Cazenovia College is a co-educational baccalaureate college located in Cazenovia, New York. It was established in 1824. The college offers associate and bachelor’s degree programs in several academic disciplines, including accounting, English, interior design, communication studies, equine management, international studies, psychology, photography, criminal justice and homeland security, business management, and liberal studies. Courses are offered through the following divisions-
The U.S. News & World Report has named Cazenovia College on its "America's Best Colleges" list several times. The college is a member of the NCAA Division III and the Northeastern Athletic Conference. It sponsors sports teams in basketball, swimming and diving, equestrian, golf, cross country, lacrosse, cheerleading, soccer and baseball. The college’s sports teams are nicknamed Wildcats. Students can even join clubs and organizations like Active Minds, the Sign Language Club, the Gaming Society, the Debate Society, Hillel Club, the Art Club and the Newman Club.
Cazenovia College is located in Cazenovia, NY (a town not far from a more urbanized area). The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. The highest degree level offered by Cazenovia College is the Bachelor's degree.
The school is known for its programs in design, art studies, and family and social work.
Cazenovia College does not offer open admission.
The school has a tenure system for senior faculty.
Cazenovia College had 1,084 enrolled students in 2007-2008.
The school has a residential or campus feel. Cazenovia College offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. The school offers students meal plans. Cazenovia College values student athletics, and belongs to the Division III Independents.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Founded in 1824, Cazenovia College is a small, independent, coeducational college offering baccalaureate programs in the liberal arts and professional studies. Embracing student success as its primary mission, the College comprises a diverse yet close-knit residential community that fosters intellectual, social, and ethical growth. Our experiential and co-curricular learning opportunities and dedicated team of faculty and staff provide for an individualized educational experience that balances academic and student life. Graduates of Cazenovia College possess the knowledge and skills necessary to become informed and successful participants in the global community."
More complete details are provided below.
Cazenovia College
22 Sullivan St
Cazenovia, NY 13035
General Phone: (800) 654-3210
http://www.cazenovia.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Design | 63 | design and visual communication, interior design, fashion design |
| Business and Management | 58 | business management |
| Family and Social Work | 25 | human services |
| Liberal Arts | 10 | liberal arts and humanities, social services, English |
| Therapy and Counseling | 7 | psychology |
| Art Studies | 7 | art studies |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 6 | criminal justice and safety |
| Education and Teaching | 3 | educational admin and supervision, early childhood special ed |
| Science | 2 | environmental biology |
| Media | 1 | communication studies |
Number of programs and degrees for Cazenovia College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 176 | 15 |
| Associate's degree | 6 | 5 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 0 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Cazenovia College had a total enrollment of 1,084 students (1,002 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 22% |
| Women | 78% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 61% |
| Black | 4% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 30% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 3% |
| 18-19 | 44% |
| 20-21 | 31% |
| 22-24 | 8% |
| 25-29 | 3% |
| 30-34 | 1% |
| 35-39 | 1% |
| 40-49 | 2% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 65 % |
| Part-Time | 100 % |
Cazenovia College offers campus housing for 875 of its 1,002 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Cazenovia, New York for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other New York Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 21 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 2,330 | 1,529 | 66% | 284 | 19% |
| Men | 530 | 325 | 61% | 63 | 19% |
| Women | 1,800 | 1,204 | 67% | 221 | 18% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | recommended |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | recommended |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 22,894 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 22,894 |
| Room and board | $ 9,502 |
| Room charge | $ 5,190 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 4,312 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,200 |
Financial Aid:
Cazenovia College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 268500)
Cazenovia College has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 8 | 19 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 9 | 9 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 4 | 5 |
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 | $73,666 | 7 | $71,391 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 1 | * | 13 | $60,214 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 9 | $48,195 | 8 | $46,460 |
| No academic rank | academic year | 4 | $41,132 | 5 | $42,234 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 21 | $55,739 | 33 | $56,526 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Division III Independents |
| Baseball | Division III Independents |
| Track | Division III Independents |
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration and Management, General
DESIGN
Design and Visual Communications, General
Fashion/Apparel Design
Interior Design
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Education/Teaching Individuals - Early Childhood Spec Ed Pgms
Educational Administration and Supervision, Other
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Human Services, General
LIBERAL ARTS
English Language and Literature, General
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other
Social Sciences, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Cazenovia College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in art studies (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of degrees in family and social work (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | ![]() ![]() |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of degrees in design (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | ![]() |
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 14% | ![]() |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 14% | ![]() |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 18% | ![]() |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | ![]() |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits
Offers credit for life experience
Grants credits for AP courses
Career counseling
Career services
Student employment services
Remedial classes for students
Option to study abroad
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
Offers campus housing
Offers a board (meal) plan
Tenure system for quality teaching
Has ROTC (army, air force)
NCAA athletic conference member
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