
315 Shorter Avenue, Rome, GA 30165, USA

Shorter University provides a diverse athletic program that caters to a variety of interests and competitive levels. The institution offers both men's and women's sports teams, competing primarily in the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA). Students have opportunities to participate in sports such as basketball, soccer, baseball, softball, volleyball, and cross country. The university emphasizes developing student-athletes both on and off the field, promoting teamwork, discipline, and academic achievement alongside athletic competition.
Shorter University offers a variety of student groups and associations designed to enhance campus life and foster community engagement. These organizations provide opportunities for students to develop leadership skills, pursue interests, and build networks. However, specific details regarding the names or types of student groups are not available from the current data sources.
Shorter University hosts a moderately sized student body, with a total enrollment of 367 new students, combining both freshmen and transfer students. Freshmen account for 269 of these new enrollees, a figure that positions the university in the lower third nationally for incoming freshman class size. Transfer students number 98, which similarly ranks in the bottom 40 percent among comparable institutions.
The university's student composition is heavily weighted toward in-state students, who make up 81 percent of the student population, a proportion considered relatively high and placing the university in the top 30 percent nationally for in-state representation. Out-of-state students constitute 16 percent of the population, which is about average but falls into the lower 35 percent compared to other universities. Domestic students overall form 97 percent of the enrollment, a percentage that ranks in the top third of institutions. Conversely, international students come from approximately three different countries, placing Shorter University near the median in terms of foreign diversity.
The age distribution among undergraduates shows a majority between 18 and 21 years old, with 470 students aged 18-19 and 390 aged 20-21. The presence of younger students under 18 is notable but smaller, with 165 enrolled. The university also serves non-traditional students across a broad range of ages, including a modest number of students aged 22 through 64, and a few beyond 65 years old. Graduate students represent a smaller cohort, predominantly aged 22 and older, with the largest groups between 22-24 and 25-29 years old.
Shorter University has a total enrollment of approximately 1,216 students, placing it in the lower range compared to other institutions. The campus spans about 115 units, although the specific measurement is not defined. This size suggests a setting that may offer a more intimate academic environment.
The university does not publicly provide details about campus media outlets such as newspapers, radio, or television, nor does it specify cultural or artistic programs like drama, band, or chorus activities. Similarly, information regarding student support services-including health clinics, psychological counseling, legal services, veterans' offices, or women's centers-is not disclosed.
Prospective students seeking a vibrant campus life with well-documented extracurricular offerings or extensive student services may find limited publicly available information about these aspects at Shorter University. The available data primarily highlight its modest enrollment and campus scale.
Shorter University provides students access to the Livingston Library, which serves as the institution's sole library facility. This library offers both physical and digital resources, supported by trained staff to assist students in their research and study needs. The library maintains established hours and allows access to shared collections, ensuring that students benefit from a range of academic materials despite the limited number of libraries on campus.
Total enrollment
1216Full Time Degree Seeking Freshmen
Data not availableMember of Athletic Associations
Data not availableTotal staff
Data not availableVeterans affair office
NoMain library name
Livingston LibraryNumber of libraries on campus
1Reservable study rooms in library
No24h access
NoPhysical facilities
YesAccess to digital/electronic resources
YesStaff trained to provide and interpret library materials
YesEstablished library hours
YesAccess to library collections that are shared with other institutions
Yes