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Brevard College (BC) is a small undergraduate liberal arts college in Brevard, North Carolina that was formed in 1934 following the merger of Rutherford College and Weaver College. The 120 acre college campus is located in the heart of Brevard in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. It is also proximite to Pisgah National Forest and the Blue Ridge Parkway.
Brevard College provides over 40 majors and minors ranging from organizational management to wilderness leadership and experiential education. The athletic teams, which are known as the Tornadoes, participate in men’s baseball, basketball, cross country, women’s softball track and field, soccer, and tennis among other sports. There is a plethora of student clubs and organizations like the BC DiscGolf, Ninpo Tai Jutsuu, Paddling Club and Serenity Women’s A Capella.
Students attend Brevard in Brevard, NC, a town not far from a more urbanized area. The school is proud of its United Methodist status. Brevard is a private, not-for-profit institution. The school degrees go up to the Bachelor's degree.
Brevard is known for its programs in drama and performing arts, fine arts, nutrition and exercise therapy, and conservation and resource management.
The school is selective and does not offer open admission. Three quarters of students in 2007-2008 had SAT verbal scores of at least 430. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 430 and 540.
The school maintains a faculty/student ratio (full-time) which is better than most colleges. Brevard has a tenure system for senior faculty.
There are 675 students at the school (as of 2007-2008).
Brevard has a residential or campus feel. The school offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. Brevard values student athletics, and belongs to the South Atlantic Conference. The school offers athletic financial aid to more of its students than do most colleges.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Brevard College is a baccalaureate, residential, church-affiliated institution situated in the
Southern Appalachian mountains. Offering an education in theoretical and applied liberal arts, Brevard engages and challenges students in integrating knowledge and practical experience. The programs and opportunities of the College provide graduates the
foundation for further formal study, meaningful vocations, responsible citizenship, and lifelong personal and professional development."
More complete details are provided below.
Brevard College
One Brevard College Drive
Brevard, NC 28712
General Phone: (828) 883-8292
http://www.brevard.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 32 | parks and recreation studies, exercise science |
| Liberal Arts | 28 | interdisciplinary studies, history, English language and literature, liberal arts and humanities |
| Business and Management | 21 | business management |
| Therapy and Counseling | 9 | psychology |
| Medical Support and Technology | 7 | health service and sciences |
| Fine Arts | 7 | fine arts |
| Conservation and Resource Management | 6 | environmental studies |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 5 | drama |
| Education and Teaching | 4 | music teaching, elementary school teaching |
| Mathematics | 3 | mathematics |
| Religion and Philosophy | 3 | religion |
| Music | 2 | music, music pedagogy |
| Science | 1 | biological and physical sciences, ecology |
Number of programs and degrees for Brevard in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 128 | 20 |
In 2007-2008, Brevard had a total enrollment of 675 students (671 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 57% |
| Women | 43% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 84% |
| Black | 8% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 0% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 2% |
| (Foreign Students) | 5% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 2% |
| 18-19 | 43% |
| 20-21 | 33% |
| 22-24 | 15% |
| 25-29 | 4% |
| 30-34 | 2% |
| 35-39 | 1% |
| 40-49 | 0% |
| 50-64 | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| North Carolina | 46% |
| South Carolina | 15% |
| Georgia | 12% |
| Virginia | 6% |
| Tennessee | 4% |
| Florida | 4% |
| Alabama | 2% |
| Ohio | 2% |
| (International Students) | 1% |
| Kentucky | 1% |
| Alaska | 1% |
| Massachusetts | 1% |
| Mississippi | 1% |
| Washington, DC | 1% |
| Texas | 1% |
| Pennsylvania | 1% |
| Louisiana | 1% |
| Vermont | 1% |
| New York | 1% |
| Arizona | 1% |
| New Jersey | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 56 % |
| Part-Time | 46 % |
Brevard offers campus housing for 575 of its 671 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Brevard, North Carolina for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other North Carolina Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1,127 | 526 | 47% | 183 | 35% |
| Men | 642 | 234 | 36% | 105 | 45% |
| Women | 485 | 292 | 60% | 78 | 27% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 430 | 550 |
| SAT Math | 430 | 540 |
| ACT Verbal | 17 | 24 |
| ACT Math | 16 | 24 |
| ACT Composite | 15 | 22 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 78% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 34% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 20,050 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 20,050 |
| Room and board | $ 7,540 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,000 |
Financial Aid:
Brevard participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 291200)
Brevard has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 15 | 12 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 7 | 8 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 9 | 3 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 7 | $51,207 | 5 | $54,410 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 11 | $43,550 | 11 | $42,520 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 12 | $41,648 | 7 | $40,407 |
| Instructor | academic year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 31 | $44,306 | 23 | $44,462 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | South Atlantic Conference |
| Basketball | South Atlantic Conference |
| Baseball | South Atlantic Conference |
| Track | South Atlantic Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 101 | 72 | 173 |
| Baseball | 33 | 0 | 33 |
| Basketball | 16 | 11 | 27 |
| Track | 10 | 10 | 20 |
| All Other Sports | 42 | 51 | 93 |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration and Management, General
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Studies
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Elementary Education and Teaching
Music Teacher Education
FINE ARTS
Fine/Studio Arts, General
LIBERAL ARTS
English Language and Literature/Letters, Other
History, General
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
MUSIC
Music Pedagogy
Music, General
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Religion/Religious Studies
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Brevard Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % students on athletic fin. aid (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% |  |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | |
| % of degrees in conservation and resource management (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | |
| % of degrees in nutrition and exercise therapy (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | |
| % of degrees in fine arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| % of degrees in drama and performing arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 14% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
United Methodist affiliation Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching Offers athletic scholarships NCAA athletic conference member
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