by our College Data Analytics TeamFor its 2024 ranking, College Factual looked at 2 schools in Maine to determine which ones were the best for visual & performing arts students pursuing a bachelor's degree. Combined, these schools handed out 229 bachelor's degrees in visual & performing arts to qualified students.
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To determine the overall quality of a graduate school, one factor we look at is the average early-career salary of those receiving their bachelor's degree from the school. This is because one of the main reasons people pursue their bachelor's degree is to enable themselves to find better-paying positions.
In addition to the above, you should consider some of the following factors:
Our full ranking methodology documents in more detail how we consider these factors to identify the best colleges for visual & performing arts students working on their bachelor's degree.
The visual & performing arts school you choose to invest your time and money in matters. To help you make the decision that is right for you, we've developed a number of major-specific rankings, including this list of the Best Visual & Performing Arts Bachelor's Degree Schools in Maine.
In addition to College Factual's rankings, you may want to take a look at College Combat, our unique tool that lets you pit your favorite schools head-to-head and compare how they rate on factors that most interest you. When you have some time, check it out - you may want to bookmark the link so you don't forget it.
Learn about start dates, transferring credits, availability of financial aid, and more by contacting the universities below.
The following list ranks the best colleges and universities for pursuing a bachelor's degree in visual & performing arts.
Any student who is interested in a bachelor's degree in visual & performing arts needs to check out Maine College of Art. Maine College of Art is a small private not-for-profit college located in the small city of Portland.More information about a bachelor’s in visual & performing arts from Maine College of Art
University of Southern Maine is one of the best schools in the country for getting a bachelor's degree in visual & performing arts. Located in the small city of Portland, University of Southern Maine is a public university with a medium-sized student population.More information about a bachelor’s in visual & performing arts from University of Southern Maine
Explore all the Best Visual & Performing Arts Schools in the New England Area or other specific states within that region.
| State | Colleges | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 33 | 3,985 |
| New Hampshire | 32 | 790 |
| Vermont | 32 | 448 |
| Rhode Island | 32 | 570 |
| Connecticut | 31 | 947 |
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Fine & Studio Arts | 107 |
| Music | 47 |
| Drama & Theater Arts | 36 |
| Design & Applied Arts | 24 |
| Dance | 6 |
| Film, Video & Photographic Arts | 5 |
| General Visual & Performing Arts | 3 |
| Crafts, Folk Art & Artisanry | 1 |
