by our College Data Analytics TeamBelow are the key facts about this program at University of Memphis. It is offered at the Bachelor’s level, with graduate study also available. At its best it places at #16 out of 21 schools (Bachelor’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
College Factual ranks University of Memphis among the top schools in the country for visual & performing arts, placing at #675 out of 1,146 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Visual & Performing Arts Schools | 675 of 1,146 |
| Best Visual & Performing Arts Schools in Tennessee | 16 of 26 |
| Best Visual & Performing Arts Schools in the Southeast Region | 121 of 247 |
The following degree levels are offered in visual & performing arts at University of Memphis, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 145 |
| Master’s | 22 |
| Doctoral | 19 |
| Graduate Certificate | 5 |
This visual & performing arts field at University of Memphis includes the following specific majors. Select a major to see its rankings, popularity, salary, and diversity details:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Fine and Studio Arts | 75 |
| Music | 74 |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft | 31 |
| Design and Applied Arts | 11 |
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, University of Memphis awarded 145 bachelor’s degrees in visual & performing arts.
University of Memphis holds a strong position among schools offering visual & performing arts at the bachelor’s level. Its best result was #16 out of 21 schools by College Factual.
Visual & Performing Arts majors who earn their bachelor’s degree from University of Memphis report a median salary of $34,512 a year. This is lower than $55,025, the median for all majors at University of Memphis.
While getting their bachelor’s degree at University of Memphis, visual & performing arts students borrow a median amount of $24,595 in student loans. This is below $26,315, the typical median for all majors at University of Memphis.
The full-time undergraduate tuition and fees are shown below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $8,352 | $13,512 |
| Fees | $1,872 | $1,872 |
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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 largest share of visual & performing arts bachelor’s degree graduates at University of Memphis were White. About 60% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Memphis with a bachelor’s in visual & performing arts.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 6 |
| Black or African American | 34 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 9 |
| White | 87 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 2 |
| Other Races | 7 |
This program is also offered at the graduate level at University of Memphis. The following graduate award levels are reported.
| Graduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Master’s Degrees in Visual & Performing Arts | 22 |
| Doctoral Degrees in Visual & Performing Arts | 19 |
| Graduate Certificate Degrees in Visual & Performing Arts | 5 |
