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Prescott College, PC, is a private, non-profit, four year, liberal arts college in Prescott, Arizona that was established in 1966. PC offers programs at the certificate, undergraduate, graduate and doctorate degree levels. PC specializes in interdisciplinary areas like agroecology, human development, outdoor adventure education, management, wilderness leadership, counseling, environmental education & interpretation, ecopsychology, human ecology, and abstract art.
Prescott College encourages a well-rounded student life and has over fifteen student organizations. The student government is called the Student Union and oversees various events organized by students. Some of the organizations available to students are the Gender and Sexuality Alliance, the Ultimate Frisbee Club, the Sexual Assault Prevention Center and the Village Life. Financial aid is available for eligible students in the form of grants, loans, scholarships, and work study programs.
Prescott College can be found in Prescott, AZ (a small city). The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. The Doctoral degree is the highest degree at Prescott College.
The school offers a wide range of choices in programs of study. The range of program offerings available from Prescott College is especially impressive compared to its number of students. The most common majors at the school are in education and teaching, therapy and counseling, and conservation and resource management.
Prescott College does not have an open admissions system. Not everyone who applies is accepted. Only 25% of students scored 490 or lower in 2007-2008 on the verbal SAT test. Math SAT scores at the school centered around 450 to 570, but ranged both higher and lower.
Classes at Prescott College are less crowded than at many schools.
In 2007-2008, 1,007 students were enrolled in the school. Older adults are in evidence at Prescott College, often seeking career changing education.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"It is the mission of Prescott College to educate students of diverse ages and backgrounds to understand, thrive in, and enhance our world community and environment. We regard learning as a continuing process and strive to provide an education that will enable students to live productive lives while achieving a balance between self-fulfillment and service to others. Students are encouraged to think critically and act ethically with sensitivity to both the human community and the biosphere. Our philosophy stresses experiential learning and self-direction within an interdisciplinary curriculum."
More complete details are provided below.
Prescott College
220 Grove Ave
Prescott, AZ 86301
General Phone: (877) 350-2100
http://www.prescott.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Education and Teaching | 163 | elementary school teaching, education courses, education of learning disabled, social studies teaching, English teaching, curriculum and instruction, education, mental retardation education, ... |
| Therapy and Counseling | 71 | counseling psychology, child psychology, medical psychology, environmental psychology, psychology, social psychology, art therapy, cognitive psychology, ... |
| Conservation and Resource Management | 34 | environmental studies, natural resources management, conservation, conservation courses, environmental science, wildlife management |
| Liberal Arts | 32 | English, humanities, creative writing, anthropology, liberal arts and sciences, Regional studies, peace and conflict resolution, political science and government, ... |
| Science | 20 | ecology and population biology, marine biology, conservation biology, geology, botany and plant biology, ecology, biology, botany, ... |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 9 | rehabilitation, recreational therapy, parks and recreation management |
| Family and Social Work | 7 | community organization, human services, social work, public policy analysis, human development and family studies |
| Media | 6 | communication studies, photojournalism, journalism, audiovisual tech, mass communication, radio and television |
| Photography and Commercial Art | 4 | photography, film studies, cinematography |
| Fine Arts | 4 | painting, fine arts, sculpture, ceramics |
| Art Studies | 3 | visual and performing arts |
| Business and Management | 3 | labor studies, human resources, business management, non-profit management, sales and marketing, business, small business operations, actuarial science |
| Architecture and Planning | 2 | environmental design |
| Religion and Philosophy | 2 | philosophy, religion |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 1 | criminal justice and police, corrections and criminal justice |
| Office and Administration | 1 | office management |
| Medical Support and Technology | 1 | health service and sciences |
| Music | 1 | music, various music studies |
| Agricultural Science and Management | 1 | various agricutural courses, agriculture |
| Medical Administration | 1 | public health education, international public health, health care administration |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 1 | drama, playwriting and screenwriting, dance |
| Design | 0 | interior design, design and applied arts |
| Mathematics | 0 | mathematics |
| Engineering | 0 | archeology |
| Medicine | 0 | public health |
Number of programs and degrees for Prescott College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 214 | 121 |
| Master's degree | 96 | 78 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 55 | 28 |
| Post-master's certificate | 2 | 2 |
In 2007-2008, Prescott College had a total enrollment of 1,007 students (1,411 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 51% |
| Women | 49% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 33% |
| Graduate | 67% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| Unknown | 5% |
| (Foreign Students) | 95% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 9% |
| 20-21 | 14% |
| 22-24 | 19% |
| 25-29 | 19% |
| 30-34 | 11% |
| 35-39 | 8% |
| 40-49 | 11% |
| 50-64 | 8% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| California | 17% |
| Colorado | 13% |
| Texas | 7% |
| New York | 7% |
| New Hampshire | 4% |
| Pennsylvania | 4% |
| Oregon | 4% |
| Tennessee | 4% |
| Arizona | 4% |
| New Jersey | 4% |
| Michigan | 3% |
| Illinois | 3% |
| Massachusetts | 3% |
| Vermont | 3% |
| Virginia | 3% |
| (International Students) | 1% |
| Alabama | 1% |
| Indiana | 1% |
| Wisconsin | 1% |
| Minnesota | 1% |
| Kansas | 1% |
| Maryland | 1% |
| New Mexico | 1% |
| Washington | 1% |
| South Dakota | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 68 % |
Prescott College offers campus housing for 31 of its 1,411 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Prescott, Arizona for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Arizona Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 358 | 276 | 77% | 87 | 32% |
| Men | 153 | 117 | 76% | 44 | 38% |
| Women | 205 | 159 | 78% | 43 | 27% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 490 | 650 |
| SAT Math | 450 | 570 |
| SAT Writing | 470 | 590 |
| ACT Verbal | 21 | 29 |
| ACT Math | 17 | 25 |
