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Shorter University

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Overview

Shorter University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large town of Rome, Georgia, United States. Founded in 1873, Shorter University (Shorter) is a coeducational institution and is officially accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges. Shorter offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details or use the website search engine below. This 153-year-old US higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. Its acceptance rate is 80-89%. This makes it a least selective. International students are welcome to apply. Shorter also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

Snapshot

Control

Shorter University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Shorter University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Shorter University' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small-sized

Selectivity

Shorter University's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateleast selective

Identity

Name
Name (English) n.a.
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Acronym Shorter
Founded 1873
Motto Transforming Lives Through Christ
Colours Columbia blue, white and gold
Mascot Hawks

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Location

Address 315 Shorter Avenue
Rome
30165 Georgia
United States
Shorter University's location map and satellite view Location Map
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Shorter University Phone Number (706) 291 2121
Shorter University Fax Number (706) 236 1515
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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Shorter University is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1923


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Shorter University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • National Association of Schools of Music (NASM)
  • Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
  • Georgia Professional Standards Commission


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Shorter University as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Shorter University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Shorter University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Shorter University's academic range and degree level offering.



Shorter University: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes Yes Yes
L&C Yes
B&S Yes Yes Yes
M&H Yes
S&T Yes
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Programs and Courses

Shorter University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Shorter University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Shorter University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Shorter University.



Shorter University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 20,000-24,999 US$ (18,225-22,780 Euro) 12,500-14,999 US$ (11,390-13,670 Euro)
International
students		 20,000-24,999 US$ (18,225-22,780 Euro) 12,500-14,999 US$ (11,390-13,670 Euro)

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Shorter University Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Shorter University website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Shorter University Admission Info


Shorter University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Shorter University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Shorter University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Shorter University has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Shorter University's acceptance rate ranges from 80 to 89%, making it a least selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is recommended
  • Recommendations are recommended
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is recommended
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Shorter University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Shorter University's Admission Office Admission Office

315 Shorter Avenue
Rome 30165
(706) 233 7319
800 868 6980

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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Shorter University's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Shorter University Size and Profile


Shorter University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Shorter University has a student enrollment ranging from 1,000 to 1,999, making it a very small-sized institution.


Shorter University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Shorter University's academic staff ranges from 100 to 199 members.


Shorter University's Control Type Control Type

Shorter University is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.


Shorter University's Entity Type Entity Type

Shorter University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Shorter University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Shorter University's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


Shorter University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Shorter University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Shorter University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Shorter University is Christian-Baptist Religious Affiliation

Christian-Baptist. Southern Baptist Convention - www.sbc.net



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Facilities and Services

Shorter University Facilities


Shorter University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Shorter University's Library
Shorter University's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 107,806 physical volumes, 6,164 physical media, 3,262,360 digital/electronic media and 230 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 15 full-time employees, including 3 librarians. Shorter University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


Shorter University's Housing University Housing

Yes
In particular, Shorter University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 760 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.


Shorter University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Shorter University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Shorter University Services


Shorter University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Shorter University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Shorter University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes
In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.


Shorter University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Shorter University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

Shorter University Organisational Structure

The academic structure of Shorter University consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

Shorter University
  • Ben and Ollie Brady School of Nursing
  • College of Arts and Sciences
  • Ledbetter College of Business
  • School of Christian Studies
  • School of Education
  • School of Fine and Performing Arts
  • College of Adult and Professional Programs

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Memberships and Affiliations

Shorter University Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Shorter University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Council for Christian Colleges and Universities (CCCU)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)


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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Shorter University public or private?

Shorter University is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.

Is Shorter University profit or non-profit?

Shorter University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Shorter University in terms of enrollment?

Shorter University has a student enrollment ranging from 1,000 to 1,999, making it a very small-sized institution.

What is the size of Shorter University in terms of academic staff?

Shorter University's academic staff ranges from 100 to 199 members.

Is Shorter University a coeducational institution?

Shorter University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Shorter University use?

Shorter University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.

What religion is Shorter University affiliated with?

Christian-Baptist. Southern Baptist Convention - www.sbc.net

Does Shorter University admit international students?

Yes.

What is Shorter University's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Shorter University's acceptance rate ranges from 80 to 89%, making it a least selective higher education institution. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend Shorter University Shorter?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 20,000-24,999 US$ (18,225-22,780 Euro). International students: 20,000-24,999 US$ (18,225-22,780 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Shorter University Shorter located?

Shorter University is located in Rome, Georgia, United States. Address: 315 Shorter Avenue.

Is Shorter University Shorter accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Shorter University is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (since 1923).

Does Shorter University offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Shorter University offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Shorter University have a university library?

Yes Shorter University's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 107,806 physical volumes, 6,164 physical media, 3,262,360 digital/electronic media and 230 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 15 full-time employees, including 3 librarians. Shorter University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

Does Shorter University provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes In particular, Shorter University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 760 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

Does Shorter University have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Shorter University offer academic counseling?

Yes

Does Shorter University offer career services?

Yes

Does Shorter University offer distance learning?

Yes In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Does Shorter University have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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