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The College of Santa Fe, a small liberal arts institute, was established in 1859 as the St. Michael’s College. In 1874, the institute was chartered as the College of the Christian Brothers of New Mexico. It finally came to be known as the College of Santa Fe in 1966, and began to enroll female students the same year. The college is also known as CSF, and its main campus is in Santa Fe, New Mexico. In 1986, it opened a branch campus in Albuquerque. CSF offers a variety of programs in the fields of photography, art, and education, among others.
The athletics teams of the College of Santa Fe are known as the Prairie Dogs. They compete in the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics. The students take part in sports such as cross country, tennis, baseball, and soccer. Additionally, they also participate in several on-campus clubs and organizations such as the Anime Club, and Amnesty International.
Students attend College Of Santa Fe in Santa Fe, NM, a small city. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. College Of Santa Fe degrees go up to the Post-Baccalaureate certificate.
The school is known for its programs in music, art studies, drama and performing arts, photography and commercial art, and fine arts.
College Of Santa Fe is selective and does not offer open admission. Three quarters of students in 2007 had SAT verbal scores of at least 540. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 470 and 590. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.
The school maintains a faculty/student ratio (full-time) which is better than most colleges. College Of Santa Fe has a tenure system for senior faculty. The full-time faculty at the school is well-paid, which often goes with faculty quality.
There are 672 students at College Of Santa Fe (as of 2007).
The school has a residential or campus feel. College Of Santa Fe offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges.
More complete details are provided below.
College Of Santa Fe
1600 St. Michael's Drive
Santa Fe, NM 87505-7634
General Phone: (505) 473-6011
http://www.csf.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Photography And Commercial Art | 32 | film studies, photography, multimedia |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 22 | drama, theatre design |
| Liberal Arts | 20 | creative writing, political science, interdisciplinary studies, humanities, English |
| Art Studies | 13 | art studies, arts management |
| Therapy And Counseling | 8 | psychology, art therapy |
| Music | 8 | music |
| Fine Arts | 8 | painting, sculpture, art history and criticism |
| Media | 5 | communication and journalism |
| Conservation And Resource Management | 2 | natural resources courses, conservation |
| Religion And Philosophy | 1 | religion |
Number of programs and degrees for College Of Santa Fe in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 119 | 22 |
In 2007, College Of Santa Fe had a total enrollment of 672 students (635 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 58% |
| Women | 42% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 70% |
| Black | 2% |
| Hispanic | 11% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 3% |
| Unknown | 11% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 37% |
| 20-21 | 31% |
| 22-24 | 18% |
| 25-29 | 5% |
| 30-34 | 3% |
| 35-39 | 1% |
| 40-49 | 2% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 68 % |
College Of Santa Fe offers campus housing for 545 of its 635 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Santa Fe, New Mexico for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other New Mexico Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 624 | 516 | 83% | 166 | 32% |
| Men | 272 | 235 | 86% | 97 | 41% |
| Women | 352 | 281 | 80% | 69 | 25% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 540 | 640 |
| SAT Math | 470 | 590 |
| SAT Writing | 510 | 620 |
| ACT Verbal | 21 | 28 |
| ACT Math | 18 | 25 |
| ACT Composite | 21 | 27 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | recommended |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | recommended |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 70% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 40% |
| 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 | $ 26,072 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 26,072 |
| Room and board | $ 8,458 |
| Room charge | $ 4,565 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,893 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,180 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,380 |
Financial Aid:
College Of Santa Fe participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 264900)
College Of Santa Fe has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 24 | 13 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 10 | 11 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 7 | 3 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 3 | $55,370 |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 2 | * | 5 | $56,912 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 17 | $69,877 | 7 | $69,872 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 9 | $63,393 | 5 | $56,783 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 12 | $54,663 | 10 | $49,830 |
| Instructor | academic year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 39 | $62,549 | 22 | $57,787 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| All Other Sports | 9 | 0 | 9 |
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
Arts Management
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Natural Resources and Conservation, Other
Natural Resources/Conservation, General
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
Technical Theatre/Theatre Design and Technology
FINE ARTS
Art History, Criticism and Conservation
Painting
Sculpture
LIBERAL ARTS
Creative Writing
English Language and Literature, General
Humanities/Humanistic Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Political Science and Government, General
MEDIA
Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs, Other
PHOTOGRAPHY AND COMMERCIAL ART
Film/Cinema Studies
Intermedia/Multimedia
Photography
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Religion/Religious Studies
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Art Therapy/Therapist
Psychology, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets College Of Santa Fe Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in art studies (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% |  |
| % of degrees in drama and performing arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | |
| % of degrees in music (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | |
| % of degrees in photography and commercial art (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | |
| % of degrees in fine arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 11% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 15% | |
| % 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 Tenure system for quality teaching Offers athletic scholarships
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