Stevens-The Institute Of Business & Arts
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- Stevens - The Institute of Business & Arts (Siba) got it`s start as Patricia Stevens College in 1947. Our campus at 1521 Washington Avenue is located in the heart of St. Louis` revitalized Garment District. Our building was constructed in 1917 for the George E Keith shoe factory.Since our start more than 70 years ago, Siba has been committed to offering small class sizes, individual attention, and expert instructors. Our nurturing environment and adaptability help you develop the skills today`s employers seek in graduates. We strive to make our community accessible to students of all backgrounds by offering a variety of financial aid options. Since our establishment, we have been dedicated to strengthening our region with a committed presence downtown and exceptional graduates.
School Highlights
Stevens-The Institute Of Business & Arts serves 122 students (66% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the state community college average of 24:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 42%.
Top Placements
Stevens-The Institute Of Business & Arts places among the top 20% of community colleges in Missouri for:
- Category Attribute
- Diversity Average community college minority breakdown
- School Resources Percent of students receiving financial aid
School Overview
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
| Stevens-The Institute Of Business & Arts | (MO) Community College Avg. | |
| Carnegie Classification | Associate of Arts Colleges | Baccalaureate / Associates Colleges |
| Institution Level | Four or more years | At least 2 but less than 4 years |
| Institution Control | Private for-profit | Private, for profit |
| Total Faculty | 10 staff | 41 staff |
Source: 2019 (or latest year available) IPEDS
School Notes
- Stevens Institute of Business & Arts (SIBA) offers a wide variety of programs to study. We offer a 36 month Bachelors' Degree program in Interior Design, Business Administration, Paralegal Studies and Retail Management / Fashion Merchandising. We offer 18 month Associate of Applied Science Degrees in Tourism and Hospitality Management, Interior Design, Business Administration,Paralegal Studies, and Retail Management/Fashion Merchandising. Our average class size is 10-15 students, which allows for plenty of interaction among classmates and instructors. Each faculty member holds a degree related to the classes they teach, and they possess valuable practical experience in their fields. The placement rate for the college's graduates is 90%-100%. Stevens - The Institute of Business & Arts also helps its graduates set up job interviews and instructs them on setting goals, writing resumes, interview skills, and helps them develop professionalism in dress and attitude. Siba is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS) to award certificates, diplomas, Associate in Applied Science degrees and Bachelor of Science and Arts degrees. We have rolling applications/enrollments and applicants must have a high school diploma or a state GED.
Nearby Schools
The nearest community college to Stevens-The Institute Of Business & Arts is Saint Louis Community College (0.9 miles away).
- College Location Mi. Students
- 18,157 students | 0.90 Mi3221 McKelvey Road
Bridgeton, MO 63044
(314) 513-4200 0.9018,157 - 1,698 students | 2.90 Mi4431 Finney Ave
Saint Louis, MO 63113
(314) 371-0236 2.901,698 - St Louis College of Health Careers-St LouisPrivate for-profit103 students | 3.30 Mi909 South Taylor Avenue
Saint Louis, MO 63110
(314) 652-0300 3.30103 - 7,438 students | 10.50 Mi3400 Pershall Rd
Saint Louis, MO 63135
(314) 513-4200 10.507,438 - 11,439 students | 12.60 Mi11333 Big Bend Blvd
Saint Louis, MO 63122
(314) 984-7500 12.6011,439
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