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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is home to Moore College Of Art And Design. Philadelphia is a large city. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degrees at Moore College Of Art And Design go up to the Post-Baccalaureate certificate.
Students commonly pursue studies in design and fine arts.
Prospective students are advised that admissions are not open to all; the school selects from among qualified applicants. Three quarters of students in 2005 had SAT verbal scores of at least 450. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 420 and 540. Since a large share of students are from out-of-state, you can assume Moore College Of Art And Design has broad appeal.
The school maintains a faculty/student ratio (full-time) which is better than most colleges. Moore College Of Art And Design has a tenure system for senior faculty.
The school has 493 enrolled students (as of 2005). A very high share of students at Moore College Of Art And Design are female.
The school offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. Moore College Of Art And Design offers students meal plans.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Moore College of Art & Design prepares students for lifelong learning and leadership in fine arts, design arts, art history, and art education. As a College founded for women in 1848, Moore continues to advance the role of women in the visual arts and to ensure their success by bridging the worlds of education and work. As a leader in the arts and cultural communities, Moore promotes the visual arts through distinctive education and gallery programs."
More complete details are provided below.
Moore College Of Art And Design
20th and the Parkway
Philadelphia, PA 19103
http://www.moore.edu
Moore College Of Art And Design awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Design | 80 | fashion design, interior design, graphic design, illustration |
| Fine Arts | 29 | fine arts, textile arts, art history and criticism |
| Education And Teaching | 18 | art education |
Number of programs and degrees for Moore College Of Art And Design in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 112 | 8 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 15 | 2 |
In 2005, Moore College Of Art And Design had a total enrollment of 493 students (450 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 0% |
| Women | 100% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 79% |
| Black | 6% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 5% |
| Other Races | 6% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 61% |
| New Jersey | 18% |
| Maryland | 5% |
| Foreign countries | 2% |
| New York | 2% |
| Florida | 2% |
| Wisconsin | 1% |
| District of Columbia | 1% |
| Georgia | 1% |
| Maine | 1% |
| Virginia | 1% |
| Connecticut | 1% |
| Oregon | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 73 % |
Moore College Of Art And Design offers campus housing for 194 of its 450 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Pennsylvania Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 19 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 365 | 197 | 54% | 78 | 40% |
| Women | 365 | 197 | 54% | 78 | 40% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 450 | 560 |
| SAT Math | 420 | 540 |
| ACT Composite | 15 | 24 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 96% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 10% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | recommended |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 22,090 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 22,090 |
| Room and board | $ 8,564 |
| Room charge | $ 5,210 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,444 |
| Books and supplies | $ 2,000 |
| Other expenses | $ 3,250 |
Financial Aid:
Moore College Of Art And Design participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 330000)
Moore College Of Art And Design has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 6 | 11 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 7 | 9 |
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 | 8 | $47,940 | 11 | $47,515 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 2 | * | 6 | $40,984 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 3 | $34,887 | 3 | $34,920 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 13 | $43,824 | 20 | $43,666 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
DESIGN
Fashion/Apparel Design
Graphic Design
Illustration
Interior Design
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Art Teacher Education
FINE ARTS
Art History, Criticism and Conservation
Fiber, Textile and Weaving Arts
Fine/Studio Arts, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Moore College Of Art And Design Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Female % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% |  |
| % of degrees in design (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | |
| % of degrees in fine arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| % of students from other states (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
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 campus housing Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching
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