by our College Data Analytics TeamHere is an overview of this program at EIU. It is offered at the Bachelor’s level, with graduate study also available. It ranks as high as #13 out of 26 schools (Bachelor’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
College Factual ranks EIU as a strong choice for visual & performing arts, ranked #246 out of 1,146 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Visual & Performing Arts Schools | 246 of 1,146 |
| Best Visual & Performing Arts Schools in Illinois | 10 of 32 |
| Best Visual & Performing Arts Schools in the Great Lakes Region | 30 of 144 |
The following degree levels are available for visual & performing arts at EIU, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 35 |
| Master’s | 58 |
This visual & performing arts field at EIU breaks down into these majors. Follow a link for the major’s detailed rankings and outcomes:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Fine and Studio Arts | 58 |
| Music | 32 |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft | 3 |
In the most recent year for which we have data, Eastern Illinois University conferred 35 bachelor’s degrees in visual & performing arts.
EIU is a solid choice among schools offering visual & performing arts at the bachelor’s level. In particular it placed #13 out of 26 schools by College Factual.
Visual & Performing Arts students who finish a bachelor’s at EIU report a median salary of $38,398 a year. This is lower than $54,001, the median for all majors at EIU.
To complete a bachelor’s at EIU, visual & performing arts students borrow a median amount of $25,650 in student loans. This is above $24,225, the typical median for all majors at EIU.
Information about average full-time undergraduate tuition and fees is shown in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $9,472 | $12,330 |
| Fees | $3,529 | $3,529 |
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In the most recent graduating class, 31% of visual & performing arts bachelor’s degrees went to men and 69% went to women.
The majority of visual & performing arts bachelor’s degree graduates at EIU were White. About 74% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Eastern Illinois University with a bachelor’s in visual & performing arts.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 4 |
| White | 26 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 2 |
This program is also offered at the graduate level at EIU. The following graduate award levels are reported.
| Graduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Master’s Degrees in Visual & Performing Arts | 58 |
