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Judson College

302 Bibb St, Marion, AL 36756

http://www.judson.edu/

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Judson College is the nation's fifth oldest women's college. Founded in 1838 by Baptists in Marion, Alabama to educate young women in a Christian environment, it remains committed to a quality, student-centered education for the women of today.

As a Judson College student you will have the opportunity to gain a strong and competitive education, an elevated sense of mission, faith in God, confidence in your abilities, and the support of a sisterhood unlike any other.

As the nation's fifth oldest women's college, Judson, was founded in 1838 by Baptists in Marion to educate young women in a Christian environment. The independent, liberal arts college was named for Ann Hasseltine Judson, America's first female foreign missionary, and remains affiliated with the Alabama Baptist Convention. Judson is committed to a quality, valuable education for women of the future.

The Judson campus is found on 105 pristine acres in Marion, Alabama which is located in the west central part of the state. The college is a short drive from Tuscaloosa, Montgomery, and Birmingham and is within easy driving distance of Atlanta, GA; Nashville, TN; Mobile, AL; and Jackson, MS.

Judson students come from a variety of backgrounds and places, including 17 states and several foreign countries. Fourteen percent of our students are minorities. In all, there are about 300 young women who call Judson home.

The Judson campus is found on 105 pristine acres in Marion, Alabama which is located in the west central part of the state. The college is a short drive from Tuscaloosa, Montgomery, and Birmingham and is within easy driving distance of Atlanta, GA; Nashville, TN; Mobile, AL; and Jackson, MS.

We offer state-of-the-art equipement in state-of-the-art facilities including an undeniably high-tech science facility, classrooms and dorms with wireless internet connection, computer labs, and, coming soon, a newly renovated and modern Student Center. We also have a newly constructed athletic complex that includes softball and soccer fields, as well as a covered riding arena.

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Judson College

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Judson College, founded in 1838 in Marion, Alabama, (as Judson Female Institute), is one of the oldest women's colleges in the United States.

The college was founded by members of the Siloam Baptist Church of Marion and named after Ann Hasseltine Judson, the first female foreign missionary from the United States. The college, which changed its name to "Judson College" in 1903 remains affiliated with the Alabama Baptist Convention.

Current enrollment at Judson is approximately 300. The college offers Bachelor's degrees in both liberal arts and pre-professional programs.

The principal building of the campus is Jewett Hall, which exists now in its third incarnation. The first Jewett Hall, built in (1840), was a four-story Greek revival building named after Dr. Milo P. Jewett, first president of the college. It was destroyed by fire in 1888. The rebuilding of Jewett Hall was begun that same year. In 1947 the dome was hit by a lightning strike and fire again consumed the building. Again, rebuilding efforts commenced almost immediately with funds raised from the sale of bricks from the rubble.

Other notable buildings on campus include A. Howard Bean Hall, a former Carnegie library which now houses the Alabama Women's Hall of Fame as well as classrooms, Alumnae Auditorium, and the Women's Missionary Union residence hall.

Judson College participates in joint social and civic events with Marion Military Institute, also located in Marion.

Among the alumnae of Judson College is the Louisiana botanist, naturalist, preservationist, and author Caroline Dormon.

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Quick Facts

Chance of Admission:
Location:
Southeast
Setting:
Rural Setting
Type:
Private
Affiliation:
Baptist
Size:
Small (Under 2,000 Undergrad)

Students & Campus Life

Undergraduate Enrollment:
369
On Campus Housing:
Available
Full Time Students:
100%
Athletic Programs:
Unavailable
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Expenses

Average Tuition:
$ 9,434
Students Receiving Aid:
100%
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Admissions

Application Fee:
$ 30
Selectivity:
Selective
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Degree Programs at Judson College

Bachelor's Level Programs

  • Arts & Humanities

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      • English Language and Literature
        A general program that focuses on the English language, including its history, structure and related communications skills; and the literature and culture of English-speaking peoples.
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      • Foreign Languages and Literatures
        A general program that focuses on one or more modern foreign languages that is not specific as to the name of the language(s) studied; that is otherwise undifferentiated; or that introduces students to language studies at the basic/elementary level.
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      • History
        A program that focuses on the general study and interpretation of the past, including the gathering, recording, synthesizing and criticizing of evidence and theories about past events. Includes instruction in historiography; historical research methods; studies of specific periods, issues and cultures; and applications to areas such as historic preservation, public policy, and records administration.
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    • Music See more schools with programs in Music
      • Music Performance
        A program that generally prepares individuals to master musical instruments and performing art as solo and/or ensemble performers. Includes instruction on one or more specific instruments from various instrumental groupings.
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    • Religion/Religious Studies See more schools with programs in Religion/Religious Studies
      • Bible/Biblical Studies
        Biblical Studies is a four, six, or eight year program studying the Christian and/or Jewish Bible and related literature. These programs are designed for those desiring an in-depth theological study of these ancient scriptures. Often, these programs prepare students for vocations as religious leaders, teachers, etc.
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      • Art/Art Studies
        Art and Art Studies is a general, introductory program that focuses on the study and appreciation of the visual arts. Students of these two or four year programs receive instruction in art, photography, and other visual communications media.
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  • Business

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        A program that prepares individuals to teach students in the elementary grades, which may include kindergarten through grade eight, depending on the school system or state regulations. Includes preparation to teach all elementary education subject matter.
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      • English/Language Arts Teacher Education
        A program that prepares individuals to teach English grammar, composition and literature programs at various educational levels.
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      • Mathematics Teacher Education
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      • Social Science Teacher Education
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  • Fitness, Recreation and Leisure Studies

