Adelphi University

Adelphi University Description:

Founded in 1896, Adelphi University is a private university located on a 75-acre campus in Garden City, New York. The historic Long Island location is about 45 minutes from New York City, and numerous beaches and parks are in easy striking distance. Adelphi students come from 41 states and 48 countries. Academics are supported by an 11 to 1 student / faculty ratio and an average undergraduate class size of 21. High-achieving students might be interested in the Honors College. Perks include small seminar classes, special cultural events, and a range of travel and research opportunities. Student life is active with over 80 clubs and organizations including a few social fraternities and sororities. In athletics, the Adelphi Panthers compete in the NCAA Division II Northeast-10 Conference for most sports. Men's soccer and women's bowling compete at the Division I level.

Admissions Data (2010):

• Percent of Applicants Admitted: 70%
• What Are Your Chances? (from Cappex.com)
• Mean High School GPA: 3.4
• Test Scores -- 25th / 75th Percentile
  • SAT Critical Reading: 490 / 580
  • SAT Math: 490 / 590
  • SAT Writing: 490 / 600
  • ACT Composite: 21 / 26
  • ACT English: 20 / 26
  • ACT Math: 20 / 26
  • ACT Writing: 7 / 8

Enrollment (2009):

• Total Enrollment: 7,951 (4,954 undergraduates)
• Gender Breakdown: 29% Male / 71% Female
• 87% Full-time

Costs (2010 - 11):

• Tuition and Fees: $27,900
• Books: $1,000 (why so much?)
• Room and Board: $11,000
• Other Expenses: $2,300
• Total Cost: $42,200

Adelphi University Financial Aid (2008 - 09):

• Percentage of New Students Receiving Aid: 94%
• Adelphi University Scholarships (Cappex.com)
• Percentage of New Students Receiving Types of Aid
• Average Amount of Aid
  • Grants: $12,125
  • Loans: $7,870

Most Popular Majors:

Business Administration, Communications, English, Nursing, Physical Education, Psychology, Social Sciences, Social Work

Transfer, Graduation and Retention Rates:

• First Year Student Retention (full-time students): 79%
• Transfer Out Rate: 30%
• 4-Year Graduation Rate: 52%
• 6-Year Graduation Rate: 62%

Data Source:

National Center for Educational Statistics

Adelphi and the Common Application

Adelphi University uses the Common Application. These articles can help guide you:

Adelphi University Mission Statement:

read the complete mission statement http://www.adelphi.edu/about/mission.php

"Adelphi University comprises a small liberal arts college and a cluster of professional schools that have grown up in close relationship to the needs of the region. Our mission is to provide quality undergraduate and graduate education and to offer professional preparation of the first rank in arts, education, business, clinical psychology, social work, nursing and other health sciences.

The University prepares a broad spectrum of graduates and undergraduates for a wide range of life pursuits while fostering a passion for knowledge; an understanding and a questioning of cultural values; and a view of themselves as independent, life long learners, and contributors to knowledge and service in an ever-changing world."

Source: http://collegeapps.about.com/od/collegeprofiles/p/adelphi-university.htm

tom bradley penn state tom bradley penn state grace potter grace potter ryan mathews the band perry faith hill