O'More College Of Design can be found in Franklin, TN (a small city). The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. The Bachelor's degree is the highest degree at O'More College Of Design.
The most common majors at the school are in design and photography and commercial art.
O'More College Of Design does not have an open admissions system. Not everyone who applies is accepted. The school turned down 63% of potential students in 2007-2008. Only 25% of students scored 545 or lower in 2007-2008 on the verbal SAT test. Math SAT scores at O'More College Of Design centered around 450 to 615, but ranged both higher and lower.
Classes at the school are less crowded than at many schools.
In 2007-2008, 220 students were enrolled in O'More College Of Design. A very high share of students at the school are female.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"O'More College of Design strives to provide a quality art and design education which emphasizes individual attetntion. The College promotes a partnership with the local and regional community through exhibits, programs, continuing education, and community service projects. Our purpose is to prepare our students to think critically and imaginately, to become responsible citizens, and to develop a pattern of lifelong learning."
More complete details are provided below.
O'More College Of Design
423 S Margin St
Franklin, TN 37064
http://www.omorecollege.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Design | 29 | interior design |
| Business and Management | 13 | fashion merchandising |
| Photography and Commercial Art | 6 | commercial art |
Number of programs and degrees for O'More College Of Design in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 48 | 3 |
In 2007-2008, O'More College Of Design had a total enrollment of 220 students (186 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 11% |
| Women | 89% |
| Full-Time | 97% |
| Part-Time | 3% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 93% |
| Black | 4% |
| Asian | 3% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 17% |
| 20-21 | 28% |
| 22-24 | 24% |
| 25-29 | 13% |
| 30-34 | 10% |
| 35-39 | 5% |
| 40-49 | 4% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 58 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Franklin, 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 | 120 | 44 | 37% | 36 | 82% |
| Men | 12 | 4 | 33% | 4 | 100% |
| Women | 108 | 40 | 37% | 32 | 80% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 545 | 695 |
| SAT Math | 450 | 615 |
| SAT Writing | 500 | 635 |
| ACT Verbal | 21 | 28 |
| ACT Math | 17 | 24 |
| ACT Composite | 19 | 25 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| 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 | 14% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 81% |
| 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 | $ 17,160 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 17,160 |
| Books and supplies | $ 550 |
Financial Aid:
O'More College Of Design participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2106400)
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 | calendar year | 2 | * | 0 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 4 | $32,000 | 5 | $32,000 |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 2 | * |
| Instructor | calendar year | 0 | * | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 7 | $35,429 | 9 | $30,667 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Fashion Merchandising
PHOTOGRAPHY AND COMMERCIAL ART
Commercial and Advertising Art
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets O'More College Of Design Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in design (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of degrees in photography and commercial art (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | ![]() |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | ![]() |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | ![]() |
| Female % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | ![]() |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits
Grants credits for AP courses
Career counseling
Career services
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
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