| ACT Composite | 20 | 26 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | not required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 67% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 26% |
| 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 | $ 22,742 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 22,742 |
| Room and board | $ 6,662 |
| Room charge | $ 3,400 |
| Books and supplies | $ 624 |
| Other expenses | $ 3,538 |
Financial Aid:
Prescott College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2065300)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 36 | 32 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No academic rank | calendar year | 7 | $50,406 | 10 | $41,185 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 7 | $50,406 | 10 | $41,185 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No academic rank | academic year | 29 | $40,975 | 21 | $39,216 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 29 | $40,975 | 21 | $39,216 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT
Agriculture, Agriculture Operations, and Related Sciences, Other
Agriculture, General
ARCHITECTURE AND PLANNING
Environmental Design/Architecture
ART STUDIES
Visual and Performing Arts, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Actuarial Science
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Commerce, General
Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations, Other
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
Labor Studies
Non-Profit/Public/Organizational Management
Sales, Distribution, and Marketing Operations, General
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Science
Environmental Studies
Natural Resources Conservation and Research, Other
Natural Resources Management and Policy
Natural Resources/Conservation, General
Wildlife and Wildlands Science and Management
DESIGN
Design and Applied Arts, Other
Interior Design
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Dance, General
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
Playwriting and Screenwriting
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Adult and Continuing Education and Teaching
Agricultural Teacher Education
Art Teacher Education
Bilingual and Multilingual Education
Biology Teacher Education
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Curriculum and Instruction
Drama and Dance Teacher Education
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Education, General
Education, Other
Education/Teaching Individuals - Early Childhood Spec Ed Pgms
Education/Teaching Individuals - Specific Learning Disabilities
Education/Teaching of Individuals with Autism
Education/Teaching of Individuals with Emotional Disturbances
Education/Teaching of Individuals with Mental Retardation
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Educational, Instructional, and Curriculum Supervision
Elementary Education and Teaching
English/Language Arts Teacher Education
Geography Teacher Education
History Teacher Education
Mathematics Teacher Education
Music Teacher Education
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education
Secondary Education and Teaching
Social Science Teacher Education
Social Studies Teacher Education
Spanish Language Teacher Education
Special Education and Teaching, General
Teacher Education/Profess Development, Levels & Methods, Other
Teaching English as Second/Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor
Technology Teacher Education/Industrial Arts Teacher Education
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Community Organization and Advocacy
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services, Other
Human Services, General
Public Policy Analysis
Social Work
FINE ARTS
Ceramic Arts and Ceramics
Fine/Studio Arts, General
Painting
Sculpture
LIBERAL ARTS
American Indian/Native American Studies
Anthropology
Anthropology, Other
Creative Writing
Development Economics and International Development
English Language and Literature, General
English Language and Literature/Letters, Other
English Literature (British and Commonwealth)
Ethnic, Cultural Minority, and Gender Studies, Other
Geography
Geography, Other
History, General
Humanities/Humanistic Studies
Intercultural/Multicultural and Diversity Studies
International Relations and Affairs
Latin American Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Linguistic/Comparative/Related Language Studies & Services, Other
Linguistics
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution
Political Science and Government, General
Political Science and Government, Other
Regional Studies (US, Canadian, Foreign)
Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, General
Social Sciences, General
Social Sciences, Other
Spanish Language and Literature
Women's Studies
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Audiovisual Communications Technologies/Technicians, Other
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Journalism
Mass Communication/Media Studies
Photojournalism
Radio and Television
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Health/Health Care Administration/Management
International Public Health/International Health
Public Health Education and Promotion
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
MEDICINE
Public Health, General (MPH, DPH)
MUSIC
Music, General
Music, Other
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Parks, Recreation and Leisure Facilities Management
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions, Other
Therapeutic Recreation/Recreational Therapy
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Office Management and Supervision
PHOTOGRAPHY AND COMMERCIAL ART
Cinematography and Film/Video Production
Film/Cinema Studies
Photography
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
Religion/Religious Studies
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Botany/Plant Biology
Botany/Plant Biology, Other
Conservation Biology
Ecology
Ecology, Evolution, Systematics and Population Biology, Other
Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences, Other
Geology/Earth Science, General
Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography
Wildlife Biology
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other
Criminal Justice/Police Science
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Art Therapy/Therapist
Behavioral Sciences
Cognitive Psychology and Psycholinguistics
Communication Disorders, General
Community Health Services/Liaison/Counseling
Community Psychology
Counseling Psychology
Dance Therapy/Therapist
Developmental and Child Psychology
Educational Psychology
Environmental Psychology
Forensic Psychology
Geropsychology
Health/Medical Psychology
Industrial and Organizational Psychology
Marriage and Family Therapy/Counseling
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions, Other
Psychology, General
Psychology, Other
Social Psychology
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Prescott College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in education and teaching (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% |  |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | |
| % of degrees in conservation and resource management (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Offers credit for life experience 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
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