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The main campus of Memphis College Of Art is in Memphis, TN (a large city). The school is a private, not-for-profit school. Memphis College Of Art offers degrees up to the Master's degree.
The school tends to concentrate its instruction in a few key disciplines. Memphis College Of Art students most commonly major in a field related to fine arts.
The school does not accept everyone who applies. In 2007-2008, 52% of people who applied to Memphis College Of Art were accepted. In 2007-2008, SAT verbal scores of half of students were 470 to 630. Three-fourths of students accepted in 2007-2008 had SAT math scores of 460 or more.
The school's faculty/student ratio compares favorably with most colleges.
In 2007-2008, the school had 341 enrolled students.
Memphis College Of Art makes available a lot of student housing.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Memphis College of Art is a professional center of art and design education, dedicated to preparing individuals for lives of creating, problem solving, and critical thinking."
More complete details are provided below.
Memphis College Of Art
1930 Poplar Ave
Memphis, TN 38104-2764
General Phone: (901) 272-5100
http://www.mca.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Fine Arts | 52 | fine arts |
Number of programs and degrees for Memphis College Of Art in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 46 | 1 |
| Master's degree | 6 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Memphis College Of Art had a total enrollment of 341 students (350 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 40% |
| Women | 60% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 80% |
| Graduate | 20% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 74% |
| Black | 19% |
| Hispanic | 3% |
| Asian | 2% |
| Unknown | 1% |
| (Foreign Students) | 2% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 32% |
| 20-21 | 25% |
| 22-24 | 16% |
| 25-29 | 15% |
| 30-34 | 4% |
| 35-39 | 2% |
| 40-49 | 1% |
| 50-64 | 4% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Tennessee | 46% |
| Arkansas | 12% |
| Louisiana | 11% |
| Missouri | 5% |
| Mississippi | 4% |
| Indiana | 3% |
| Georgia | 3% |
| (International Students) | 1% |
| Kentucky | 1% |
| Michigan | 1% |
| Maryland | 1% |
| Texas | 1% |
| California | 1% |
| Ohio | 1% |
| New York | 1% |
| Virginia | 1% |
| Florida | 1% |
| South Carolina | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 56 % |
Memphis College Of Art offers campus housing for 165 of its 350 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Memphis, Tennessee for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Tennessee Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 664 | 342 | 52% | 101 | 30% |
| Men | 250 | 130 | 52% | 40 | 31% |
| Women | 414 | 212 | 51% | 61 | 29% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 470 | 630 |
| SAT Math | 460 | 570 |
| SAT Writing | 450 | 610 |
| ACT Verbal | 20 | 27 |
| ACT Math | 18 | 24 |
| ACT Composite | 19 | 25 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 26% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 89% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
| Years of College Work Before Admittance | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 21,560 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 21,560 |
| Room and board | $ 7,600 |
| Room charge | $ 5,950 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,600 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,840 |
Financial Aid:
Memphis College Of Art participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 350700)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 12 | 13 |
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 | 3 | $58,544 | 2 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 6 | $47,801 | 5 | $47,578 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 2 | * | 5 | $43,966 |
| Instructor | academic year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 12 | $48,562 | 13 | $46,785 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Memphis College Of Art Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in fine arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Career services Student employment services Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing
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