Institutional Characteristics
Next table compares basic academic information between Atlantic Sun Conference (A-Sun). By school type, There are 6 public and 4 private schools in Atlantic Sun Conference (A-Sun). By school level, all 10 Atlantic Sun Conference (A-Sun) are 4 years or high institutes.
| Name | Location | Type/Level | Highest Degree | Offered Degree | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville University | Jacksonville, FL | Private (not-for-profit), 4 or more years | Doctor's degree - professional practice | Bachelor, Master, Doctorate, Post-Graduate | |
| University of North Florida | Jacksonville, FL | Public, 4 or more years | Doctor's degree - research/scholarship and professional practice | Associate, Bachelor, Master, Doctorate, Post-Graduate | |
| Stetson University | DeLand, FL | Private (not-for-profit), 4 or more years | Doctor's degree - professional practice | Bachelor, Master, Doctorate, Post-Graduate | |
| Kennesaw State University | Kennesaw, GA | Public, 4 or more years | Doctor's degree - research/scholarship | Certificate, Bachelor, Master, Doctorate, Post-Graduate | |
| Mercer University | Macon, GA | Private (not-for-profit), 4 or more years | Doctor's degree - research/scholarship and professional practice | Bachelor, Master, Doctorate, Post-Graduate | |
| Northern Kentucky University | Highland Heights, KY | Public, 4 or more years | Doctor's degree - research/scholarship and professional practice | Certificate, Associate, Bachelor, Master, Doctorate, Post-Graduate | |
| University of South Carolina-Upstate | Spartanburg, SC | Public, 4 or more years | Master's degree | Bachelor, Master, Post-Graduate | |
| Lipscomb University | Nashville, TN | Private (not-for-profit), 4 or more years | Doctor's degree - research/scholarship and professional practice | Associate, Bachelor, Master, Doctorate, Post-Graduate | |
| East Tennessee State University | Johnson City, TN | Public, 4 or more years | Doctor's degree - research/scholarship and professional practice | Certificate, Bachelor, Master, Doctorate, Post-Graduate | |
| Florida Gulf Coast University | Fort Myers, FL | Public, 4 or more years | Doctor's degree - research/scholarship and professional practice | Associate, Bachelor, Master, Doctorate, Post-Graduate |
Cost of Attendance (COA)
Next table compares the 2017 total costs of attendance between Atlantic Sun Conference (A-Sun). For in-State students, the average COA is $23,342 when living on campus and $24,283 when living outside of campus. For out-of-state students, the average COA is $43,297 when living on campus and $44,238 when living off campus.
| Name | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Living Costs | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| In-State | Out-of-State | On-Campus | Off-Campus | |||
| East Tennessee State University | $8,341 | $25,573 | $1,090 | $13,652 | $13,652 | |
| University of North Florida | $6,394 | $20,798 | $1,200 | $13,616 | $13,768 | |
| Jacksonville University | $33,930 | $1,320 | $16,263 | $20,264 | ||
| Florida Gulf Coast University | $6,118 | $25,162 | $1,200 | $13,072 | $13,072 | |
| This school does not have undergraduate programs. | ||||||
| Stetson University | $43,240 | $1,200 | $15,326 | $15,326 | ||
| University of South Carolina-Upstate | $11,190 | $22,188 | $1,600 | $11,471 | $14,493 | |
| Northern Kentucky University | $9,384 | $18,384 | $800 | $12,026 | $14,878 | |
| Mercer University | $35,130 | $1,200 | $14,184 | $14,184 | ||
| Lipscomb University | $29,756 | $1,500 | $14,790 | $13,230 | ||
| Average | $8,285 | $28,240 | $1,234 | $13,822 | $14,763 | |
Acceptane Ratio and Application Statistics
Next table compares admission related statistics including number of applicants, admitted, and enrolled between Atlantic Sun Conference (A-Sun). The average admistion ratio of Atlantic Sun Conference (A-Sun) is 63.19% and the average admission yield (enrollment ratio) is 34.25%. The numbers in parenthesis() in table represent data by gender (men/women) for each cell respectively. This statistics is based on the lastest data from IPEDS, U.S. Department of Education for academic year 2015-2016.
