by our College Data Analytics TeamBelow are the key facts about this program at Lamar University. Degrees are awarded at the Bachelor’s level, with graduate study also available. Its best result is a rank of #18 out of 42 schools (Bachelor’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
College Factual rates Lamar University as a strong choice for visual & performing arts, coming in at #338 out of 1,146 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Visual & Performing Arts Schools | 338 of 1,146 |
| Best Visual & Performing Arts Schools in Texas | 20 of 62 |
| Best Visual & Performing Arts Schools in the Southwest Region | 27 of 102 |
The table below lists every degree level granted in visual & performing arts at Lamar University, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 51 |
| Master’s | 6 |
The visual & performing arts area of study at Lamar University includes the following specific majors. Follow a link for the major’s detailed rankings and outcomes:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Music | 22 |
| Design and Applied Arts | 13 |
| Fine and Studio Arts | 13 |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft | 9 |
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, Lamar University handed out 51 bachelor’s degrees in visual & performing arts.
Lamar University ranks competitively among schools offering visual & performing arts at the bachelor’s level. Its best result was #18 out of 42 schools by College Factual.
Visual & Performing Arts majors who earn their bachelor’s degree from Lamar University report a median salary of $47,769 a year. This is lower than $62,210, the median for all majors at Lamar University.
To complete a bachelor’s at Lamar University, visual & performing arts students accumulate a median of $26,407 in student loans. This is lower than $26,988, the typical median for all majors at Lamar University.
Average full-time tuition and fees are listed in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $6,228 | $16,068 |
| Fees | $2,677 | $2,677 |
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For the most recent academic year available, 29% of visual & performing arts bachelor’s degrees went to men and 71% went to women.
The largest share of visual & performing arts bachelor’s degree graduates at Lamar University are White. About 45% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Lamar University with a bachelor’s in visual & performing arts.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 3 |
| Black or African American | 9 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 12 |
| White | 23 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 3 |
This program is also offered at the graduate level at Lamar University. Annual graduate completions by level are shown below.
| Graduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Master’s Degrees in Visual & Performing Arts | 6 |
