- Watkins College of Art at Belmont University is an art and design college of Belmont University in Nashville, Tennessee. It is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design and offers Bachelor of Fine Arts degrees as well as post-graduate degrees in film and visual arts.
School Highlights
Watkins College of Art Design & Film serves 158 students (85% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the state community college average of 25:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 38%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 158 students
- In-state tuition: $20,250
- Out-state tuition: $20,250
- Acceptance Rate: 58%
- Student-teacher ratio: 3:1
- Minority enrollment: 36%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Watkins College of Art Design & Film ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Selectivity
School Resources
School Overview
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Watkins College of Art Design & Film
(TN) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Special Focus Four-Year: Arts, Music & Design Schools
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Institution Level
Less than 2 yrs
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Year Founded
1885
Total Faculty
53 staff
38 staff
Student Body
The student population of Watkins College of Art Design & Film has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 3:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Watkins College of Art Design & Film diversity score of 0.56 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
158 students
1,083 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
25:1
# Full-Time Students
135 students
416 students
# Part-Time Students
23 students
667 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
243 students
393 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
127 students
378 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
8 students
93 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
3%
2%
% Hispanic
7%
8%
% Black
13%
20%
% White
64%
62%
% Two or more races
7%
4%
% Non Resident races
4%
1%
% Unknown races
1%
3%
Diversity Score
0.56
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years) (Year 2023)
37%
38%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$33,000
$26,800
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $20,250 is more than the state average of $5,176. The in-state tuition has declined by 14% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $20,250 is more than the state average of $15,746. The out-state tuition has declined by 14% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$20,250
$5,176
Out-State Tuition Fees
$20,250
$15,746
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
94%
Median Debt for Graduates
$27,000
$11,059
Median Debt for Dropouts
$9,500
$5,000
Acceptance Rate
58%
87%
SAT Total Avg.
1,473
1,402
SAT Reading
525
470
SAT Math
463
455
SAT Writing
485
477
ACT Total Avg.
63
58
ACT Composite
21
20
ACT English
21
19
ACT Math
21
19
ACT Writing
8
8
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Watkins College of Art Design & Film cost?
Watkins College of Art Design & Film's tuition is approximately $20,250 for In-State students and $20,250 for Out-State students.
What schools are Watkins College of Art Design & Film often compared to?
Watkins College of Art Design & Filmis often viewed alongside schools like Nashville State Community College, Nossi College of Art and Design by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Watkins College of Art Design & Film?
The acceptance rate of Watkins College of Art Design & Film is 58%, which is lower than the state average of 87%. Watkins College of Art Design & Film's acceptance rate is ranked among the top community colleges in Tennessee with low acceptance rates.
What is Watkins College of Art Design & Film's ranking?
Watkins College of Art Design & Film ranks among the top 20% of community college in Tennessee for: Lowest acceptance rates and Percent of students receiving financial aid.
In what neighborhood is Watkins College of Art Design & Film located?
Watkins College of Art Design & Film is located in the Metrocenter And North Rhodes Park neighborhood of Nashville, TN.
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