by our College Data Analytics TeamBelow are the key facts about this program at Cornell University. You can study it at the Bachelor’s level, with graduate study also available. At its best it places at #1 out of 71 schools (Bachelor’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
College Factual rates Cornell University among the top schools in the country for visual & performing arts, placing at #26 out of 1,146 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Visual & Performing Arts Schools | 26 of 1,146 |
| Best Visual & Performing Arts Schools in New York | 1 of 100 |
| Best Visual & Performing Arts Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region | 6 of 213 |
The table below lists every degree level available for visual & performing arts at Cornell University, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 52 |
| Master’s | 14 |
| Doctoral | 8 |
This visual & performing arts field at Cornell University covers the following majors. Select a major to see its rankings, popularity, salary, and diversity details:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Fine and Studio Arts | 36 |
| Music | 17 |
| Visual and Performing Arts, Other | 10 |
| Design and Applied Arts | 7 |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft | 7 |
During the most recent reporting year, Cornell University handed out 52 bachelor’s degrees in visual & performing arts.
Cornell University is among the very best schools in the country for visual & performing arts at the bachelor’s level. Specifically, it ranked #1 out of 71 schools by College Factual.
Visual & Performing Arts students who finish a bachelor’s at Cornell University earn a median of $63,028 a year. This is lower than $118,994, the median for all majors at Cornell University.
While getting their bachelor’s degree at Cornell University, visual & performing arts graduates take on a median debt of $17,153 in student loans. This is above $15,005, the typical median for all majors at Cornell University.
Average full-time tuition and fees are listed in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $60,286 | $68,380 |
| Fees | $934 | $934 |
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Among recent graduates, 29% of visual & performing arts bachelor’s degrees went to men and 71% went to women.
The majority of visual & performing arts bachelor’s degree graduates at Cornell University are White. About 35% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Cornell University with a bachelor’s in visual & performing arts.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 8 |
| Black or African American | 2 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 8 |
| White | 18 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 8 |
| Other Races | 8 |
You can also pursue this field at the graduate level at Cornell University. The following graduate award levels are reported.
| Graduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Master’s Degrees in Visual & Performing Arts | 14 |
| Doctoral Degrees in Visual & Performing Arts | 8 |
