by our College Data Analytics TeamHere is an overview of this program at American University. Degrees are awarded at the Bachelor’s level, with graduate study also available. Jump to any of the following sections:
By College Factual’s measure, American University among the top schools in the country for fine & studio arts, coming in at #133 out of 664 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Fine & Studio Arts Schools | 133 of 664 |
| Best Fine & Studio Arts Schools in District of Columbia | 2 of 5 |
| Best Fine & Studio Arts Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region | 33 of 122 |
The following degree levels are offered in fine & studio arts at American University, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 11 |
| Master’s | 11 |
During the most recent reporting year, American University handed out 11 bachelor’s degrees in fine & studio arts.
American University is not currently ranked for fine & studio arts at the bachelor’s level.
Fine & Studio Arts graduates with a bachelor’s degree from American University report a median salary of $40,687 a year. This is lower than $75,429, the median for all majors at American University.
While getting their bachelor’s degree at American University, fine & studio arts graduates take on a median debt of $23,250 in student loans. This is lower than $24,223, the typical median for all majors at American University.
Information about average full-time undergraduate tuition and fees is shown in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $50,542 | $57,952 |
| Fees | $819 | $819 |
Learn more about American University tuition and fees.
Every one of the 11 students who graduated with a bachelor’s degree in fine & studio arts from American University identified as women.
The majority of fine & studio arts bachelor’s degree graduates at American University were White. About 55% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from American University with a bachelor’s in fine & studio arts.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 6 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 3 |
| Other Races | 0 |
American University awarded 8 bachelor’s completions in fine/studio arts, general in the latest year of data — 100% to women and 0% to men. Most of these graduates identified as White (38%).
American University awarded 3 bachelor’s degrees in art history, criticism and conservation recently — 100% to women and 0% to men. The most common background among these graduates was White (100%).
You can also pursue this field at the graduate level at American University. The following graduate award levels are reported.
| Graduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Master’s Degrees in Fine & Studio Arts | 11 |
