Virginia Intermont College is in Bristol, VA. Bristol is a small city. The school is classified as a Baptist college. Virginia Intermont College is a private, not-for-profit institution. The school issues awards (degrees) up to the level of Bachelor's degree.
Virginia Intermont College tries to provide students with lots of choices, and does not tend to focus on only a few programs of study. Fields of study in vogue at the school include animal science and care, art studies, photography and commercial art, and education and teaching.
Not all applicants to Virginia Intermont College are accepted. The top quarter of students at the school scored at least 550 on the verbal SAT test. Students' math SAT scores were most often in the range 410 to 510 in 2007-2008.
The schools' faculty/student ratio of superior to most. The most successful professors at the school are given tenure, encouraging them to stay with the school for a long time.
Approximately 224 students study at Virginia Intermont College (in 2007-2008).
Part-time study is common at the school. Students at Virginia Intermont College can take advantage of the school's meal plans. Students participate in Appalachian Athletic Conference athletics. Athletic scholarships or financial aid help Virginia Intermont College attract student athletes.
More complete details are provided below.
Virginia Intermont College
1013 Moore Street
Bristol, VA 24201
General Phone: (276) 669-6101
http://www.vic.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 83 | interdisciplinary studies, history, English, general studies, liberal arts and sciences, political science |
| Business and Management | 36 | business management |
| Animal Science and Care | 26 | equestrian studies |
| Photography and Commercial Art | 25 | photography |
| Family and Social Work | 15 | social work |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 14 | sports and fitness management, health and physical education |
| Science | 9 | biology |
| Art Studies | 4 | art studies |
| Therapy and Counseling | 3 | psychology, art therapy |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 3 | criminal justice and safety |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 3 | computer and info science |
| Law | 2 | pre-law, legal assistant |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 2 | dance, theatre design, drama |
| Religion and Philosophy | 2 | religion |
| Design | 0 | graphic design |
| Medicine | 0 | medical preparatory |
Number of programs and degrees for Virginia Intermont College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 227 | 24 |
| Associate's degree | 0 | 3 |
In 2007-2008, Virginia Intermont College had a total enrollment of 224 students (533 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 28% |
| Women | 72% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 85% |
| Black | 6% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 0% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 3% |
| (Foreign Students) | 5% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 13% |
| 20-21 | 34% |
| 22-24 | 38% |
| 25-29 | 12% |
| 30-34 | 2% |
| 50-64 | 0% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 71 % |
| Part-Time | 91 % |
Virginia Intermont College offers campus housing for 472 of its 533 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Bristol, Virginia for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Virginia Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 21 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 902 | 537 | 60% | 134 | 25% |
| Men | 194 | 74 | 38% | 37 | 50% |
| Women | 708 | 463 | 65% | 97 | 21% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 430 | 550 |
| SAT Math | 410 | 510 |
| ACT Verbal | 17 | 23 |
| ACT Math | 16 | 22 |
| ACT Composite | 18 | 22 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 68% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 37% |
| 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 | $ 23,210 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 23,210 |
| Room and board | $ 6,820 |
| Room charge | $ 3,255 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,565 |
| Books and supplies | $ 800 |
| Other expenses | $ 350 |
Financial Aid:
Virginia Intermont College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 375200)
Virginia Intermont College has a tenure system for faculty.
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 | * | 0 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 2 | * | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 4 | $56,654 | 3 | $44,540 |
*: 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 | 6 | $49,926 | 2 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 2 | * | 4 | $41,669 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 8 | $36,043 | 9 | $37,644 |
| Instructor | academic year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 16 | $42,287 | 16 | $40,056 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Appalachian Athletic Conference |
| Baseball | Appalachian Athletic Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 21 | 13 | 34 |
| Basketball | 9 | 13 | 22 |
| Baseball | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| All Other Sports | 5 | 0 | 5 |
ANIMAL SCIENCE AND CARE
Equestrian/Equine Studies
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration and Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Dance, General
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
Technical Theatre/Theatre Design and Technology
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Social Work
LAW
Legal Assistant/Paralegal
Pre-Law Studies
LIBERAL ARTS
English Language and Literature, General
General Studies
History, General
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Political Science and Government, General
MEDICINE
Health/Medical Preparatory Programs, Other
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Health and Physical Education, General
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
PHOTOGRAPHY AND COMMERCIAL ART
Photography
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Religion/Religious Studies
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Art Therapy/Therapist
Psychology, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Virginia Intermont College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of degrees in animal science and care (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | ![]() ![]() |
| % students on athletic fin. aid (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in art studies (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in education and teaching (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | ![]() |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 14% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in photography and commercial art (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | ![]() |
| Female % of student body (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 18% | ![]() |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | ![]() |
Notable:
Baptist affiliation
Accepts some high school credits
Grants credits for AP courses
Offers weekend classes
Career counseling
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
Offers athletic scholarships
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