by our College Data Analytics TeamBelow are the key facts about this program at ISU. You can study it at the Bachelor’s level, with graduate study also available. Its best result is a rank of #2 out of 6 schools (Bachelor’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
By College Factual’s measure, ISU as a strong choice for visual & performing arts, placing at #176 out of 1,146 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Visual & Performing Arts Schools | 176 of 1,146 |
| Best Visual & Performing Arts Schools in Iowa | 2 of 11 |
| Best Visual & Performing Arts Schools in the Plains States Region | 16 of 87 |
The following degree levels are granted in visual & performing arts at ISU, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 271 |
| Master’s | 23 |
This visual & performing arts area of study at ISU includes the following specific majors. Choose a major for its full rankings, popularity, and outcomes:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Design and Applied Arts | 263 |
| Visual and Performing Arts, General | 21 |
| Music | 10 |
During the most recent reporting year, Iowa State University conferred 271 bachelor’s degrees in visual & performing arts.
ISU is among the very best schools in the country for visual & performing arts at the bachelor’s level. Its best result was #2 out of 6 schools by College Factual.
Visual & Performing Arts majors who earn their bachelor’s degree from ISU report a median salary of $53,988 a year. This is below $64,577, the median for all majors at ISU.
Earning a bachelor’s degree at ISU, visual & performing arts graduates take on a median debt of $27,000 in student loans. This is above $23,319, the typical median for all majors at ISU.
Information about average full-time undergraduate tuition and fees is shown in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $8,324 | $27,346 |
| Fees | $1,535 | $1,535 |
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Among recent graduates, 34% of visual & performing arts bachelor’s degrees went to men and 66% went to women.
The largest share of visual & performing arts bachelor’s degree graduates at ISU 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 Iowa State University with a bachelor’s in visual & performing arts.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 8 |
| Black or African American | 2 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 11 |
| White | 200 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 7 |
| Other Races | 43 |
This program is also offered at the graduate level at ISU. Here are the graduate award levels offered.
| Graduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Master’s Degrees in Visual & Performing Arts | 23 |
