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Moore College of Art & Design was originally founded by Sarah Worthington Peter as the Philadelphia School of Design for Women. Established in 1848, it came to be known as Moore College of Art & Design in 1989. This independent college in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is the first and only visual arts college for women in the United States.
Moore College of Art & Design grants the Bachelor of Fine Arts, Master of Arts, and Master of Fine Arts degrees in art education, studio art, and interior design, among others. Students can also opt for the post-baccalaureate program in art education.
Students of Moore College of Art & Design publish an annual magazine called the "More Magazine". They can also hold exhibitions of their creations at the Galleries at Moore, and the Student-Run Gallery, as well as sell the works through The Art Shop at Moore. In addition, the college supports on-campus organizations like the Student Government.
Philadelphia, PA 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 2007-2008 had SAT verbal scores of at least 450. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 430 and 550.
Moore College Of Art And Design has a tenure system for senior faculty.
The school has 558 enrolled students (as of 2007-2008). 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 19103-1179
General Phone: (215) 568-4515
http://www.moore.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Design | 53 | fashion design, interior design, illustration, graphic design |
| Fine Arts | 34 | fine arts, textile arts, art history and criticism |
| Education And Teaching | 16 | art education |
| Liberal Arts | 0 | museum studies |
| Photography And Commercial Art | 0 | photography |
Number of programs and degrees for Moore College Of Art And Design in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 86 | 10 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 17 | 2 |
In 2007-2008, Moore College Of Art And Design had a total enrollment of 558 students (543 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 0% |
| Women | 100% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 82% |
| Graduate | 18% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| Unknown | 54% |
| (Foreign Students) | 46% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 34% |
| 20-21 | 28% |
| 22-24 | 20% |
| 25-29 | 11% |
| 30-34 | 2% |
| 35-39 | 1% |
| 40-49 | 2% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 58% |
| New Jersey | 24% |
| Texas | 3% |
| Massachusetts | 2% |
| Maryland | 2% |
| New York | 2% |
| Connecticut | 2% |
| (International Students) | 1% |
| Indiana | 1% |
| Idaho | 1% |
| Maine | 1% |
| Florida | 1% |
| Colorado | 1% |
| North Carolina | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 77 % |
Moore College Of Art And Design offers campus housing for 194 of its 543 (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 | 549 | 326 | 59% | 111 | 34% |
| Women | 549 | 326 | 59% | 111 | 34% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 450 | 570 |
| SAT Math | 430 | 550 |
| ACT Composite | 18 | 25 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 100% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 8% |
| 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 | $ 27,718 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 27,718 |
| Room and board | $ 10,501 |
| Books and supplies | $ 2,000 |
| Other expenses | $ 3,500 |
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 (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 6 | 9 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 8 | 7 |
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 | 8 | $58,957 | 12 | $53,863 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 1 | * | 2 | * |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 5 | $44,413 | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 14 | $53,253 | 16 | $51,747 |
*: 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 | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in fine arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% |  |
| Female % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | |
| % of degrees in design (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses 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 Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching
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