Academic Programs & Learning

Huntingdon College

What About Academic Quality?

Student-to-Faculty Ratio

14:1

Average students per faculty member

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Full-Time Retention

67%

Students continuing to second year

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Understanding Academic Quality Metrics

Student-Faculty Ratio: A ratio of 14:1 means there are approximately 14 students for every faculty member. This low ratio typically allows for more individualized attention and smaller class sizes.

Retention Rates: These show the percentage of students who return for their second year. Higher retention rates typically indicate student satisfaction, academic support, and program quality.

Graduation Rate Survey Cohort: 89% of entering students are tracked for graduation outcomes.

Who Teaches Here?

Total Teaching Staff
50
Instructional faculty
Student-to-Faculty Ratio
14:1
Students per instructor
Tenured Faculty
14%
7 of 50 instructors

Tenure Status

Tenured (14%) Non-Tenure (8%) Other

Academic Ranks

Professors1
Associate Professors2
Assistant Professors1
Instructors & Lecturers7
Other Instructional Staff39

Understanding Faculty Composition

Huntingdon College employs 50 instructional staff members. About 14% hold tenured positions. The mix of ranked faculty and instructors supports diverse learning experiences.

What Is the Academic Load?

Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) Analysis

788
Total FTE
780
Undergraduate FTE
8
Graduate FTE

FTE Distribution

Undergraduate FTE
780 (99.0%)
Graduate FTE
8 (1.0%)

FTE Analysis

Study Intensity:90.7% FTE ratio indicates a mix of full-time and part-time students

Academic Load: FTE represents the equivalent of full-time students based on credit hours, helping compare institutional capacity regardless of part-time enrollment.

Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) measures the total student enrollment adjusted for course load. One FTE represents a student taking a full course load, while two half-time students equal one FTE. This metric helps compare institutional size and resource allocation across different schools.

How Intensively Do Students Study?

Student Enrollment Intensity

The Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) ratio shows the average course load intensity. An FTE ratio of 1.0 means all students attend full-time, while lower values indicate more part-time enrollment.

90.7%
FTE Ratio
Intensity LevelHigh

Most students maintain full-time or near-full-time course loads, balancing academics with limited outside commitments.

Undergraduate FTE
780
Graduate FTE
8
Total FTE
788
Headcount
869

FTE represents student enrollment adjusted for course load. Two half-time students equal 1 FTE.

FTE Ratio Scale

< 0.5
Low
0.5-0.65
Mod-Low
0.65-0.8
Moderate
0.8-0.95
High
≥ 0.95
Very High

The enrollment intensity shows how committed students are to their studies. Higher FTE ratios indicate more full-time students and intensive programs, while lower ratios suggest flexible scheduling that accommodates working professionals and students with other responsibilities. This information helps you understand whether the institution caters to traditional full-time students or offers more flexibility for adult learners.

Academic Support & Resources

Academic Advising

Students have access to academic advisors who can help with course selection, degree planning, and career guidance. Contact the admissions office to learn about advising services.

Student Success Services

Many institutions offer tutoring, study groups, and academic success workshops. These resources help students develop study skills and overcome academic challenges.

For detailed information about academic support services, tutoring hours, and learning resources, contact Huntingdon College directly at 3348334497 or visit their website .

Key Academic Highlights

  • Student-to-faculty ratio of 14:1 supports personalized learning
  • 50 instructional staff with 14% holding tenured positions
  • Primarily full-time enrollment creates immersive learning environment

Ready to Learn More About Academics at Huntingdon College?

Contact the admissions office to discuss academic programs, support services, and learning options.

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