Patten University

Established in 1944, as the Oakland Bible Institute by Evangelical preacher Dr. Bebe Patten, Patten University is a private institution. It is located in Oakland, California, United States, and the campus is spread across an area of 15 acres. The institute offers bachelor’s and associate’s degrees in fields including business, religion, sciences and liberal arts. Besides, the students can also get master’s degrees in business management and education. The university also has Weekend Science Courses. Patten University has four major divisions, which include:

• Division of Arts, Sciences and Business
• Division of Biblical and Theological Studies
• Division of Continuing and Extended Education
• Division of Education

Patten University has strong athletic teams and participates in several sports of National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA). They are nicknamed as Lions and Lady Lions.

Patten University Highlights

Where Patten University stands out most compared to other schools (details below):

• Undenominational religious affiliation.
• Many students concentrating in family and social work, liberal arts, and education and teaching.
• High male/female ratio.
• Racially diverse student body.
• Unusually high availability of athletic financial aid.
• Number of dorm rooms for students.

Other important characteristics:

• Open admission; accepts all qualified candidates
• Library on-campus
• Campus housing available
• Student meal (board) plan
• Distance learning available
• Part-time classes available
• Athlete financial aid

Degrees Awarded (in 2008-2009)

Students

The student enrollment at Patten University was 758 in 2007-2008 (706 full-time equivalent).

Undergrads are 94% of enrolled students and graduate students are 6%.

Students living in the US make up 100% of incoming freshmen.

Tuition and Other Costs (2008-2009)

Financial Aid: Patten University participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs.

Please refer to BrainTrack's financial aid articles section for background information.

Housing and Meals

Patten University provides on-campus housing for 84 of its 706 (full-time) students (as of 2008-2009).

Students may purchase a meal plan which includes 19 meals weekly.

Patten University Athletics

Patten University is in the Independent Far West Region for major sports.

Patten University offers financial aid for athletes. Of students receiving athletic financial aid, 29 male students received the aid (men were 71% of those receiving aid) and 12 women were awarded financial aid based on athletics (representing 29% of students receiving such aid) .