School Description
Provided by Voorhees CollegeVoorhees College is a private, historically black, coeducational, liberal arts, baccalaureate degree-granting institution affiliated with the Episcopal Church. The College, located in rural South Carolina, serves traditional and nontraditional students primarily from the state of South Carolina and the southeastern region of the United States. The aim of the College is to offer each student an intensive general educational experience coupled with professional education in the value-centered liberal arts tradition. The College excels in instruction in liberal studies, arts and sciences and a wide range of pre-professional and professional disciplines. The College seeks to produce highly qualified graduates who combine intellect and faith in their preparation for strong professional performance, pursuit of life-long learning, betterment of society, and an abiding faith in God.
Voorhees College has a rich history and a bright future. We're a fully accredited historically black liberal arts college that offers degrees in 12 disciplines – a number that's growing as we grow. Through our long-standing affiliation with the Episcopal Church, Voorhees focuses on developing students spiritually as well as intellectually.
We offer degrees in accounting, biology, business administration, criminal justice, computer science, sociology, English, health and recreation, mathematics, mass communication, and organizational management, as well as a training program in cyber security education. Our ratio of one faculty member per 15 students keeps you from getting lost in a crowd. The Tigers compete in seven NAIA sports, and a variety of clubs and Greek organizations offer students opportunities to get involved.
From sports or choir to computer science or communications to faith-based groups and more, you'll find a club or organization at Voorhees College that will keep you involved and engaged during your time here.
And an involved, engaged student is a well-rounded one. One who develops leadership, organizational and communications skills that are invaluable in the professional world. One who learns to work as part of a team and who masters the ability to juggle responsibilities and fun.
We are located in south central South Carolina about 50 miles from both Columbia and Augusta. Georgia,
Voorhees College
From Wikipedia, The Free EncyclopediaVoorhees College is a private, historically black college (HBCU) in Denmark, South Carolina. It is affiliated with the Episcopal Church. Voorhees College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
History
In 1897, Elizabeth Evelyn Wright and Jessie Dorsey founded Denmark Industrial School for African Americans. Located in a rural area and small town, it was modeled on Tuskegee Institute. It began in the upstairs of an old store.
In 1902, Ralph Voorhees, a New Jersey philanthropist, gave the school a donation to purchase land and construct buildings. In 1904 the South Carolina General Assembly renamed the school and incorporated it as the Vorhees Industrial Institute for Colored Youths.
In 1924, the school was affiliated with the Episcopal Diocese of South Carolina. In 1947, its name was changed to Vorhees School and Junior College. In 1962, with the addition of departments, it became accredited as Voorhees College.
Voorhees College Historic District
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This historic district was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on January 21, 1982. It includes thirteen contributing buildings constructed from 1905 to 1935. The historic district is noteworthy as an example of pioneering education for African Americans in the early 20th century, and for its association with Elizabeth Evelyn Wright. In addition, the buildings, constructed mostly by students, showed ambitious design and masonry techniques. Many of these buildings were constructed by the students of Voorhees College as part of their crafts program. Photographs of some of the buildings are available.
Quick Facts
- Location:
- Southeast
- Setting:
- Small Town Setting
- Type:
- Private
- Affiliation:
- Protestant Episcopal
- Size:
- Small (Under 2,000 Undergrad)
Students & Campus Life
- Undergraduate Enrollment:
- 876
- On Campus Housing:
- Available
- Full Time Students:
- 100%
- Athletic Programs:
- Available
Degree Programs at Voorhees College
Bachelor's Level Programs
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Arts & Humanities
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English Language and Literature
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English Language and Literature
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English Language and Literature
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English Language and Literature
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General Studies
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General Studies
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General Studies
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General Studies
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English Language and Literature
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English Language and Literature
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Business
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Accounting & Related Services
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Accounting & Related Services
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Accounting
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Accounting
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General Business
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General Business
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Business Administration and Management
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Business Administration and Management
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Management
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Management
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Business/Managerial Operations
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Business/Managerial Operations
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Accounting & Related Services
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Communication & Media
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Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
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Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
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Education
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General Education
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General Education
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General Education
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General Education
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Teacher Training
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Teacher Training
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Elementary Education and Teaching
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Teacher Education, Multiple Levels
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Elementary Education and Teaching
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General Education
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Fitness, Recreation and Leisure Studies
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Physical Fitness
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Physical Fitness
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Health and Physical Education
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Health and Physical Education
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Physical Fitness
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Life Science
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Biology
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Biology
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Biology/Biological Sciences
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Biology/Biological Sciences
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Biology
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Biology
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Mathematics and Statistics
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General Mathematics
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General Mathematics
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Security and Protective Service Careers
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Criminal Justice & Law Enforcement
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Criminal Justice & Law Enforcement
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Social Sciences
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Sociology
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Sociology
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Sociology
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Sociology
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Sociology
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Technology
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Software Development
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Software Development
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Computer and Information Sciences
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Computer and Information Sciences
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Software Development
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| Percent of Students International: | 0% |
Housing
| On-Campus Housing Available: | Yes |
| Percent of Students Living On-Campus: | 72% |
| Freshman Students Required to Live on Campus: | No |
Athletics
| Member of: | NAA, NAIA |
| Sports Include: |
Basketball (Eastern Intercollegiate Athletic Conf) Baseball (Eastern Intercollegiate Athletic Conf) Track (Eastern Intercollegiate Athletic Conf) |
| Tuition & Fees (undergraduate) | Expenses | ||
Average Tuition for Full-Time Undergrads: |
$ 7,106 | ||
Required Fees for Full-Time Undergrads: |
$ 170 | ||
| Financial Aid | Avg. Amount Received | % of Students Receiving Aid | |
Federal Grants: |
$ 4,727 | 96% | |
State and Local Grants: |
$ 3,790 | 44% | |
Institutional Grants: |
$ 3,707 | 35% | |
Student Loans: |
$ 3,994 | 86% | |
Any Aid: |
97% |
Selectivity (Undergraduate Only)
| Acceptance Rate: | 46% (Highly Selective) |
| Test Scores | |
| SAT Scores: | |
| % of Students Submitting SAT Scores: | 52% |
| Bottom 25th Percentile: | Verbal: 350, Math: 350 |
| Top 75th Percentile: | Verbal: 400, Math: 450 |
| ACT Scores: | |
| % of Students Submitting ACT Scores: | 44% |
| Bottom 25th Percentile: | Composite: 14, Verbal: 12, Math: 14 |
| Top 75th Percentile: | Composite: 17, Verbal: 15, Math: 17 |
Application Requirements (Undergraduate Only)
| Application Fee: | $ 25.00 |
| Formal Demonstration of Competencies: | Recommended |
| High School Diploma or Equivalent: | Recommended |
| High School GPA: | Required |
| High School Rank: | Recommended |
| High School Record: | Required |
| Recommendations: | Required |
| TOEFL: | Recommended |
| Test Scores: | Required |
