Athabasca University
- 1 University Drive, Athabasca, AB, T9S 3A3view map
- (780) 675-6100
- (800) 788-9041
- (780) 675-6437
- March 01, 2010
- www.athabascau.ca
Fact Sheet
- Enrolments are “Full-time Equivalent” (FTE) figures (Statistics Canada)
- Operating Expenditures (CAUBO)
- Research Grants (Tri-Council)
- Library Holdings (CARL)
- 1970
- University
- Specialized
- English
- 34,952
- 3,543
- $118 Million
- $4.7 Million
Student survey results and additional indicators
For: Athabasca University
Institution size classification: Medium (see the methodology)
Notes
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Canadian University Report - Student Survey
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Third Party Data - additonal indicators
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Tuition
| Results for: All fields of study |
Results  |
Average |
| Tuition and Ancillary Fees |
$5,050
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$4,842
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Overall Student Satisfaction
| Results for: All fields of study |
Results |
Average |
| Overall Satisfaction |
N/A
|
A-
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Quality of Teaching
| Results for: All fields of study |
Results |
Average |
| Satisfaction with Overall Quality of Education |
N/A
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A-
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| Satisfaction with Teaching Quality |
N/A
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B+
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| Satisfaction with Faculty Availability to Students |
N/A
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A-
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| Satisfaction with Faculty Members Knowledge of Subject |
N/A
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A
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| Satisfaction with Level of Interaction with Faculty |
N/A
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B
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| Satisfaction with Usefulness of Faculty Feedback |
N/A
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B
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| Satisfaction with Quality of Academic Advising |
N/A
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B-
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| Teaching Awards (3M Teaching Awards) |
N/A
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1
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Academic Resources
| Results for: All fields of study |
Results |
Average |
| Satisfaction with Convenience of Class Scheduling |
N/A
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B-
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| Satisfaction with Ease of Course Registration Process |
N/A
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B
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| Satisfaction with Number of Courses to Choose from |
N/A
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B
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| Satisfaction with Space to Register in Courses Necessary to Complete Your Degree |
N/A
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B-
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| Satisfaction with Co-Op/ Internship Opportunities |
N/A
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B-
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Campus Atmosphere
| Results for: All fields of study |
Results |
Average |
| Satisfaction with Overall University Atmosphere |
N/A
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A-
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| Satisfaction with Sense of Community on Campus |
N/A
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B
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| Satisfaction with Diversity of Extracurricular Activities |
N/A
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B+
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| Satisfaction with Sense of Personal Safety and Security |
N/A
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A
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| Satisfaction with Tolerance for Diverse Opinions and Ideas |
N/A
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A-
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| Satisfaction with Helpfulness of Administrative Staff |
N/A
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B
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Class Size
| Results for: All fields of study |
Results |
Average |
| Satisfaction with Class Size |
N/A
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B+
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| Average # of Students in 1st year Class |
N/A
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210
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| Percentage of All First Year Classes with < 30 Students |
N/A
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9%
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| Percentage of All First Year Classes with 30-100 students |
N/A
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39%
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| Percentage of All First Year Classes with 100+ Students |
N/A
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52%
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| Percentage of All Fourth Year Classes with < 30 Students |
N/A
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29%
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| Percentage of All Fourth Year Classes with 30-100 students |
N/A
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59%
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| Percentage of All Fourth Year Classes with 100+ Students |
N/A
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13%
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Technology
| Results for: All fields of study |
Results |
Average |
| Satisfaction with Overall Quality and Availability of Technology On-Campus |
N/A
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B+
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| Satisfaction with On-Campus Network |
N/A
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B+
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| Satisfaction with Computer Accessibility On-Campus |
N/A
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B+
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| Satisfaction with Availability of Up-To-Date Technology in Classrooms |
N/A
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B
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| Satisfaction with Availability of Up-To-Date Computer Equipment On-Campus |
N/A
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A-
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| Satisfaction with Access to Course/ Teaching Materials On-Line |
N/A
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A-
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| Satisfaction with Labs and Research Equipment |
N/A
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B+
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Physical Infrastructure
| Results for: All fields of study |
Results |
Average |
| Satisfaction with Overall Quality of On-Campus Buildings and Facilities |
N/A
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B
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| Satisfaction with Classrooms and Lecture Halls |
N/A
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B
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| Satisfaction with Student Residences |
N/A
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C+
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| Satisfaction with the Attractiveness of Campus |
N/A
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B+
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| Satisfaction with Physical Fitness, Sports and Recreational Facilities |
N/A
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A-
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Libraries
| Results for: All fields of study |
Results |
Average |
| Overall Library Satisfaction |
N/A
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A-
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| Satisfaction with Availability of Study Space |
N/A
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B
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| Satisfaction with Library Hours of Operation |
N/A
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A-
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| Satisfaction with Total Library Holdings |
N/A
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B+
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| Satisfaction with Online Library Resources |
N/A
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A-
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| Satisfaction with Library Staff |
N/A
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A-
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| Library Expenditures per Student |
$8,214
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$1,150
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| Library holdings per Student |
N/A
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319
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Campus Activity
| Results for: All fields of study |
