The campus of Visible School Music And Worships Arts College is in Lakeland, TN, which is a rural site not far from an urban area. Its Interdenominational nature is one of the defining aspects of the school. Visible School Music And Worships Arts College is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degrees at the school include, at the school's highest level, the Bachelor's degree.
The range of program offerings available from Visible School Music And Worships Arts College is especially impressive compared to its number of students. The school is known for its programs in music.
Admission at Visible School Music And Worships Arts College is selective, not open to all who apply. Getting into the school is challenging; it only admitted 43% of those who applied in 2007-2008. 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 440 and 600.
The school maintains a faculty/student ratio (full-time) which is better than most colleges. Visible School Music And Worships Arts College has a tenure system for senior faculty.
In 2007-2008, the school had 66 students enrolled (75 full-time equivalent). A very high share of students at Visible School Music And Worships Arts College are male.
The school has a residential or campus feel. Visible School Music And Worships Arts College offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. The school offers students meal plans.
More complete details are provided below.
Visible School Music And Worships Arts College
9817 Huff and Puff Rd
Lakeland, TN 38002
General Phone: (901) 381-3939
http://www.visibleschool.com
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Music | 9 | music performance, music management |
| Religion and Philosophy | 2 | theology |
| Media | 2 | digital communications |
Number of programs and degrees for Visible School Music And Worships Arts College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 10 | 4 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 3 | 4 |
In 2007-2008, Visible School Music And Worships Arts College had a total enrollment of 66 students (75 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 65% |
| Women | 35% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| (Foreign Students) | 100% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 15% |
| 20-21 | 30% |
| 22-24 | 26% |
| 25-29 | 21% |
| 30-34 | 5% |
| 35-39 | 2% |
| 65+ | 2% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Tennessee | 36% |
| Wisconsin | 21% |
| Pennsylvania | 21% |
| (International Students) | 14% |
| Missouri | 7% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 82 % |
Visible School Music And Worships Arts College offers campus housing for 100 of its 75 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Lakeland, Tennessee for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Tennessee Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 3 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 108 | 46 | 43% | 46 | 100% |
| Men | 69 | 30 | 43% | 30 | 100% |
| Women | 39 | 16 | 41% | 16 | 100% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 430 | 580 |
| SAT Math | 440 | 600 |
| ACT Verbal | 15 | 25 |
| ACT Math | 16 | 25 |
| ACT Composite | 17 | 24 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 26% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 24% |
| 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 | $ 16,700 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 16,700 |
| Room and board | $ 3,400 |
| Room charge | $ 3,400 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 120 |
| Books and supplies | $ 800 |
| Other expenses | $ 5,805 |
Financial Aid:
Visible School Music And Worships Arts College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3982300)
Visible School Music And Worships Arts 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant professor | academic year | 2 | * | 2 | * |
| Instructor | academic year | 2 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 4 | $28,424 | 3 | $30,021 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
MEDIA
Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia
MUSIC
Music Management and Merchandising
Music Performance, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Visible School Music And Worships Arts College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of degrees in music (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | ![]() |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | ![]() |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | ![]() |
Notable:
Interdenominational affiliation
Accepts some high school credits
Grants credits for AP courses
Career counseling
Career services
Student employment services
Remedial classes for students
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
Offers campus housing
Offers a board (meal) plan
Tenure system for quality teaching
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