2008-2009 Annual Report

4 RIGOROUS ““ Cedarville provides a challenging academic atmosphere and exciting opportunities! The faculty hold high academic standards and model how to spread the Gospel in whatever field we pursue. They support practical experience and provide opportunities for students to grow. During the first semester of the geology program, I was able to conduct independent research that I later presented at the Geological Society of America Conference in Oregon. I’m so grateful for the support, guidance, and opportunities Cedarville has provided me, which I likely would not have had at any other University. ” Kristen Baechtle ’12, Geology, Vestal, NewYork The education offered at Cedarville reflects our commitment to excellence. Your gifts provide exceptional resources, facilities, and opportunities for students’ professional growth. Academics Full-Time Equivalent Faculty ................... 200 FacultyWith Doctorates ......................... 64% Average Class Size ..................................... 20 Student-Faculty Ratio ............................ 14:1 Major Fields of Study ................................ 78 Largest Academic Departments Business Administration ......................... 356 Nursing ................................................... 346 Engineering and Computer Science ........ 331 Science and Mathematics ....................... 328 Communication Arts ............................... 263 New Programs in Fall 2009 Geology Journalism Pharmacy Academic Quality More than 100 accredited programs of study Top rankings at national competitions in business, engineering, forensics, debate, political studies, and more Caring Christian professors who bring real-world experience as authors, diplomats, physicians, engineers, social workers, teachers, and more Recognition as one of the best universities in the Midwest by U.S.News & World Report , Peterson’s Competitive Colleges , and The Princeton Review First-place rankings in a recent national student satisfaction survey for academic excellence, career services, computer labs, and more Accreditation Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (www.ncahlc.org , 312-263-0456) Program-Specific Accreditation Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology Association of Christian Schools International Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education Council on Social Work Education National Association of Schools of Music National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education Ohio Department of Education Degrees Offered Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Bachelor of Music (B.M.) Bachelor of Music Education (B.M.E.) Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering (B.S.Cp.E.) Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (B.S.E.E.) Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (B.S.M.E.) Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.S.N.) Master of Education (M.Ed.) www.cedarville.edu/academics 5 ACADEMICS