|
Pontifical College Josephinum is a four-year liberal arts college located in Columbus, Ohio and is abbreviated as PCJ. The institute was founded in 1888 by Monsignor Joseph Jessing. Originally, it was named as Collegium Josephinum and the first classes were held on September 1, 1888. The institute was awarded the pontifical college status by Pope Leo XIII in the year 1892. In the same year, the college adopted its present name. It prepares its students to become priests in Roman Catholic Church. The college offers programs in philosophy, theology, history, mathematics, social science, and English composition and literature. Pontifical College Josephinum is organized into the following academic units:
- College of Liberal Arts
- School of Theology
Pontifical College Josephinum offers a variety of scholarships. Some of these include the Jessing Scholarship Program, Diocese of Columbus Scholarship, Mildred M. Daniel Memorial Scholarship, and Virgil and Ann Dechant Scholarship.
|
|
Campus Location7625 N High Street
Columbus, OH 43235-1499
USA
Main Tel: (614) 885-5585
Web Site The campus is in a large city. |
HighlightsWhere the school stands out most compared to other schools (details below): - Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
- Many students concentrating in religion and philosophy.
- High male/female ratio.
- Number of dorm rooms for students.
- Good faculty-to-student ratio.
- High yield: the portion of accepted students who enroll.
Other important characteristics: - Library on-campus
- Campus housing available
- Student meal (board) plan
Degrees Awarded (in 2008-2009)| Degree | Total
Earned | Different
Programs |
|---|
| Bachelor | 29 | 5 | | Master | 9 | 2 | | Postbaccalaureate certificate | 3 | 1 |
StudentsStudent enrollment was 194 in 2007-2008 (167 full-time equivalent). About 100% of the freshmen class in 2008-2009 was male. Undergrads are 53% of enrolled students and graduate students are 47%. About 5% of freshmen are from countries other than the US. Students living in the US make up 95% of incoming freshmen.
Tuition and Other Costs (2008-2009)| Item | Cost |
|---|
| State Tuition and fees | $ 15,597 | | Room | $ 3,899 | | Board | $ 3,899 | | Books and supplies | $ 650 | | Other | $ 3,900 |
Financial Aid: Pontifical College Josephinum participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs. Please refer to BrainTrack's financial aid articles section for background information.
FacultyTenure (2008-2009): | Full-Time Faculty | | Total |
|---|
| Without tenure; tenure not available | | 20 |
Housing and MealsPontifical College Josephinum provides on-campus housing for 200 of its 167 (full-time) students (as of 2008-2009). The school requires freshmen to live on campus. Students may purchase a meal plan which includes 21 meals weekly.
Admissions (2008-2009)| Applicants | Admitted |
|---|
| Men | 92% | | All | 92% |
SAT Test Scores:| SAT | Middle 50% |
|---|
| Verbal | 495-635 | | Math | 550-655 | | Writing | 510-570 |
|
|
Programs of Study(Number of degrees awarded in 2008-2009 in parentheses) LIBERAL ARTS (6 awarded) - Classics/Classical Languages, Lit & Linguistics
- English Language and Literature
- History
- Latin American Studies
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY (35 awarded) - Divinity/Ministry (BD, MDiv)
- Philosophy
- Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Theology/Theological Studies
Featured Online School Profiles
AIU Online
Career-focused online degrees for business, criminal justice, education, healthcare, technology, and visual communications.
University of Phoenix Online
Over 20 years of online degrees in business, management, criminal justice, technology, healthcare, and education.
Walden University Online
Undergraduate and graduate degrees for business, technology, education, nursing, criminal justice, counseling, and social work.
|
Mail List
|