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Watkins College Of Art And Design is in a large city, in Nashville, Tennessee. The school is classified as a private, not-for-profit college. Students at Watkins College Of Art And Design earn degrees up to the Post-Baccalaureate certificate.
The most common major fields study at the school include design, photography and commercial art, and fine arts.
Watkins College Of Art And Design does not admit all applicants. The middle range of verbal SAT scores in 2005 was 470 to 580 for students at the school. While math SAT scores among applicants varied, those accepted commonly had scores between 390 and 450. Watkins College Of Art And Design attracts a fair number of students from out of state.
One indicator of school quality is the number of students per professor, and here the school does well in comparison to most schools.
Watkins College Of Art And Design, in 2005, had 350 students (265 full-time equivalent). Adults changing careers are relatively common at the school.
Many students at Watkins College Of Art And Design are part-timers.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The mission of Watkins College of Art&Design and the Watkins Film School is to provide a distinctive education that prepares students for a professional creative life, instills the values of service and responsibility to society, and provides the global perspective necessary for a changing and multicultural world."
More complete details are provided below.
Watkins College Of Art And Design
2298 Metrocenter Blvd
Nashville, TN 37228
General Phone: (615) 383-4848
http://www.watkins.edu
Watkins College Of Art And Design awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Design | 29 | interior design, graphic design |
| Photography And Commercial Art | 28 | cinematography, photography |
| Fine Arts | 9 | fine arts |
Number of programs and degrees for Watkins College Of Art And Design in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 43 | 5 |
| Associate's degree | 12 | 5 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 11 | 2 |
In 2005, Watkins College Of Art And Design had a total enrollment of 350 students (265 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 40% |
| Women | 60% |
| Full-Time | 81% |
| Part-Time | 19% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 91% |
| Graduate | 9% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 86% |
| Black | 6% |
| Hispanic | 3% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Other Races | 1% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 8% |
| 20-21 | 13% |
| 22-24 | 20% |
| 25-29 | 21% |
| 30-34 | 7% |
| 35-39 | 4% |
| 40-49 | 8% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Tennessee | 71% |
| Georgia | 8% |
| Michigan | 4% |
| Alabama | 4% |
| Texas | 4% |
| Iowa | 4% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 92 % |
| Part-Time | 100 % |
Watkins College Of Art And Design offers campus housing for 48 of its 265 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Nashville, Tennessee for details about the area surrounding the campus.)
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 111 | 90 | 81% | 85 | 94% |
| Men | 51 | 38 | 75% | 34 | 89% |
| Women | 60 | 52 | 87% | 51 | 98% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 470 | 580 |
| SAT Math | 390 | 450 |
| ACT Verbal | 20 | 25 |
| ACT Math | 17 | 20 |
| ACT Composite | 20 | 23 |
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 | 7% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 86% |
| 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 | $ 12,120 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 12,120 |
| Room and board | $ 7,800 |
| Room charge | $ 7,800 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,200 |
| Other expenses | $ 3,000 |
Financial Aid:
Watkins College Of Art And Design participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3088800)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 5 | 12 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 0 | * | 3 | $44,823 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 4 | $45,079 | 2 | * |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 1 | * | 7 | $37,899 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 5 | $43,479 | 12 | $41,520 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Watkins College Of Art And Design Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in photography and commercial art (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% |  |
| % of degrees in fine arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | |
| % of degrees in design (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| % of students from other states (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 19% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 19% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Offers campus housing Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing
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