The main campus of College Of Visual Arts is in St. Paul, Minnesota (a large city). The school is a private, not-for-profit school. College Of Visual Arts offers degrees up to the Bachelor's degree.
The school students most commonly major in a field related to photography and commercial art and fine arts.
College Of Visual Arts does not accept everyone who applies.
In 2005, the school had 190 enrolled students.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The College of Visual Arts educates men and women to explore opportunities, and develop the skills and confidence necessary to become accomplished artists in the dynamic world of art and design."
More complete details are provided below.
College Of Visual Arts
344 Summit Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55102-2199
General Phone: (651) 224-3416
http://www.cva.edu
College Of Visual Arts awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Fine Arts | 34 | fine arts studies |
| Photography And Commercial Art | 13 | commercial art |
Number of programs and degrees for College Of Visual Arts in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 47 | 2 |
In 2005, College Of Visual Arts had a total enrollment of 190 students (178 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 36% |
| Women | 64% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 84% |
| Black | 2% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 4% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Other Races | 8% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 23% |
| 20-21 | 25% |
| 22-24 | 32% |
| 25-29 | 13% |
| 30-34 | 4% |
| 35-39 | 0% |
| 40-49 | 2% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Minnesota | 79% |
| Wisconsin | 12% |
| South Dakota | 5% |
| Illinois | 2% |
| Connecticut | 2% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 55 % |
| Part-Time | 33 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of St. Paul, Minnesota for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Minnesota Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 131 | 84 | 64% | 55 | 65% |
| Men | 46 | 30 | 65% | 20 | 67% |
| Women | 85 | 54 | 64% | 35 | 65% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| ACT Verbal | 17 | 25 |
| ACT Math | 17 | 21 |
| ACT Composite | 18 | 24 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 4% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 85% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 18,040 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 18,040 |
| Books and supplies | $ 2,174 |
Financial Aid:
College Of Visual Arts participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 746200)
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 1 | * | 2 | * |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 1 | * | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 3 | $49,663 | 5 | $48,804 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
FINE ARTS
Fine Arts and Art Studies, Other
PHOTOGRAPHY AND COMMERCIAL ART
Commercial and Advertising Art
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets College Of Visual Arts Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in fine arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of degrees in photography and commercial art (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | ![]() |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits
Grants credits for AP courses
Career counseling
Career placement services
Student employment services
Remedial classes for students
Option to study abroad
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
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