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University of Jamestown

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Overview

Established in 1883, the University of Jamestown is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the rural setting of the large town of Jamestown (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), North Dakota. Officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, University of Jamestown (UJ) is a very small-sized (¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ enrollment range: 1,000-1,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Presbyterian religion. University of Jamestown (UJ) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 141-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this US higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. UJ also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

University of Jamestown's Control Typeprivate

Entity

University of Jamestown's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

University of Jamestown' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small-sized

Selectivity

University of Jamestown's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

University Identity

Name
Acronym UJ
Founded 1883
Motto Your Success. Our Tradition.
Colours Orange and black
Mascot Knight
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University Location

Address 608 6th Street NE
Jamestown
58405 North Dakota
United States
University of Jamestown's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
University of Jamestown Phone Number +1 (701) 252 3467
University of Jamestown Fax Number +1 (701) 253 4318

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

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Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following University of Jamestown's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix 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 University of Jamestown's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This University of Jamestown's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at University of Jamestown.

University of Jamestown: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
20,000-24,999 US$
(18,225-22,780 Euro)
2,500-4,999 US$
(2,280-4,555 Euro)
International
students
20,000-24,999 US$
(18,225-22,780 Euro)
2,500-4,999 US$
(2,280-4,555 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

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Admission Information

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University of Jamestown's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


University of Jamestown's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has University of Jamestown a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

University of Jamestown's acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this institution a moderately selective higher education institution.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is considered but not required
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is required
  • Recommendations are considered but not required
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


University of Jamestown's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


University of Jamestown's Admission Office Admission Office

6081 College Lane
Jamestown 58405
(701) 252 3467
800 336 2554

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Size and Profile

Introduction

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Size and Profile

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University of Jamestown's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

University of Jamestown has an enrollment range of 1,000-1,999 students making it a very small-sized institution.


University of Jamestown's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 50-99 academic employees (Faculty).


University of Jamestown's Control Type Control Type

University of Jamestown is a private higher education institution.


University of Jamestown's Entity Type Entity Type

University of Jamestown is a non-profit higher education institution.


University of Jamestown's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Rural setting.


University of Jamestown's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


University of Jamestown is Christian-Presbyterian Religious Affiliation

University of Jamestown has a Christian-Presbyterian affiliation (Presbyterian Church (USA) - www.pcusa.org).


Carnegie Classification

Introduction

The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education is a framework for categorizing colleges and universities in the United States...


The classification was first created by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in 1970, and it has been updated periodically since then. The Carnegie Classification is based on a set of criteria, such as the level and types of degrees offered, research activity and enrollment size. Institutions are classified into one of several categories based on these criteria, ranging from "doctoral universities" with very high research activity to "special focus institutions" that primarily award degrees in a specific field, such as the arts or health professions. The classification allows for quick comparisons between institutions within and across categories.

Carnegie Classification

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Basic Classification Master's Colleges & Universities: Small Programs
Size & Setting Four-year, small, highly residential institution
Enrollment Profile High undergraduate
Undergraduate Profile Four-year, full-time, inclusive, lower transfer-in institution
Undergraduate Instructional Program Professions plus arts & sciences, some graduate coexistence
Graduate Instructional Program Postbaccalaureate: Other-dominant, with other professional programs

Facilities and Services

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University Facilities

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University of Jamestown's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library.

University of Jamestown's library has 1 branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 90,151 physical volumes, 4,138 physical media, 73,397 digital/electronic media and 148 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 7 full-time employees, including 2 librarians. University of Jamestown's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

University of Jamestown's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.

In particular, the University of Jamestown provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 899 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

University of Jamestown's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

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University of Jamestown's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

University of Jamestown's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

University of Jamestown's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.

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

University of Jamestown's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

University of Jamestown's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

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University of Jamestown's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

University of Jamestown is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Higher Learning Commission


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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  • American Physical Therapy Association, Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education
  • International Accreditation Council for Business Education
  • National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission


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Memberships and Affiliations

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Affiliations and Memberships

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  • Council of Independent Colleges (CIC)
  • International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education (IACBE)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA)

Academic Structure

Introduction

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Academic Structure

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Social Media

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