to function as special education teachers. Includes instruction in diagnosing learning disabilities,... |
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