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Ringling College of Art and Design, commonly referred to as just Ringling College, was established on March 31, 1931, as The School of Fine and Applied Art of the John and Mable Ringling Art Museum. It was also referred to as the John and Mable Ringling Junior College and School of Art. On May 14, 1933, it was officially christened Ringling School of Art. The institute was finally named Ringling College of Art and Design on April 16, 2007. The 35-acre campus of the college is situated in Sarasota, Florida, and offers enrollment to students from more than 40 states and 20 countries worldwide.
Ringling College of Art and Design awards the 4-year Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in over 10 disciplines. Students can choose from courses in advertising design, illustration, computer animation, fine arts, digital filmmaking, photography, digital imaging, and sculpture, among others. The college also provides opportunities for continuing education.
Students of Ringling College are members of various clubs and organizations including the Anime Club, Concept and Ideas, Emerging Green Builders Organization, Martial Arts Club, and the Student Government Association. The college also sponsors intramural sports like basketball, volleyball, softball, league soccer, and quitish.
Students attend Ringling College Of Art And Design in Sarasota, FL, a small city. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Ringling College Of Art And Design degrees go up to the Bachelor's degree.
The school has a tighter focus on specific areas of study than most colleges its size. Ringling College Of Art And Design is known for its programs in media, design, photography and commercial art, and fine arts.
The school is selective and does not offer open admission.
The full-time faculty at Ringling College Of Art And Design is well-paid, which often goes with faculty quality.
There are 1,199 students at the school (as of 2007).
Ringling College Of Art And Design offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges.
More complete details are provided below.
Ringling College Of Art And Design
2700 North Tamiami Tr
Sarasota, FL 34234-5895
General Phone: (800) 255-7695
http://www.ringling.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Design | 130 | illustration, graphic design, interior design |
| Media | 32 | animation and special effects |
| Fine Arts | 22 | fine arts |
| Photography And Commercial Art | 16 | photography |
Number of programs and degrees for Ringling College Of Art And Design in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 200 | 6 |
In 2007, Ringling College Of Art And Design had a total enrollment of 1,199 students (1,169 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 | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 77% |
| Black | 3% |
| Hispanic | 10% |
| Asian | 4% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| (Foreign Students) | 5% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 2% |
| 18-19 | 37% |
| 20-21 | 34% |
| 22-24 | 17% |
| 25-29 | 8% |
| 30-34 | 1% |
| 35-39 | 1% |
| 40-49 | 0% |
| 50-64 | 0% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Florida | 42% |
| (International Students) | 6% |
| Texas | 5% |
| New York | 5% |
| North Carolina | 3% |
| New Jersey | 3% |
| Connecticut | 3% |
| Illinois | 2% |
| Massachusetts | 2% |
| Pennsylvania | 2% |
| Maine | 2% |
| Ohio | 2% |
| Virginia | 2% |
| Michigan | 2% |
| Maryland | 2% |
| Wisconsin | 1% |
| Minnesota | 1% |
| New Hampshire | 1% |
| Puerto Rico | 1% |
| Georgia | 1% |
| California | 1% |
| Vermont | 1% |
| Alabama | 1% |
| Idaho | 1% |
| State unknown | 1% |
| Kansas | 1% |
| Louisiana | 1% |
| South Carolina | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 81 % |
Ringling College Of Art And Design offers campus housing for 648 of its 1,169 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Sarasota, Florida for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Florida Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 539 | 340 | 63% | 292 | 86% |
| Men | 224 | 139 | 62% | 118 | 85% |
| Women | 315 | 201 | 64% | 174 | 87% |
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) | recommended |
| 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 | $ 25,110 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 25,110 |
| Room and board | $ 13,100 |
| Room charge | $ 5,100 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 4,900 |
| Books and supplies | $ 2,022 |
| Other expenses | $ 321 |
Financial Aid:
Ringling College Of Art And Design participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 1257400)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 49 | 22 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No academic rank | academic year | 49 | $64,631 | 22 | $58,386 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 49 | $64,631 | 22 | $58,386 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
DESIGN
Graphic Design
Illustration
Interior Design
FINE ARTS
Fine/Studio Arts, General
MEDIA
Animation, Interactive Tech, Video Graphics and Special Effects
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Ringling College Of Art And Design Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in design (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% |  |
| % of degrees in media (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | |
| % of degrees in fine arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 12% | |
| % of degrees in photography and commercial art (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 Offers remedial adult education Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing
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