Anderson Hall at Maryville College
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Type | Private: Liberal Arts |
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Established | 1819 |
Endowment | US $58.1 million |
President | Dr. Tom Bogart |
Academic staff
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79, with student faculty ratio of 1/12 |
Undergraduates | 1,213 (2014) |
Location | Maryville, Tennessee, United States |
Campus | Suburban, 320 acres |
Colors | Orange and Garnet |
Athletics | NCAA Division III |
Nickname | The Fighting Scots |
Mascot | Scots |
Website | maryvillecollege.edu |
Maryville College Historic District
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Area | 18 acres (7.3 ha) |
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Architectural style | Colonial Revival, Queen Anne, Romanesque |
NRHP Reference # | 82003953 |
Added to NRHP | September 9, 1982 |
Maryville College is a private, four-year, liberal arts college in Maryville, Tennessee, United States, near Knoxville. It was founded in 1819 by Presbyterian minister Isaac L. Anderson for the purpose of furthering education and enlightenment into the West. The college is one of the 50 oldest colleges in the United States and the 12th-oldest institution in the South. It is associated with the Presbyterian Church (USA), and enrolls about 1,093 students. Maryville College's nickname is the Fighting Scots. The sports teams compete in NCAA Division III athletics in the USA South Athletic Conference.
As a liberal arts school, the college promotes a well-rounded education. The school requires numerous general education courses to achieve this. The courses are taken through the conclusion of the student's education, contributing to the graduating student's becoming knowledgeable in a number of fields.
Maryville College offers the following degrees:
In addition to these majors, a number of degree programs are available for teacher licensure.
Maryville College is one of the few colleges in the nation that requires graduating students to complete a comprehensive exam in their major and conduct an extensive senior thesis.
Maryville College was ranked No. 3 in U.S. News & World Report for "Best Comprehensive-Bachelor's" category for southern colleges and universities in both 2006 and 2007.
Maryville College operates on the nontraditional 4-1-4 schedule. During January, students take a J-Term course which lasts for the month and typically incorporates experiential learning. Study abroad trips are also offered during J-term.