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ACCEPTANCE RATE

60.32%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

100%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

14:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

86

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$13,455

Average 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

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Liberal Arts Degree

The liberal arts program at Shorter University prepares students for careers in marketing, sales, business, social media, graphic design, data analysis and management, computer programming, and information technology networking and support. The program focuses in a structured combination of the arts. Program courses include: biological and physical sciences, social sciences, humanities, and independently designed programs of study. Get more details below including other Georgia colleges that offer liberal arts degrees.

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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.

Career Options for Graduates

Upon completion of the Liberal Arts program at Shorter University, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:

Postsecondary Teachers, All Other

Description

All postsecondary teachers not listed separately.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, postsecondary teachers, all other employment is expected to grow at a rate of 9.3% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

  • Savannah, GA
    • Total Employment: 130
    • Average Annual Salary: $69820

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

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
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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

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