Stratford University
Location and Contact Information
7777 Leesburg PikeFalls Church, VA 22043-2403
USA
Main Tel: (800) 444-0804
Web Site
The campus is in a large suburb.
Overview
Stratford University is a private, for-profit, institute of higher educational institution located in Falls Church, Virginia, United States. It was established in 1976. The university specializes in adult education and also offers placement support for students and graduates. Stratford also delivers classroom, online, and blended online/classroom programs to the students. The University awards graduate and undergraduate degrees in diverse areas of study including business administration, computer information systems, and allied health. Stratford is organized into the following academic divisions:
- School of Allied Health
- School of Business Administration
- School of Computer Information Systems
- School of Culinary Arts and Hospitality
- School of Graduate Studies
Stratford University offers a wide variety of student supports services to the students. The university offers career counseling services and placement support to the students.
Highlights (vs. Other Schools)
- Many students concentrating in computer science and engineering.
- Large number of students.
- High male/female ratio.
- High percentage of students are from out-of-state.
- Large number of programs of study offered.
School characteristics:
- The school is private, for-profit.
- Academic calender: Quarter.
Features of note:
- Open admission; accepts all qualified candidates.
- There are one or more libraries on-campus.
- Distance learning is available.
- Weekend study is an option.
- Part-time classes are available.
Tuition and Financial Aid (2009-2010)
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| State Tuition and fees | $ 17,680 |
| Books and supplies | $ 3,910 |
Financial Aid
Stratford University participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs.
In 2009-2010, 42% of students received financial aid of some sort.
| Grants | % of Students | Average Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Any Grant | 32% | $2,738 |
| Institutional Grant | ||
| Federal Grant | 32% | $2,738 |
| Pell Grant | 26% | $2,996 |
| Other Federal Grant | 21% | $362 |
| State or Local Grant |
| Loans | % of Students | Average Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Student Loan | 32% | $10,056 |
| Federal Loan | 32% | $10,056 |
| Other Loan |
(Please refer to BrainTrack's financial aid articles section for background information.)
Degrees Awarded (in 2009-2010)
| Degree | Total Earned | Different Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Master | 1,002 | 4 |
| Associate | 85 | 7 |
| Bachelor | 34 | 3 |
| 1-2 year certificate | 1 | 1 |
Faculty
Tenure (2009-2010):
| Full-Time Faculty | Total | |
|---|---|---|
| Without tenure; tenure not available | 13 |
Students
Student enrollment was 1,468 in 2009-2010 (1,554 full-time equivalent).
Undergrads are 56% of enrolled students and graduate students are 44%.
Students under 25 years old represent 44% of the student body. About 12% of the school is at least 40 years of age.
Room and Board
On-campus housing is not available.
Graduate School Focus
Stratford University offers graduate (post-Bachelor) studies. The highest degree offered is the Master.
The school's Graduate School Carnegie Classification is Postbaccalaureate Professional (Business Dominant).
Programs of Study
(Number of degrees in 2009-2010 in parentheses)
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
- Business Administration and Management
- Business/Commerce
- Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
- Computer Software Engineering
- Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
- Information Science/Studies
- Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design
COOKING AND CULINARY ARTS
- Cooking and Related Culinary Arts
- Culinary Arts/Chef Training
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
- Computer Technology/Computer Systems Technology
HOSPITALITY
- Restaurant/Food Services Management
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
- Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services