Shorter University Demographics & Diversity Overview

34%
Minority Students
56%
Female Students
2%
International
11
States Represented

Race & Ethnicity

Shorter University has a diverse student body with 34% students of color and 2% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.

Racial & Ethnic Composition

White
65.3%(877)
Hispanic
9.7%(130)
African American
17.0%(228)
Asian
1.1%(15)
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.7%(9)
Pacific Islander
0.2%(3)
Two or More Races
3.2%(43)
Unknown
2.9%(39)

Diversity Highlights

Students of Color34%
Total Enrollment1,515
International Students2%

Cultural Engagement

Shorter University offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.

Gender Distribution

Shorter University has a gender distribution of 56% female students and 44% male students.

Overall Gender Distribution

Men
44.1%(606)
Women
55.9%(767)

Gender Statistics

Men606

40% of total enrollment

Women767

51% of total enrollment

Age Distribution

Shorter University serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 65% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 12% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.

Undergraduate Ages

Under 18
13.7%(188)
18-19
35.9%(491)
20-21
29.5%(404)
22-24
8.8%(120)
25+
12.1%(166)

Graduate Student Ages

20-21
9.9%(14)
22-24
38.0%(54)
25+
52.1%(74)

Age Diversity Insights

65%

Traditional Age (18-21)

12%

Non-Traditional (25+)

9%

Graduate Students

Geographic Diversity

Shorter University attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 2% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 85% in-state residents, 14% out-of-state students, and 2% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.

Geographic Origin

In-State
84.5%(224)
Out-of-State
14.0%(37)
International
1.5%(4)

Regional Representation

In-State224

85% of student body

Out-of-State37

14% of student body

International4

2% of student body

States Represented

11 states are represented on campus.

Diversity Metrics

Ethnic Diversity

34%

Students of Color

Gender Balance

56%

Female Students

Global Reach

2%

International

Age Diversity

12%

Non-Traditional Age