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Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College was founded by the Sisters of Providence and Saint Mother Theodore Guerin in 1840. It is the oldest catholic liberal arts institute for women in America. SMWC’s campus occupies 67 acres of land in Indiana. More than 1,500 students enroll in the college every year.
Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College offers a wide variety of undergraduate and graduate degree programs in the fields of math, biology, English, art, music, statistics, theology and philosophy, among others. A number of licensure and certificate programs are also available.
The athletics teams of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College are members of the United States Collegiate Athletic Association and the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association. Nicknamed the Pomeroys, the teams participate in basketball, equestrian, softball and soccer.
Saint Mary Of The Woods College is located in Saint Mary-Of-The-Woods, IN (a small suburb). The school is a Roman Catholic school. Saint Mary Of The Woods College is a private, not-for-profit institution. The highest degree level offered by the school is the Master's degree.
Saint Mary Of The Woods College has a greater breadth of degree programs (majors) than most colleges of its size. The school is known for its programs in music, mathematics, animal science and care, education and teaching, and therapy and counseling.
Saint Mary Of The Woods College does not offer open admission. Three quarters of students in 2007-2008 had SAT verbal scores of at least 430. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 410 and 520.
Saint Mary Of The Woods College maintains a faculty/student ratio (full-time) which is better than most colleges. The school has a tenure system for senior faculty.
Saint Mary Of The Woods College had 1,677 enrolled students in 2007-2008. A very high share of students at the school are female.
A lot of students at Saint Mary Of The Woods College attend part-time. The school offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. Saint Mary Of The Woods College offers students meal plans.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College, a Catholic women's college sponsored by the Sisters of Providence, is committed to higher education in the tradition of the liberal arts. The College serves a diverse community of learners in undergraduate and graduate programs, while maintaining its commitment to women in its campus program. By participating in this community, students develop their abilities to think critically, to communicate responsibly,to engage in lifelong learning and leadership, and to effect positive change in a global society."
More complete details are provided below.
Saint Mary Of The Woods College
St Hwy 150
Saint Mary-Of-The-Woods, IN 47876-1099
General Phone: (812) 535-5151
http://www.smwc.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Education And Teaching | 55 | elementary school teaching, early childhood education, education courses, social science teaching, art education, teacher education, education, special ed |
| Business And Management | 51 | business administration, accounting, marketing, business, business management, human resources, accounting and computer science, non-profit management, ... |
| Therapy And Counseling | 25 | psychology, music therapy, art therapy |
| Liberal Arts | 15 | English, technical and business writing, social studies, humanities, creative writing, English language and literature, Spanish language, social services, ... |
| Animal Science And Care | 14 | animal services, equine science, equestrian studies |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 11 | web design, computer and info science |
| Religion And Philosophy | 10 | theology, religion |
| Family And Social Work | 9 | human services, adult development and aging, social service professions |
| Mathematics | 5 | systems science and theory, mathematics |
| Media | 5 | journalism, advertising, digital communications, communications tech courses |
| Art Studies | 3 | art studies |
| Design | 3 | graphic design, design and visual communication |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 3 | stagecraft |
| Law | 2 | legal assistant |
| Science | 2 | biology |
| Photography And Commercial Art | 1 | photography |
| Music | 1 | music |
| Medicine | 1 | health professions |
Number of programs and degrees for Saint Mary Of The Woods College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 174 | 51 |
| Master's degree | 35 | 5 |
| Associate's degree | 7 | 9 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 0 | 2 |
In 2007-2008, Saint Mary Of The Woods College had a total enrollment of 1,677 students (869 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 2% |
| Women | 98% |
| Full-Time | 78% |
| Part-Time | 22% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 90% |
| Graduate | 10% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 76% |
| Black | 3% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 0% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 17% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 7% |
| 20-21 | 11% |
| 22-24 | 14% |
| 25-29 | 15% |
| 30-34 | 16% |
| 35-39 | 21% |
| 40-49 | 11% |
| 50-64 | 5% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 82 % |
| Part-Time | 72 % |
Saint Mary Of The Woods College offers campus housing for 350 of its 869 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of , for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other 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 | 417 | 293 | 70% | 129 | 44% |
| Men | 7 | 3 | 43% | 2 | 67% |
| Women | 410 | 290 | 71% | 127 | 44% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 430 | 540 |
| SAT Math | 410 | 520 |
| SAT Writing | 410 | 550 |
| ACT Composite | 18 | 25 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | not required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 73% |
| 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 | $ 21,550 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 21,550 |
| Room and board | $ 7,890 |
| Room charge | $ 3,080 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 4,810 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,300 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,000 |
Financial Aid:
Saint Mary Of The Woods College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 183500)
Saint Mary Of The Woods College has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 10 | 24 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 5 | 12 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 8 | 8 |
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 | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 4 | $48,585 |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 2 | * | 6 | $48,473 |
*: 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 0 | * | 5 | $57,657 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 10 | $47,422 | 16 | $46,247 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 10 | $38,631 | 14 | $37,690 |
| Instructor | academic year | 1 | * | 3 | $34,203 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 21 | $42,565 | 38 | $43,645 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 0 | 54 | 54 |
| Basketball | 0 | 10 | 10 |
| All Other Sports | 0 | 44 | 44 |
ANIMAL SCIENCE AND CARE
Agricultural and Domestic Animal Services, Other
Equestrian/Equine Studies
Horse Husbandry/Equine Science and Management
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Accounting and Computer Science
Business Administration and Management, General
Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other
Business/Commerce, General
E-Commerce/Electronic Commerce
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Non-Profit/Public/Organizational Management
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design
DESIGN
Design and Visual Communications, General
Graphic Design
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Dramatic/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft, Other
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Art Teacher Education
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Education, General
Education, Other
Elementary Education and Teaching
Social Science Teacher Education
Special Education and Teaching, General
Teacher Education/Profess Development, Levels & Methods, Other
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Adult Development and Aging
Human Services, General
Public Administration and Social Service Professions, Other
LIBERAL ARTS
Creative Writing
English Language and Literature, General
English Language and Literature/Letters, Other
French Language and Literature
Humanities/Humanistic Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Social Sciences, General
Social Sciences, Other
Spanish Language and Literature
Technical and Business Writing
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
Systems Science and Theory
MEDIA
Advertising
Communications Technologies/Technicians & Support Services, Other
Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia
Journalism
MEDICINE
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
PHOTOGRAPHY AND COMMERCIAL ART
Photography
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Religion/Religious Studies
Theology/Theological Studies
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Art Therapy/Therapist
Music Therapy/Therapist
Psychology, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Saint Mary Of The Woods College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in mathematics (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 4% | |
| % of degrees in animal science and care (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| Female % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 12% | |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| % of degrees in education and teaching (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
| % of degrees in music (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Roman Catholic affiliation Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Student employment services On-campus day care 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 Has ROTC (army, air force) Offers athletic scholarships
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