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Maryland Institute College of Art, popularly referred to as MICA, was originally established in 1826 as the Maryland Institute for the Promotion of the Mechanic Arts. Located in Baltimore, Maryland, the college's recent enrollments have been more than 1,500 students. At MICA, students can opt for bachelor’s and master’s degrees in various subjects. The institute also offers several certification courses, and continuing education programs. Besides, MICA organizes various programs for studying abroad. These off-campus courses are available in countries like Italy, Jamaica, Japan, France, and Germany. The student body of the institution consists of international students representing over 45 states in the U.S, and more than 50 countries around the world.
Maryland Institute College of Art boasts of an impressive alumni with personalities including William Henry Rinehart, sculptor; Wright Butler, architect; Carlos Florez, Director; and Jen Stark, Paper Sculptor, Drawer, Animator. The institute’s Master of Fine Arts program was placed at the 4th position among the fine arts master programs in the nation by the U.S. News and World Report of 2008.
Maryland Institute is in a large city, in Baltimore, MD. The school is classified as a private, not-for-profit college. Students at Maryland Institute earn degrees up to the Master's degree.
The most common major fields study at the school include design, photography and commercial art, and fine arts.
Maryland Institute does not admit all applicants. Of people who applied to the school in 2007, 37% were accepted. The middle range of verbal SAT scores in 2007 was 530 to 660 for students at Maryland Institute. While math SAT scores among applicants varied, those accepted commonly had scores between 500 and 620.
One indicator of school quality is the number of students per professor, and here the school does well in comparison to most schools. Faculty salaries at Maryland Institute are higher than most.
The school, in 2007, had 2,213 students (1,970 full-time equivalent).
Most students at Maryland Institute attend full-time. Dorm living is common.
More complete details are provided below.
Maryland Institute College Of Art
1300 Mount Royal Ave
Baltimore, MD 21217-4134
General Phone: (410) 669-9200
http://www.mica.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Fine Arts | 196 | painting, fine arts studies, sculpture, textile arts, ceramics, crafts and folk art |
| Design | 116 | graphic design, illustration, interior design, design and applied arts, design and visual communication |
| Photography And Commercial Art | 102 | multimedia, photography, printmaking, film and photography, drawing, commercial art, commercial photography |
| Education And Teaching | 45 | art education |
| Art Studies | 3 | art studies |
Number of programs and degrees for Maryland Institute in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 312 | 15 |
| Master's degree | 113 | 10 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 22 | 6 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 15 | 1 |
| Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years | 0 | 8 |
In 2007, Maryland Institute had a total enrollment of 2,213 students (1,970 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 29% |
| Women | 71% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 91% |
| Graduate | 9% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 61% |
| Black | 4% |
| Hispanic | 4% |
| Asian | 7% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 21% |
| (Foreign Students) | 4% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 33% |
| 20-21 | 31% |
| 22-24 | 13% |
| 25-29 | 7% |
| 30-34 | 3% |
| 35-39 | 3% |
| 40-49 | 3% |
| 50-64 | 4% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Maryland | 19% |
| New York | 12% |
| Pennsylvania | 11% |
| New Jersey | 10% |
| Texas | 6% |
| Florida | 5% |
| Connecticut | 5% |
| Ohio | 4% |
| Virginia | 3% |
| (International Students) | 3% |
| Illinois | 3% |
| Colorado | 3% |
| Michigan | 2% |
| Georgia | 2% |
| California | 2% |
| Wisconsin | 1% |
| North Carolina | 1% |
| Minnesota | 1% |
| Missouri | 1% |
| New Hampshire | 1% |
| Kentucky | 1% |
| Massachusetts | 1% |
| Delaware | 1% |
| Rhode Island | 1% |
| Oklahoma | 1% |
| Washington, DC | 1% |
| Tennessee | 1% |
| South Carolina | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 84 % |
Maryland Institute offers campus housing for 657 of its 1,970 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Baltimore, Maryland for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Maryland Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 2,602 | 964 | 37% | 401 | 42% |
| Men | 747 | 277 | 37% | 115 | 42% |
| Women | 1,855 | 687 | 37% | 286 | 42% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 530 | 660 |
| SAT Math | 500 | 620 |
| SAT Writing | 490 | 630 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 91% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 9% |
| 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 | $ 30,680 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 30,680 |
| Room and board | $ 8,390 |
| Room charge | $ 6,230 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 2,160 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,400 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,300 |
Financial Aid:
Maryland Institute participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 208000)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 60 | 68 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No academic rank | academic year | 60 | $70,239 | 68 | $68,438 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 60 | $70,239 | 68 | $68,438 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
DESIGN
Design and Applied Arts, Other
Design and Visual Communications, General
Graphic Design
Illustration
Interior Design
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Art Teacher Education
FINE ARTS
Ceramic Arts and Ceramics
Crafts/Craft Design, Folk Art and Artisanry
Fiber, Textile and Weaving Arts
Fine Arts and Art Studies, Other
Painting
Sculpture
PHOTOGRAPHY AND COMMERCIAL ART
Commercial Photography
Commercial and Advertising Art
Drawing
Film/Video and Photographic Arts, Other
Intermedia/Multimedia
Photography
Printmaking
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Maryland Institute 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% | |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| % of degrees in design (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 19% | |
| Student SAT scores (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 19% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning 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 Has ROTC (army)
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