| Name | Applicants | Admitted | Enrolled | Acceptance Rate | Enrollment Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville University | 2,939 (1,263/1,676) | 1,648 (701/947) | 400 (175/225) | 56.07% (55.5%/56.5%) | 24.27% (25.0%/13.4%) | |
| University of North Florida | 11,154 (4,302/6,852) | 6,756 (2,642/4,114) | 1,862 (806/1,056) | 60.57% (61.4%/60.0%) | 27.56% (30.5%/15.4%) | |
| Stetson University | 10,986 (4,678/6,308) | 6,728 (2,663/4,065) | 773 (309/464) | 61.24% (56.9%/64.4%) | 11.49% (11.6%/7.4%) | |
| Kennesaw State University | 11,615 (4,971/6,644) | 6,208 (2,690/3,518) | 3,752 (1,674/2,078) | 53.45% (54.1%/53.0%) | 60.44% (62.2%/31.3%) | |
| Mercer University | 4,375 (1,780/2,595) | 2,919 (1,250/1,669) | 807 (385/422) | 66.72% (70.2%/64.3%) | 27.65% (30.8%/16.3%) | |
| Northern Kentucky University | 6,293 (2,391/3,902) | 5,709 (2,226/3,483) | 2,193 (998/1,195) | 90.72% (93.1%/89.3%) | 38.41% (44.8%/30.6%) | |
| University of South Carolina-Upstate | 4,069 (1,276/2,718) | 1,905 (595/1,292) | 801 (256/545) | 46.82% (46.6%/47.5%) | 42.05% (43.0%/20.1%) | |
| Lipscomb University | 3,699 (1,329/2,370) | 2,056 (752/1,304) | 630 (237/393) | 55.58% (56.6%/55.0%) | 30.64% (31.5%/16.6%) | |
| East Tennessee State University | 5,252 (2,235/3,017) | 4,818 (2,039/2,779) | 2,055 (929/1,126) | 91.74% (91.2%/92.1%) | 42.65% (45.6%/37.3%) | |
| Florida Gulf Coast University | 13,773 (5,798/7,975) | 8,110 (3,270/4,840) | 2,775 (1,219/1,556) | 58.88% (56.4%/60.7%) | 34.22% (37.3%/19.5%) | |
| Average | 7,416 (3,002/3,002) | 4,686 (1,883/2,801) | 1,605 (699/906) | 63.19% (62.7%/93.3%) | 34.25% (37.1%/32.3%) |
Graduation Rate Comparison
Next table compares 2016 graduation rates between Atlantic Sun Conference (A-Sun). The average graduation rate of Atlantic Sun Conference (A-Sun) is 46.82% where 5,351 students out of 11,430 candidates have complete their courses and degrees. The rate is cacluated as the total number of completers withing 150% of normal time (for eaxample, 6 years for 4 years BS program) divided by the candidates. The numbers in parenthesis() represent data by gender (men/women) for each cell respectively.
| Name | Graduation Rate | Completers | Candidates | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville University | 40.90% (37.50% / 44.21%) | 272 (123 / 149) | 665 (328 / 337) | |
| University of North Florida | 54.81% (49.55% / 58.99%) | 1,110 (444 / 666) | 2,025 (896 / 1,129) | |
| Stetson University | 63.94% (62.88% / 64.84%) | 321 (144 / 177) | 502 (229 / 273) | |
| Mercer University | 61.31% (54.84% / 66.48%) | 385 (153 / 232) | 628 (279 / 349) | |
| Northern Kentucky University | 39.92% (36.15% / 42.94%) | 861 (347 / 514) | 2,157 (960 / 1,197) | |
| University of South Carolina-Upstate | 40.02% (33.33% / 43.70%) | 335 (99 / 236) | 837 (297 / 540) | |
| Lipscomb University | 54.88% (56.09% / 54.12%) | 326 (129 / 197) | 594 (230 / 364) | |
| East Tennessee State University | 43.29% (38.63% / 47.03%) | 893 (355 / 538) | 2,063 (919 / 1,144) | |
| Florida Gulf Coast University | 43.29% (38.85% / 46.83%) | 848 (338 / 510) | 1,959 (870 / 1,089) | |
| Total | 46.82% (42.57% / 50.12%) | 5,351 (2,132 / 3,219) |
11,430 (5,008 / 6,422) |
Student Population
Next table compares 2016 enrollment for both undergraduate nad graduate schools between Atlantic Sun Conference (A-Sun). The total population of Atlantic Sun Conference (A-Sun) is 87,195 with 50,990 femail students and 36,205 male students. This enrollment statistics is based on the lastest data from IPEDS, U.S. Department of Education for academic year 2015-2016.