Results |
Average |
| How Often Attended Campus Social Events |
N/A
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Sometimes
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| How Often Attended Home Games of University Athletic Teams |
N/A
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Rarely
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| How Often Participated in Student Clubs |
N/A
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Rarely
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| How Often Participated in Recreational and Sports Programs |
N/A
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Rarely
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| How Often Attended Campus Cultural Events |
N/A
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Rarely
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| How Often Participated in Community Service / Volunteer Activities |
N/A
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Rarely
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Student Academic Experience
| Results for: All fields of study |
Results |
Average |
| How Often Sought Advice from Professors About Marks or Assignments |
N/A
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Often
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| How Often Worked in Groups to Complete Assignments or Readings |
N/A
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Often
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| Number of Required Textbooks, Novels, Books or Course Packs Read |
N/A
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6 to 10
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| How Often Presented in Class |
N/A
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Sometimes
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| Number of Books or Novels Read for Personal Satisfaction |
N/A
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1 or 2
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| Number of Written Papers or Reports - Less than 5 pages |
N/A
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3 to 5
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| Number of Written Papers or Reports - 5 to 10 pages |
N/A
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3 to 5
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| Number of Written Papers or Reports - 11 to 19 pages |
N/A
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1 or 2
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| Number of Written Papers or Reports - 20 pages or More |
N/A
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None
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Athletics
| Results for: All fields of study |
Results |
Average |
| Satisfaction with Recreational and Athletic Programs and Services |
N/A
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B+
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| Percentage of Students Using Campus Recreation and Athletic Programs and Services |
N/A
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67%
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| Athletic Scholarship Amounts per Athlete |
N/A
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$691
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| CIS Top Three Finishes |
N/A
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2
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Student Services
| Results for: All fields of study |
Results |
Average |
| Overall Quality of Student Services |
N/A
|
B
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| Satisfaction with Academic Support and Counseling |
N/A
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B-
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| Percentage of Students Using Academic Support and Counseling |
N/A
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55%
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| Satisfaction with Campus Bookstore |
N/A
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B
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| Percentage of Students Using Campus Bookstore |
N/A
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98%
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| Satisfaction with Food Services |
N/A
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C
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| Percentage of Students Using Food Services |
N/A
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90%
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| Satisfaction with Campus Medical Services |
N/A
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B
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| Percentage of Students Using Campus Medical Services |
N/A
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44%
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| Satisfaction with Services for Aboriginal Students |
N/A
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C+
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| Percentage of Students Using Services for Aboriginal Students |
N/A
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3%
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| Satisfaction with Services for International Students |
N/A
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B-
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| Percentage of Students Using Services for International Students |
N/A
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6%
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| Satisfaction with Services for Students with Disabilities |
N/A
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B-
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| Percentage of Students Using Services for Students with Disabilities |
N/A
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6%
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Costs
| Results for: All fields of study |
Results |
Average |
| Tuition and Ancillary Fees |
$5,050
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$4,842
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| Tuition and Ancillary Fees Min |
$5,050
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$4,842
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| Tuition and Ancillary Fees Max |
$5,890
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$5,525
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| Room and Board Min |
N/A
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$6,874
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| Room and Board Max |
N/A
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$8,751
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| Off-Campus Housing Min |
N/A
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$4,527
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| Off-Campus Housing Max |
N/A
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$5,670
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Student Financial Assistance
| Results for: All fields of study |
Results |
Average |
| Satisfaction with the Overall Availability of Financial Assistance |
N/A
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C
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| Satisfaction with the Availability of Need-Based Scholarships and/ or Bursaries |
N/A
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C
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| Satisfaction with the Availability of Merit Scholarships |
N/A
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C+
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Employment
| Results for: All fields of study |
Results |
Average |
| Satisfaction with the Degree to Which University Experience Will Prepare you for Employment |
N/A
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B
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| Satisfaction with Reputation of your University Among Employers |
N/A
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B
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| Satisfaction with Overall Quality of Career Preparation |
N/A
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B-
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| Satisfaction with Opportunities to Acquire Work Related Knowledge |
N/A
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B-
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| Satisfaction with On-Campus Employment Opportunities |
N/A
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C+
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Student Enrolment
| Results for: All fields of study |
Results |
Average |
| % Male - Full-Time, Undergraduate |
32%
|
42%
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| % Female - Full-Time, Undergraduate |
68%
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58%
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| Percentage of International Students |
N/A
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6%
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Faculty
| Results for: All fields of study |
Results |
Average |
| Total Faculty, Full-Time |
105
|
727
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| % Faculty Male |
54%
|
66%
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| % Faculty Female |
46%
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34%
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Average results among schools of size: Medium
