Location:
Rome, Ga.
On U.S. Hwy. 27 in Northwest Georgia, 72 miles northwest of Atlanta and 75 miles south of Chattanooga, Tenn.
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Campus and Facilities:
Berry has the world’s largest contiguous college campus, spanning more than 26,000 acres of woodlands, meadows and streams. There are 47 primary buildings on campus, including 15 classroom facilities and 13 residence halls. In September 2009, Berry celebrated the completion of its two newest additions – the Audrey B. Morgan and Deerfield residence halls. Housing approximately 350 students, these amazing facilities feature beautiful vistas, spacious common areas and outdoor fireplaces among their amenities. Another recent addition is the 131,000 square-foot Steven J. Cage Athletic and Recreation Center, which opened in January 2008.
Founded:
1902
Type:
Private, coeducational
Student Body:
(Enrollment data for 2009-10 academic year)
1,777 Undergraduate
145 Graduate
78.6 percent from Georgia
41 states
17 foreign countries
Faculty:
96 percent of ranked faculty hold a Ph.D. or equivalent degree
Student to Faculty Ratio:
11.7:1
Accreditation:
Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS)
Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB)
National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE)
National Association of Schools of Music
(NASM)
American Chemical Society (ACS)
Distinctions:
Berry College has been recognized nationally for quality and value by numerous publications and accrediting bodies. Berry’s reputation as a national leader in higher education has been affirmed by admission to the Annapolis Group, an organization of leading independent liberal arts colleges nationwide. Many Annapolis Group members – Berry among them – can be found in the top-tier of national liberal arts colleges identified by U.S. News & World Report in its annual listing of “America’s Best Colleges.” Berry’s commitment to financial aid and meaningful work experience – outlined by President Steve Briggs in a recent editorial published by the Atlanta Journal-Constitution – has resulted in a growing media presence that includes coverage by CNN and the Georgia News Network. Berry is also earning positive recognition for sustainability efforts on campus, posting a “B” grade on the latest College Sustainability Report Card.
Endowment:
$624 million as of Sept. 30, 2009
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Library Assets:
Approximately 877,000 print and microform holdings
More than 2,000 journal subscriptions
Access to 135 research databases
Full-text access to more than 53,000 journals and newspapers
Schools:
Campbell School of Business
Charter School of Education and Human Sciences
Evans School of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences
School of Mathematical and Natural Sciences
Degrees:
Bachelor of Arts
Bachelor of Music
Bachelor of Science
Master of Business Administration
Master of Education
Education Specialist
Dual-Degree Programs:
Engineering with Georgia Institute of Technology
Nursing with Emory University School of Nursing
Pre-Professional Options:
Pre-Dentistry
Pre-Law
Pre-Medicine
Pre-Pharmacy
Pre-Veterinary Medicine
During the current academic year, approximately $46.5 million in financial aid has been awarded through federal, state and institutional programs, including scholarships, loans, grants and work-study.
Scholarships: Both merit and need-based scholarships are offered.
Undergraduates receiving financial aid: 98 percent
For more than a century, Berry has emphasized meaningful work experience as a key component of its educational experience. Today, the nation’s premier on-campus Work Experience Program guarantees all students a paid, on-campus work position every semester, regardless of academic major or financial situation. There are more than 300 different types of jobs available. Though participation in the program is voluntary, more than 90 percent of Berry students choose to work on campus at some point during their academic careers.
In July 2009, Berry was accepted as a provisional member of NCAA Division III. At this time, the college holds dual membership in both the NCAA and the NAIA. Berry teams continue to compete in the NAIA’s Southern States Athletic Conference, though they are ineligible for postseason play due to the pending move to the NCAA. Conference affiliation in the NCAA has yet to be determined. With the addition of women’s softball and men’s and women’s swimming and diving, Berry now offers varsity competition in 16 different sports. These include basketball, cross country, golf, soccer, tennis, and swimming and diving for men and women; baseball for men; and volleyball, equestrian and softball for women. Men’s and women’s lacrosse will be added in 2010-11.
Featured News:
(November 17, 2009)
Berry, UGA Collaborate to Provide Learning Opportunity for Local High School Students
The Rollins Dairy at Berry College has joined forces with the University of Georgia to provide a firsthand educational experience for students at Pepperell High School.
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