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  • Interdisciplinary Studies

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    • Biological and Physical Sciences
      This general program is either a synthesis of the biological and physical sciences, or a specialization which draws from the biological and physical sciences.
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    • Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies
      Any instructional program that is derived from two or more distinct programs to provide a cross-cutting focus on a subject concentration that is not subsumed under a single discipline or occupational field.
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  • Life Science

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        Students in this program study general biology at an introductory level. This major provides students with a broad overview of biology and includes instruction in general biology and programs covering a variety of biological specializations.
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  • Mathematics and Statistics

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    • General Mathematics
      A general program that focuses on the analysis of quantities, magnitudes, forms, and their relationships, using symbolic logic and language. Includes instruction in algebra, calculus, functional analysis, geometry, number theory, logic, topology and other mathematical specializations.
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  • Natural Sciences

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      • General Chemistry
        A general program that focuses on the scientific study of the composition and behavior of matter, including its micro- and macro-structure, the processes of chemical change, and the theoretical description and laboratory simulation of these phenomena.
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  • Social Sciences

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    • Criminology
      A program that focuses on the systematic study of crime as a sociopathological phenomenon, the behavior of criminals, and the social institutions evolved to respond to crime. Includes instruction in the theory of crime, psychological and social bases of criminal behavior, social value systems and the theory of punishment, criminal law and criminal justice systems, penology, rehabilitation and recidivism, studies of specific types of crime, social attitudes and policy, and applications to specific issues in law enforcement administration and policy.
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      • General Psychology
        A general program that focuses on the scientific study of individual and collective behavior, the physical and environmental bases of behavior, and the analysis and treatment of behavior problems and disorders. Includes instruction in the principles of the various subfields of psychology, research methods, and psychological assessment and testing methods.
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Students

General

Full-Time vs. Part-Time
Full-Time 100%
Part-Time 0%
Men vs. Women
Women 100%
Men 0%
Race/Ethnicity
Caucasian 84%
African-American 12%
Other 3%
Asian 1%
Hispanic 0%

Geography

In State vs. Out-of-State
In-State 88%
Out-of-State 12%
Top States for Incoming Freshman
Alabama 88%
Tennessee 5%
Mississippi 1%
Georgia 1%
Florida 1%
Percent of Students International: 1%

Housing

On-Campus Housing Available: Yes
Percent of Students Living On-Campus: 87%
Freshman Students Required to Live on Campus: No
Tuition & Fees (undergraduate) Expenses  
Average Tuition for Full-Time Undergrads:
 $ 9,434    
Required Fees for Full-Time Undergrads:
 $ 450    
Financial Aid Avg. Amount Received % of Students Receiving Aid  
Federal Grants:
 $ 2,760 38%  
State and Local Grants:
 $ 171 85%  
Institutional Grants:
 $ 4,178 95%  
Student Loans:
 $ 3,005 81%  
Any Aid:
   100%  

Selectivity (Undergraduate Only)

Acceptance Rate: 76% (Selective)
Test Scores  
SAT Scores:  
% of Students Submitting SAT Scores: 9%
Bottom 25th Percentile: Verbal: 460, Math: 450
Top 75th Percentile: Verbal: 650, Math: 620
ACT Scores:  
% of Students Submitting ACT Scores: 97%
Bottom 25th Percentile: Composite: 18, Verbal: 18, Math: 16
Top 75th Percentile: Composite: 25, Verbal: 28, Math: 23

Application Requirements (Undergraduate Only)

Application Fee: $ 30.00
Formal Demonstration of Competencies: Not Required
High School Diploma or Equivalent: Recommended
High School GPA: Required
High School Rank: Not Required
High School Record: Required
Recommendations: Recommended
TOEFL: Required
Test Scores: Required

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ceewhybee
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Question: Has anyone heard of Judson College in AL?

just wondering! but really... have you? and what have you heard?
14 months ago
Belle
Belle

Best Answer

I heard it's the BEST school in America! Great for all types of girls. YOU know what this means, CYB! :P Wonder if we'll find any prospectives on here? Bahaha.
Elizabeth M
Elizabe...

Question: I am starting Judson College in Marion, Alabama on Sat. and I dont want to go...! I dont know what to do! HELP

I sort of want to go to school but I dont want to go away!! I am so confused..My parents expect me to go to school and I dont want to let them down... but i just dont think that I can do it! I took all Advanced Placement and College Prep classes in High School and graduated with a 3.5 GPA... and now i dont want to go to school....and I think that if they make me.... i am going to go crazy!! I am not scared to go exactly... I just cant leave my home...i cant leave my family...OMG I NEED HELP!!
29 months ago
MM
MM

Best Answer

Yes, you can do this. Remember, you're not alone. Lots of your other classmates are going to be missing their families, too. Granted, some of them are going to be really excited to be somewhere new, but even they're not going to have any better idea of what they're supposed to be doing than you will (or, if they think they do, they'll change their minds about it). Eventually, you'll all settle down into a new routine and get absorbed in your classes and start participating in activities, and you'll feel more in control again. And remember, it's not like your family is going to vanish to the far side of the moon. Don't plan on going home too often, or you'll never get adjusted, but you can always keep in touch by phones and e-mail.

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