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Lander University

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Overview

Founded in 1872, the Lander University is a non-profit public multidisciplinary higher education institution located in the rural setting of the large town of Greenwood (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), South Carolina. Officially accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, Lander University is a small-sized (¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ enrollment range: 3,000-3,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. Lander University 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 ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 152-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 60-69% making this US higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. Lander University 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

Lander University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Lander University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Lander University' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

Lander University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

University Identity

Name
Acronym
Founded 1872
Colours Blue and gold
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University Location

Address 320 Stanley Avenue
Greenwood
29649-2099 South Carolina
United States
Lander University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Lander University Phone Number +1 (864) 388 8000
Lander University Fax Number +1 (864) 388 8125

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

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Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Lander University'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 Lander University's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

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Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Lander University'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 Lander University.

Lander University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
10,000-12,499 US$
(9,110-11,390 Euro)
7,500-9,999 US$
(6,830-9,110 Euro)
International
students
20,000-24,999 US$
(18,225-22,780 Euro)
7,500-9,999 US$
(6,830-9,110 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

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Admission Information

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Lander University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Lander University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

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


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Lander University's acceptance rate range is 60-69% making this institution a moderately selective higher education institution.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is required
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is required
  • 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 required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Lander University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

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


Lander University's Admission Office Admission Office

320 Stanley Avenue Box 6007
Greenwood 29649-2099
(864) 388 8307


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Size and Profile

Introduction

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Size and Profile

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Lander University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Lander University has an enrollment range of 3,000-3,999 students making it a small-sized institution.


Lander University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 200-299 academic employees (Faculty).


Lander University's Control Type Control Type

Lander University is a public higher education institution.


Lander University's Entity Type Entity Type

Lander University is a non-profit higher education institution.


Lander University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


Lander University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

Lander University does not have any religious affiliation.


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 Baccalaureate Colleges: Diverse Fields
Size & Setting Four-year, medium, highly residential institution
Enrollment Profile Very high undergraduate
Undergraduate Profile Four-year, full-time, inclusive, lower transfer-in institution
Undergraduate Instructional Program Balanced arts & sciences/professions, some graduate coexistence
Graduate Instructional Program Postbaccalaureate: Education-dominant, with other professional programs

Facilities and Services

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University Facilities

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Lander University's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library.

Lander 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 143,090 physical volumes, 2,317 physical media, 45,362 digital/electronic media and 147 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 25 full-time employees, including 4 librarians. Lander University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

Lander University's Housing University Housing

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

In particular, the Lander University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 1,738 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

Lander University'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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Lander University'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.

Lander University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

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

Lander University'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.

Lander University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

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

Lander University'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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Lander University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Lander University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1952


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business
  • Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education
  • Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
  • Montessori Accreditation Council for Teacher Education, Commission on Accreditation
  • National Association of Schools of Art and Design, Commission on Accreditation
  • National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation
  • National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education


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Memberships and Affiliations

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Affiliations and Memberships

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  • South Carolina Commission of Higher Education (SCCHE)
  • American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Academic Structure

Introduction

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Academic Structure

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Social Media

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