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Academics

Quick Stats

Student-Faculty Ratio 11:1
Full-Time Student Population 3,258
Part-Time Student Population 532
Full-Time Instructional Faculty 229
Part-Time Instructional Faculty 119
Total FT Faculty 229
Faculty with Terminal Degree 92%
Average Faculty Salary $83,316
Full-Time Retention Rate 76%
Part-Time Retention Rate 100%
Graduation Rate 61%
Programs/Majors Offered 68
Average Course Load 15 credits
Academic/Career Counseling? Yes
Remedial Services? No
Class Sizes
  • Fewer than 20 Students: 60%
  • 20 to 49 Students: 40%
  • 50 or More Students: 0%

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The academics for most majors are comprehensive and taught by passionate professors. There is always a catch though. Most will find that the academics can be overwhelming, as the required amount of credits per semester is an average of 15 credit hours. Also, there is a guarantee almost that a student will have a difficult time with one of the professors. This isn’t a normal type of difficulty; it is as if the student has an absolute certainty of failing. In this case, the best course to take is to drop the class immediately or take that class elsewhere, if the credits are transferable. When taking a class, be sure to pass the first test at the very least. Otherwise, drop the class and try again some other opportune time. But beyond the negatives, there are the positives. The positive notes of Stetson’s academics are the professors and small class sizes. The ability to receive help is easy in almost any subject and readily available at designated office hours. Stetson also provides tutoring rooms in various subjects that are difficult. Overall, Stetson has impressive core professors but could use some much-needed improvements in a few departments. There are small classes, which may become a hindrance if personality conflicts arise.

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Academics at Stetson University

smasters7291

Accounting '13

4.6
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The Professors Help With Relating the Topics to Real World Situations.

The professors at the school try exceptionally hard to make sure that the students get a grasp on the material being taught in class and also make sure that they can relate it to real world situations so that students get a better grasp at how to solve different problems in different situations.

May 17, 2012

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Academics at Stetson University

LauraPP

Religion '12

0.8
D-

A White University--Not Open to Diversity

This university boasts alot of pluses--small classes, personal attention etc, but it is demographically very white, both in faculty and student body. There are many racially motivated events on campus. They have no South asia, African studies or latin studies programs. They do not support diversity in their currriculum either. Avoid it. A highly selective, deeply racially divided community. Terrible experience. Would not come back.

Mar 30, 2012

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aVandelay

Business Management '15

4.6
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you get what you pay for: a quality education.

The academics at Stetson are far better than at any school in the region. The classes are caped at under 20 students per professor. This enables the professors to know all their students and form a bond with their students that is lacking at other universities.

Feb 27, 2012

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User rating for Stetson University - Academics is 4.6 out of 5 based on 30 user reviews.

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Facts

Instructional Programs Occupational: No
Academic: Yes
Continuing Professional: Yes
Recreational/Avocational: No
Adult Basic Remedial: No
Secondary (High School): No
Special Credit Opportunities Advanced Placement (AP) Credits: Yes
Dual Credit: Yes
Life Experience Credits: No
AP Test Score Requirements Possible credit for scores of 3, 4, or 5
IB Test Score Requirements Possible credit for scores of 5 or higher
Undergraduate Schools/Divisions
  • College of Arts and Sciences
  • School of Business Administration
  • School of Music
Degrees Awarded
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Doctorate - Professional practice
  • Master's degree
  • Post-master's certificate
Most Popular Majors
  • Business Administration and Management: 9%
  • Educational Administration: 2%
  • Finance, General: 3%
  • Law: 15%
Special Study Options
  • Study abroad
  • Teacher certification (below the postsecondary level)
  • Weekend/evening college
Best Places to Study The library
Did You Know?
  • Stetson University has a specific fast track for those getting an MBA and JD.
  • Stetson also offers family business and electronic business technology bachelor degrees.

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Nicholas Mrozowski
Hometown
Antioch, Calif. and Sebring, Fla.
Major
Finance/Business Law minor

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