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- School Code: 117900
- Phone: (510) 592-9688
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ACCEPTANCE RATE
99.94%FINANCIAL AID RATE
98%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
11:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
8FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$21,559Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Art Therapy Program
The art therapy program at Notre Dame de Namur University prepares students for careers as an occupational therapist or recreational therapist. The program focuses on drawing and other art media forms to assess, treat, and rehabilitate individuals with mental, emotional, developmental, or physical disorders. Program course include: art, history and theory of art therapy, art therapeutic techniques, psychopathy, patient assessment and diagnosis, cultural diversity issues, legal and ethical practice issues, and professional standards and regulations. Get more details below including other California colleges that offer art therapy program.
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Notre Dame de Namur University (NDNU)
47671 Westinghouse Drive, Fremont, CA
NDNU is a nonprofit private institution that has many majors available for students to choose from. The school is located in Belmont, California, in a predominantly suburban area. The Roman Catholic affiliation at the school is an important part of the history, education and curriculum that defines the school. Enrollment at Notre Dame de Namur University is nearly a thousand annually.
Here is a list of some of the popular programs Notre Dame de Namur University offers:
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Education
- Public Administration And Social Services
- Health And Clinical Professions
The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, transcripts, and standardized test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions committee. An ACT or SAT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores between 840 - 1060 for the SAT exam and between 18 - 23 for the ACT exam is common among students admitted to this school. This school accepts approximately 70% of applicants yearly. Of those accepted, around 14% of students enrolled. More information regarding admissions can be found here.
Tuition is approximately $33,000 for the year, though it may vary based on any number of circumstances. Students may check the school's net price calculator to determine a more personalized cost estimate. The price of on-campus housing is around $8,400 per year. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the required requirements by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.
The mascot for NDNU is the "Argonauts", and they participate in intercollegiate athletics through the NCAA. Sports available may include but not limited to:
- Basketball (NCAA Division II)
- Golf (NCAA Division II)
- Lacrosse (NCAA Division II)
- Soccer (NCAA Division II)
Students can visit the NDNU website to obtain a complete list of programs offered, admissions information, and more.
Students Enrolled in the Art Therapy Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Notre Dame de Namur University offers a doctorate degree program in art therapy.
Students by Gender (2019)
Graduates | |
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Male | 1 |
Female | 2 |
Students by Race (2019)
Graduates | |
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White | 2 |
Non Resident Alien | 1 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
Career Options for Graduates
Students who have completed the Art Therapy program at Notre Dame de Namur University, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary
Description
Teach courses in health specialties, in fields such as dentistry, laboratory technology, medicine, pharmacy, public health, therapy, and veterinary medicine.
Therapists, All Other
Description
All therapists not listed separately.
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may give an overview of the candidates Notre Dame de Namur University accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and recent graduates, Notre Dame de Namur University may provide student services including:
- Distance learning
- Remedial courses
- Counseling assistance
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Helping students find work after graduation
Intercollegiate Athletics
NDNU is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division II without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Basketball (Pacific West Conference)
- Track and Field (Pacific West Conference)
- Golf
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Volleyball