Walsh University

Walsh University is a Roman Catholic university located in North Canton, Ohio, United States. It was established in 1958 as a liberal arts college by the Brothers of Christian Instruction. It was granted university status in the year 1981. The campus spreads across 140 acres of land and comprises of more than 15 buildings.

Walsh University enrolls more than 2,000 students every year. It offers master, bachelor, and associate degrees in the academic fields of computer science, counseling and human development, science in nursing, and business administration, among others.

Walsh University's students participate in various social activities. The Office of Student Affairs coordinates the Co-Curricular Transcript Program. Among the university' student clubs and organizations are the American Advertising Federation, Black Student Union, Cavalier Crazies, Drama Club, Institute of Management Accountants, International Club, Science Club, Ski Club, and Students for Life. Students publish a university newspaper called “The Spectator.”

Walsh University Highlights

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

• Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
• Many students concentrating in business and management, education and teaching, and therapy and counseling.
• Unusually high availability of athletic financial aid.
• Number of dorm rooms for students.
• Superior share of faculty on tenure track.

Other important characteristics:

• Faculty tenure system
• Library on-campus
• Campus housing available
• Student meal (board) plan
• Study abroad option
• Part-time classes available
• Athlete financial aid

Degrees Awarded (in 2008-2009)

Students

The student enrollment at Walsh University was 2,522 in 2007-2008 (2,356 full-time equivalent).

About 42% of the freshmen class in 2008-2009 was male and women were 58% of the class.

Undergrads are 79% of enrolled students and graduate students are 21%.

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

Tuition and Other Costs (2008-2009)

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

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

Faculty

Tenure (2008-2009):

Housing and Meals

Walsh University provides on-campus housing for 1,037 of its 2,356 (full-time) students (as of 2008-2009).

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

Walsh University Athletics

School sports include football (Mid-States Football Association), basketball (American Mideast Conference), baseball (American Mideast Conference), and track (American Mideast Conference).

Walsh University offers financial aid for athletes. Of students receiving athletic financial aid, 215 male students received the aid (men were 64% of those receiving aid) and 122 women were awarded financial aid based on athletics (representing 36% of students receiving such aid) .

Walsh University Admissions (2008-2009)

SAT Test Scores: