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The campus of Lyme Academy is in Old Lyme, Connecticut, which is a medium-sized suburb. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degrees at Lyme Academy include, at the school's highest level, the Post-Baccalaureate certificate.
The school is known for its programs in fine arts.
Admission at Lyme Academy is selective, not open to all who apply. Three quarters of students in 2005 had SAT verbal scores of at least 510. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 470 and 510. 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.
In 2005, Lyme Academy had 153 students enrolled (109 full-time equivalent). A large number of students at the school are 40 years old or older.
More complete details are provided below.
Lyme Academy College Of Fine Arts
84 Lyme St
Old Lyme, CT 06371
General Phone: (860) 434-5232
http://www.lymeacademy.edu
Lyme Academy awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Fine Arts | 21 | painting, sculpture, fine arts |
Number of programs and degrees for Lyme Academy in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 20 | 2 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 1 | 1 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 0 | 2 |
In 2005, Lyme Academy had a total enrollment of 153 students (109 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 58% |
| Women | 42% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 98% |
| Graduate | 2% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 95% |
| Hispanic | 4% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Other Races | 0% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 18% |
| 20-21 | 5% |
| 22-24 | 11% |
| 25-29 | 7% |
| 30-34 | 5% |
| 35-39 | 6% |
| 40-49 | 13% |
| 50-64 | 24% |
| 65+ | 9% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Connecticut | 41% |
| Massachusetts | 29% |
| Minnesota | 6% |
| Maryland | 6% |
| Maine | 6% |
| New York | 6% |
| Virginia | 6% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 73 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Old Lyme, Connecticut for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Connecticut Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 30 | 30 | 100% | 12 | 40% |
| Men | 12 | 12 | 100% | 7 | 58% |
| Women | 18 | 18 | 100% | 5 | 28% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 510 | 590 |
| SAT Math | 470 | 510 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | recommended |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 92% |
| 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 | $ 16,416 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 16,416 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
Financial Aid:
Lyme Academy participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3079400)
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 | 3 | $48,925 | 0 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 2 | * | 1 | * |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 2 | * | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 7 | $43,066 | 3 | $39,309 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Lyme Academy Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in fine arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | |
| % of students from other states (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 14% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Career counseling Remedial classes for students Offers part-time study On-campus library
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