Shorter University
Rome, GA
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Founded in 1873, Shorter University is a private, religiously affiliated liberal arts university that is known for its strong programs in education and business. It is located on a 150-acre campus in Rome, Georgia—in the Appalachian foothills.
| Official website | Visit website |
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| Application link | Apply online |
| Public/private | Private |
| Campus enrollment | 1,447 |
| Established in | 1873 |
| Coeducational | Coeducational |
| Religious affiliation | Baptist |
150-acre campus in Rome (population: 36,375), 60 miles from both Atlanta and Chattanooga. Served by bus; major airport serves Atlanta.
Shorter University
315 Shorter Avenue
Rome, GA
30165-4298
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| Application fee | $25 |
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| Admissions interview (required or recommended) | Recommended |
| SAT/ACT requirements | SAT or ACT Required |
96%
acceptance rate
| Accepted | 759 |
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| Declined | 24 |
| Total Received | 783 |
Secondary School GPA
Secondary School Record
Formal demonstration of competencies
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Not Reported
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100%
$18,004
| Tuition | $24,044 |
| Housing | $5,150 |
| Food | $4,634 |
| Additional fees | $2,160 |
| Books & supplies | $1,200 |
| Total | $37,188 |
| Average Financial Aid | - $18,004 |
| Total with Avg. Aid | $19,184 |
Need-based
Not Reported
Non-need-based
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| Net Price Calculator | Visit calculator |
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P: 800 868-6980
F: 706 236-1515
financialaid@shorter.edu
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basketball, dodgeball, flag football, kickball, softball
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| Biochemistry |
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| Biology/Biological Sciences, General |
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| Business Administration and Management, General |
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| Chemistry, General |
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| Computer and Information Sciences, General |
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| Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General |
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| Education/Teaching of Individuals in Elementary Special Education Programs |
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| Educational, Instructional, and Curriculum Supervision |
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| Elementary Education and Teaching |
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| English Language and Literature, General |
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| Fine/Studio Arts, General |
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| History Teacher Education |
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| History, General |
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| Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching |
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| Keyboard Instruments |
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| Marketing/Marketing Management, General |
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| Mathematics Teacher Education |
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| Mathematics, General |
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| Music Performance, General |
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| Music, General |
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| Sport and Fitness Administration/Management |
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| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods, Other |
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| Voice and Opera |
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| Worship Ministry |
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1,447
82%
18%
91%
9%
78%
22%
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98
Transfer applicants enrolled
Students are transfer students
| Minimum requirements |
High School GPA: 2.00 College GPA: 2.00 |
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| College transcript(s) | Required of All |
| Essay or personal statement | Required of Some |
| High school transcript | Required of Some |
| Interview | Recommended of All |
| Standardized test scores | Required of Some |
| Statement of good standing from prior institution(s) | Required of All |
Not reported
Maximum transferred
93
Minimum transfers must complete
30
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| Number of foreign countries represented by degree-seeking undergraduate non-resident aliens | 21 |
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| Countries most often represented |
Australia Brazil France Italy Pakistan Spain |
| Special services offered for international applicants |
Other Special counselors/advisors Special orientation |
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