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Presentation College

country rank  1627
world rank  6509

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Overview

Established in 1951, the Presentation College is a non-profit private multidisciplinary higher education institution located in the rural setting of the large town of Aberdeen (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), South Dakota. Officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Presentation College (PC) is a very small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 500-999 students) coeducational US higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Catholic religion. Presentation College (PC) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 72-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 90-99% making this US higher education organization a least selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. PC also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Presentation College's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Presentation College's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Presentation College' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small-sized

Selectivity

Presentation College's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateleast selective

University Identity

Name
Acronym PC
Founded 1951
Colours Green and gold
Mascot Spirit the Saint Bernard

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University Location

Address 1500 N Main
Aberdeen
57401-1280 South Dakota
United States
Presentation College's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Presentation College Phone Number +1 (605) 225 1634
Presentation College Fax Number +1

Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Presentation College's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Presentation College's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Presentation College's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Presentation College.

Presentation College: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
20,000-24,999 US$
(18,225-22,780 Euro)
17,500-19,999 US$
(15,950-18,225 Euro)
International
students
20,000-24,999 US$
(18,225-22,780 Euro)
17,500-19,999 US$
(15,950-18,225 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic Presentation College's admission information.

Presentation College's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Presentation College's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Presentation College a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Presentation College's acceptance rate range is 90-99% making this institution a least selective higher education institution.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is considered but not required
  • Secondary school record is neither required nor recommended
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is neither required nor recommended
  • Recommendations are considered but not required
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Presentation College's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Presentation College's Admission Office Admission Office






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Size and Profile

Introduction

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Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Presentation College.

Presentation College's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Presentation College has an enrollment range of 500-999 students making it a very small-sized institution.


Presentation College's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 50-99 academic employees (Faculty).


Presentation College's Control Type Control Type

Presentation College is a private higher education institution.


Presentation College's Entity Type Entity Type

Presentation College is a non-profit higher education institution.


Presentation College's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Rural setting.


Presentation College's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Presentation College is Christian-Catholic Religious Affiliation

Presentation College has a Christian-Catholic affiliation.


Carnegie Classification

Introduction

The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education is a framework for categorizing colleges and universities in the United States...


The classification was first created by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in 1970, and it has been updated periodically since then. The Carnegie Classification is based on a set of criteria, such as the level and types of degrees offered, research activity and enrollment size. Institutions are classified into one of several categories based on these criteria, ranging from "doctoral universities" with very high research activity to "special focus institutions" that primarily award degrees in a specific field, such as the arts or health professions. The classification allows for quick comparisons between institutions within and across categories.

Carnegie Classification

uniRank provides below the official Presentation College's Carnegie classification.

Basic Classification Baccalaureate Colleges: Diverse Fields
Size & Setting Four-year, very small, primarily residential institution
Enrollment Profile Very high undergraduate
Undergraduate Profile Four-year, medium full-time, inclusive, higher transfer-in institution
Undergraduate Instructional Program Professions focus, some graduate coexistence
Graduate Instructional Program Postbaccalaureate: Single program-Other

Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Presentation College's main facilities:


Presentation College's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Presentation College's Library

Presentation College's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 11,057 physical volumes, 499 physical media and 21 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 7 full-time employees, including 2 librarians. Presentation College's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

Presentation College's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.

In particular, the Presentation College provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 298 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

Presentation College's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Not reported



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Presentation College's main services:


Presentation College's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported

Presentation College's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Not reported

Presentation College's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.

In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Presentation College's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

Presentation College's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Presentation College's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Presentation College is legally recognized and/or accredited by: Higher Learning Commission


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Presentation College's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education
  • Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
  • International Accreditation Council for Business Education
  • Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Presentation College's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of disciplines and fields of study a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

Introduction

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Social Media

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

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TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

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Video Presentation

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