Study at Presbyterian CollegePresbyterian College, commonly referred to as PC, is a private, liberal arts college located in Clinton, South Carolina, United States. The college was founded by William Plumer Jacobs, a Presbyterian minister, in 1880. Presbyterian College's campus is spread across an area of 240 acres. The college offers majors, minors, and pre-professional programs in diverse subject areas including arts, business, music, religion, law, medicine, education, languages, and theater. The athletics teams of Presbyterian College compete in the NCAA Division I. The college is also a member of the Big South Conference. The teams are nicknamed the Blue Hose, and they participate in sports including baseball, football, cross country, tennis, soccer, lacrosse, and volleyball. Profile of Presbyterian College Presbyterian College is in a town not particularly near any major cities, in Clinton, SC. The school has a Presbyterian Church (USA) religious affiliation. Presbyterian College is classified as a private, not-for-profit college. Students at the school earn degrees up to the Bachelor's degree. Course Topics There are more programs of study at Presbyterian College than you'll find at most colleges of similar size. The most common major fields study at the school include science, music, and mathematics. Presbyterian College Selectivity Presbyterian College does not admit all applicants. The middle range of verbal SAT scores in 2007 was 500 to 610 for students at the school. While math SAT scores among applicants varied, those accepted commonly had scores between 530 and 640. Faculty One indicator of school quality is the number of students per professor, and here Presbyterian College does well in comparison to most schools. Some professors at the school are awarded tenure, allowing the school to retain good faculty members. Faculty salaries at Presbyterian College are higher than most. Student Enrolment The school, in 2007, had 1, 180 students (1, 148 full-time equivalent). Student Life Presbyterian College is not thought of as a commuter school, and many students live on campus or nearby. Dorm living is common. Presbyterian College makes available student meal plans. Athletic teams at the school belong to the Big South Conference for major sports. Student athletes can receive financial aid in some cases. The school reports its educational mission is: "The compelling purpose of Presbyterian College, as a church-related college, is to develop within the framework of Christian faith the mental, physical, moral, and spiritual capacities of each student in preparation for a lifetime of personal and vocational fulfillment and responsible contribution to our democratic society and the world community. " Presbyterian College Programs and Degrees
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