| Name | Total | Men | Women | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville University | 4,048 | 1,381 | 2,667 | |
| University of North Florida | 15,675 | 6,877 | 8,798 | |
| Stetson University | 4,330 | 1,892 | 2,438 | |
| Mercer University | 8,600 | 3,229 | 5,371 | |
| Northern Kentucky University | 14,699 | 6,333 | 8,366 | |
| University of South Carolina-Upstate | 5,996 | 2,100 | 3,896 | |
| Lipscomb University | 4,680 | 1,781 | 2,899 | |
| East Tennessee State University | 14,334 | 6,111 | 8,223 | |
| Florida Gulf Coast University | 14,833 | 6,501 | 8,332 | |
| Total | 87,195 | 36,205 | 50,990 |
Special Learning Opportunity
Next table compares the special learning opportunities between Atlantic Sun Conference (A-Sun) including distance learning opportunities, ROTC program, Study abroad, and more special chances of learning. This statistics is based on the lastest data from IPEDS, U.S. Department of Education for academic year 2015-2016.
| Name | Online Class | ROTC | Teacher Cert. | Study Abroad | Weekend/ Evening College | Compus Housing* | Meal Plan** | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville University | Under, | NAVY | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (1,139) | ✔ ($4,520) | |
| University of North Florida | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (3,500) | ✔ ($3,715) | |
| Stetson University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (2,119) | ✔ ($5,070) | |
| Kennesaw State University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (3,044) | ✔ ($4,360) | |
| Mercer University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (1,833) | ✔ ($5,918) | |
| Northern Kentucky University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (2,004) | ✔ | |
| University of South Carolina-Upstate | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,048) | ✔ ($2,974) | |
| Lipscomb University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (1,541) | ✔ ($4,840) | |
| East Tennessee State University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (3,018) | ✔ ($3,350) | |
| Florida Gulf Coast University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (4,748) | ✔ ($5,000) |
Student Services on Campus
Next table compares the on-campus students services and facilities between Atlantic Sun Conference (A-Sun) including Remedial Service, Student Counseling, Employment services for current students, Placement service for program completers, On-campus daycare facility, and library information.
| Name | Remedial Services | Career Counseling | Employment Service | Placement Service | On Campus Daycare | Library Facilities | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Has own library | |
| University of North Florida | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Has own library | |
| Stetson University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Has own library | |
| Kennesaw State University | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Has own library | |
| Mercer University | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Has own library | |
| Northern Kentucky University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Has own library | |
| University of South Carolina-Upstate | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Has own library | |
| Lipscomb University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Has own library | |
| East Tennessee State University | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Has own library | |
| Florida Gulf Coast University | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Has own library |
Athletics Associations
Next table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of Atlantic Sun Conference (A-Sun). Among 10 Atlantic Sun Conference (A-Sun), 10 schoools are member of NAA, 10 schoools are member of NCAA, and 1 schoools are member of NAIA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville University | NAA, NCAA | Pioneer Football League | Atlantic Sun Conference | Atlantic Sun Conference | 12 athletic programs | |
| University of North Florida | NAA, NCAA | - | Atlantic Sun Conference | Atlantic Sun Conference | 10 athletic programs | |
| Stetson University | NAA, NCAA | Pioneer Football League | Atlantic Sun Conference | Atlantic Sun Conference | 12 athletic programs | |
| Kennesaw State University | NAA, NCAA, NAIA | - | Atlantic Sun Conference | Atlantic Sun Conference | 9 athletic programs | |
| Mercer University | NAA, NCAA | Southern Conference | Southern Conference | Southland Conference | 12 athletic programs | |
| Northern Kentucky University | NAA, NCAA | - | Horizon League | Horizon League | 8 athletic programs | |
| University of South Carolina-Upstate | NAA, NCAA | - | Atlantic Sun Conference | Atlantic Sun Conference | 8 athletic programs | |
| Lipscomb University | NAA, NCAA | - | Atlantic Sun Conference | Atlantic Sun Conference | 8 athletic programs | |
| East Tennessee State University | NAA, NCAA | Southern Conference | Southern Conference | Southern Conference | 8 athletic programs | |
| Florida Gulf Coast University | NAA, NCAA | - | Atlantic Sun Conference | Atlantic Sun Conference | 10 athletic programs |
NAA: National Athletic Association
NCAA: National Collegiate Athletic Association
NAIA: National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics
Additional Characteristics
Next table compares and describes additional facts of Atlantic Sun Conference (A-Sun) including religious affiliation, specialized schools, and medical degerr offer, and other facts.
| Name | Religious Affiliation | Historical Black School | Tribal School | Has Hospital | Offer Medical Degree | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville University | Not applicable | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | |
| University of North Florida | Not applicable | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | |
| Stetson University | Not applicable | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | |
| Kennesaw State University | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| Mercer University | Not applicable | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | |
| Northern Kentucky University | Not applicable | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | |
| University of South Carolina-Upstate | Not applicable | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | |
| Lipscomb University | Churches of Christ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | |
| East Tennessee State University | Not applicable | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | |
| Florida Gulf Coast University | Not applicable | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*number in campus housing: domitory capacity
**number in meal plan: yearly costs