by our College Data Analytics TeamWe've pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the ethnic diversity of these students, and more. We've also included details on how Columbia ranks compared to other colleges offering a major in visual arts.
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Columbia was ranked #17 on College Factual's most recent list of the best schools for visual arts majors. This puts the bachelor's program at the school solidly in the top 15% of all colleges and universities in the country.
In 2021, 5 students received their master’s degree in visual arts from Columbia. This makes it the #17 most popular school for visual arts master’s degree candidates in the country.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the visual arts majors at Columbia University in the City of New York.
In the 2020-2021 academic year, 5 students earned a master's degree in visual arts from Columbia. About 60% of these graduates were women and the other 40% were men.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 60% of 2021 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Columbia University in the City of New York with a master's in visual arts.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 3 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 0 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Fine & Studio Arts | 98 |
| Other Visual Art | 90 |
| Film, Video & Photographic Arts | 75 |
| Music | 47 |
| Drama & Theater Arts | 42 |
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