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 Rice ranks compared to other colleges offering a major in visual arts.
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In College Factual's most recent rankings for the best schools for visual arts majors, Rice came in at #4. This puts it in the top 5% of the country in this field of study. It is also ranked #2 in Texas.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Rice University handed out 26 bachelor's degrees in general visual & performing arts. This is an increase of 30% over the previous year when 20 degrees were handed out.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the visual arts majors at Rice University.
For the most recent academic year available, 27% of visual arts bachelor's degrees went to men and 73% went to women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Rice University with a bachelor's in visual arts.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 3 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 6 |
| White | 11 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 5 |
| Other Races | 0 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Music | 87 |
| Fine & Studio Arts | 16 |
More about our data sources and methodologies.
