Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 001591
- Phone: (803) 348-3801
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
60.32%FINANCIAL AID RATE
100%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
14:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
86FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$13,455Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
School Map
Shorter University (Shorter)
3219 College Street, Savannah, GA
Shorter provides a variety of degree programs for students to aid them in their growth and development. The school is located in Rome, Georgia and operated as a private institution. The school maintains a Baptist affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Enrollment at Shorter exceeds a thousand annually.
Here is a list of some of the popular programs Shorter offers:
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Education
- Biological And Biomedical Sciences
- Recreation And Fitness Studies
- Liberal Arts And Sciences
The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, school records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions committee. Either the SAT or ACT exam can be taken to apply to Shorter University. Scores in a range of 18 - 24 on the ACT or 1260 - 1630 on the SAT are needed to greatly increase your chances for admission. Shorter University admits about 60 percent of applicants yearly. Of those students admitted, around 32 percent of students registered for enrollment.
The cost of tuition is approximately $20,000, but may change per year. Students are encouraged to use the school's tuition calculator to better estimate their personal tuition costs. Student housing is available for students, which costs approximately $5,100 annually. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the required requirements by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.
This school has a variety of athletic programs overseen by the NAIA. Sports available may include:
- Baseball (NAIA Division I)
- Basketball (NAIA Division I)
- Football (NAIA Division I)
- Golf (NAIA Division I)
- Lacrosse (NAIA Division I)
Students may visit the Shorter University website to obtain a complete list of areas of study, student services, and more that is available at this school.
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may provide a better idea of the candidates Shorter accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
The total student enrollment at Shorter University is about 1,500, with undergraduate students making up about 93% of the total student population and graduate students making up the rest.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition estimates are between $22,000-$26,000 for both state residents and nonresidents
- Per unit charges are around $610 for part time students
Financial Aid Details
The table listed below helps break down the types of financial aid students receive and the percent receiving aid, as well as the average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 100% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 99% | $14,124 |
Receiving Student Loans | 72% | $6,760 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and alumni, Shorter University may offer services to students like those listed below:- Distance learning
- Remedial courses
- Counseling assistance
- Student employment
- Assisting students to find work
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Music Program
- * Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation (since 1934)
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- * Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (since 2012)
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- * Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (since 2012)
Intercollegiate Athletics
Shorter is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division II with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Gulf South Conference)
- Basketball (Gulf South Conference)
- Track and Field (Gulf South Conference)
- Football (Gulf South Conference)
- Golf
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Volleyball
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Shorter University by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
Education
English Language and Literature
- English (B)
Foreign Languages and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (B)
History
- History (B)
Interdisciplinary Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- General Studies (A)
- Liberal Arts (B)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Philosophy and Religious Studies
Physical Sciences
- Chemistry (B)
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
Public Administration and Social Services
- Human Services (B)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Security and Protective Services
- Criminal Justice (B)
Social Sciences
Theology and Religious Vocations
Visual and Performing Arts
Other 4-Year Private Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Shorter University.
- Berry College in Augusta, GA (2 miles away)
- Reinhardt University in Atlanta, GA (36 miles away)
- Covenant College in Rome, GA (50 miles away)
- Oglethorpe University in Clarkesville, GA (56 miles away)
- Morehouse College in Macon, GA (57 miles away)
See a list of all the colleges and universities by clicking on one of the links below:
- Visit the main Georgia colleges & universities profile page
- Browse our list of private colleges in Georgia
- Find out what other Bible and Christian Colleges are located in Georgia
Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 001591
- Phone: (803) 348-3801
- School Homepage