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Watkins College Of Art & Design is found in Nashville, TN. Nashville is a large city. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Students can earn degrees up to and including the Bachelor's degree at Watkins College Of Art & Design.
The school is known for its programs in design, photography and commercial art, and fine arts.
Admission to Watkins College Of Art & Design is not automatic; not everyone who applies gets in. Three quarters of students in 2007-2008 had SAT verbal scores of at least 450. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 450 and 550.
Students numbered 400 in 2007-2008 at Watkins College Of Art & Design.
A lot of students at the school attend part-time.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Watkins College of Art & Design offers a studio-based curriculum, supported by a strong academic foundation. The faculty and staff are committed to a learning-centered environment that challenges the student to engage the mind, train the eye and cultivate talent and skill into an active realization of creative potential."
More complete details are provided below.
Watkins College Of Art & Design
2298 Rosa L Parks Blvd
Nashville, TN 37228
General Phone: (615) 383-4848
http://www.watkins.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Design | 35 | graphic design, interior design |
| Photography and Commercial Art | 16 | cinematography, photography |
| Fine Arts | 11 | fine arts |
Number of programs and degrees for Watkins College Of Art & Design in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 56 | 5 |
| Associate's degree | 5 | 5 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 1 | 2 |
In 2007-2008, Watkins College Of Art & Design had a total enrollment of 400 students (278 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 79% |
| Part-Time | 21% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 2% |
| Asian | 16% |
| American Indian | 2% |
| Unknown | 78% |
| (Foreign Students) | 2% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 6% |
| 18-19 | 22% |
| 20-21 | 17% |
| 22-24 | 20% |
| 25-29 | 16% |
| 30-34 | 6% |
| 35-39 | 4% |
| 40-49 | 5% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 74 % |
Watkins College Of Art & Design offers campus housing for 96 of its 278 (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. Also see our list of other Tennessee Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 197 | 134 | 68% | 106 | 79% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 450 | 550 |
| SAT Math | 450 | 550 |
| SAT Writing | 450 | 550 |
| ACT Verbal | 22 | 28 |
| ACT Math | 22 | 28 |
| ACT Composite | 22 | 28 |
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 | 5% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 45% |
| 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 | $ 14,160 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 14,160 |
| Room and board | $ 8,200 |
| Room charge | $ 6,000 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,200 |
| Other expenses | $ 3,000 |
Financial Aid:
Watkins College Of Art & Design participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3088800)
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 | academic year | 3 | $56,220 | 4 | $50,914 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 6 | $37,897 | 5 | $39,174 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 10 | $46,279 | 10 | $45,412 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
DESIGN
Graphic Design
Interior Design
FINE ARTS
Fine/Studio Arts, General
PHOTOGRAPHY AND COMMERCIAL ART
Cinematography and Film/Video Production
Photography
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Watkins College Of Art & Design Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in photography and commercial art (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% |  |
| % of degrees in fine arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | |
| % of degrees in design (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Student employment services Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing
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