Published
January 22, 2013
This article discusses important factors to consider when evaluating and choosing a liberal arts college.
6081 College Lane, , ND 58405
Established in 1883, University of Jamestown is a private, liberal arts four-year university. University of Jamestown is accredited by several major regional and national accrediting organizations, but our striving for academic excellence far exceeds the minimum standards. University of Jamestown alumni have distinguished themselves through their excellent records in graduate and professional schools, as well as in a variety of careers.
School Overview: | University of Jamestown | |
| County | Stutsman County, ND | |
| Title IV Eligible | Yes | |
| Carnegie Classification | Other | |
| Institution Level | 4 or more years | |
| Institution Control | Private, non-profit | |
| Instructional Staff Total (research/public service staff included) | 68 staff | 115 staff |
| Student Body | ||
| Total Enrollment | 892 students | 1,633 students |
| # Full-Time Students | 873 students | 1,434 students |
| # Part-Time Students | 19 students | 137 students |
| # Undergraduate Students | 886 students | 1,507 students |
| # Graduate Students | 6 students | 129 students |
| % American Indian/Alaskan | 2% | 1% |
| % Asian | 1% | 2% |
| % Hawaiian | 1% | 1% |
| % Hispanic | 2% | 3% |
| % Black | 1% | 6% |
| % White | 93% | 84% |
| % Two or more races | - | 2% |
| Finances and Admission | ||
| In-State Tuition Fees (2012-13) | $18,650 | $24,462 |
| Out-State Tuition Fees (2012-13) | $18,650 | $24,744 |
| Percent Admitted | 56% | 64% |
| SAT Reading (25-75%) | 390-510 | 450-570 |
| SAT Math (25-75%) | 420-550 | 460-573 |
| ACT English (25-75%) | 17-25 | 19-25 |
| ACT Math (25-75%) | 19-25 | 18-25 |
| ACT Composite (25-75%) | 20-24 | 20-25 |
School Notes:
- A liberal arts education at University of Jamestown will teach you how to think, not what to think. Your education is designed to develop your communication and reasoning abilities to their fullest potential. As a student you will be exposed to a broad spectrum of human knowledge, ensuring not only your in-depth knowledge of your major field of study but also your contact with varied subjects and ways of thinking to spark your curiosity.
- We have over 40 areas of academic and pre-professional studies. Double major options are available to combine areas of interest and with the assistance of an adviser, an individually designed major can be approved for students with varied interests.
- University of Jamestown is more than a place for higher learning. It is also where you will meet the friends you'll treasure for the rest of your life. It is a place where the professors will challenge you to think for yourself and learn to look at situations in a whole new light. It is a place you will begin to find success.
- Throughout its more than one hundred year history, University of Jamestown has consistently stood for academic excellence and Christian principles in all that it does. Catalogs published by the College from the very earliest years declare the commitment of this institution to the highest and best.
- University of Jamestown is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association 30 N. LaSalle St. Ste. 2400 Chicago, IL 60602-2504 Jamestown College has been continuously accredited since 1920.
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