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, average starting salaries, and more. Also, learn how SUNY New Paltz ranks among other schools offering degrees in fine arts.
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The bachelor's program at SUNY New Paltz was ranked #206 on College Factual's Best Schools for fine arts list. It is also ranked #22 in New York.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, SUNY New Paltz handed out 35 bachelor's degrees in fine & studio arts. This is a decrease of 8% over the previous year when 38 degrees were handed out.
In 2021, 13 students received their master’s degree in fine arts from SUNY New Paltz. This makes it the #69 most popular school for fine arts master’s degree candidates in the country.
The median salary of fine arts students who receive their bachelor's degree at SUNY New Paltz is $22,639. Unfortunately, this is lower than the national average of $24,186 for all fine arts students.
While getting their bachelor's degree at SUNY New Paltz, fine arts students borrow a median amount of $23,562 in student loans. This is not too bad considering that the median debt load of all fine arts bachelor's degree recipients across the country is $26,162.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the fine arts majors at SUNY New Paltz.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, 35 fine arts majors earned their bachelor's degree from SUNY New Paltz. Of these graduates, 17% were men and 83% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 80% of 2021 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from SUNY New Paltz with a bachelor's in fine arts.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 28 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 2 |
| Other Races | 2 |
Of the 13 students who earned a master's degree in Fine & Studio Arts from SUNY New Paltz in 2020-2021, 23% were men and 77% were women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from SUNY New Paltz with a master's in fine arts.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| White | 4 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 2 |
| Other Races | 4 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Visual & Performing Arts | 45 |
| Drama & Theater Arts | 44 |
| Design & Applied Arts | 27 |
| Music | 15 |
| Film, Video & Photographic Arts | 9 |
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