by our College Data Analytics TeamBelow are the key facts about this program at USD. You can study it at the Bachelor’s, Associate’s, Certificate levels, with graduate study also available. Its best result is a rank of #50 out of 62 schools (Bachelor’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
College Factual rates USD as a strong choice for visual & performing arts, ranked #583 out of 1,146 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Visual & Performing Arts Schools | 583 of 1,146 |
| Best Visual & Performing Arts Schools in South Dakota | 2 of 3 |
| Best Visual & Performing Arts Schools in the Plains States Region | 59 of 87 |
The table below lists every degree level offered in visual & performing arts at USD, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 29 |
| Associate’s | 2 |
| Certificate | 9 |
| Master’s | 15 |
This visual & performing arts area of study at USD includes the following specific majors. Select a major to see its rankings, popularity, salary, and diversity details:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Fine and Studio Arts | 19 |
| Music | 17 |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft | 10 |
| Design and Applied Arts | 8 |
| Film/Video and Photographic Arts | 1 |
During the most recent reporting year, University of South Dakota handed out 29 bachelor’s degrees in visual & performing arts.
USD ranks competitively among schools offering visual & performing arts at the bachelor’s level. In particular it placed #50 out of 62 schools by College Factual.
Visual & Performing Arts students who finish a bachelor’s at USD report a median salary of $33,377 a year. This is lower than $60,001, the median for all majors at USD.
Earning a bachelor’s degree at USD, visual & performing arts students borrow a median amount of $27,000 in student loans. This is higher than $26,051, the typical median for all majors at USD.
Average full-time tuition and fees are listed in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $7,773 | $11,283 |
| Fees | $1,659 | $1,659 |
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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 USD are White. Approximately 72% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of South Dakota with a bachelor’s in visual & performing arts.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 4 |
| White | 21 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 2 |
| Other Races | 2 |
During the most recent reporting year, University of South Dakota handed out 2 associate’s degrees in visual & performing arts.
USD is not currently ranked for visual & performing arts at the associate’s level.
In the most recent graduating class, 50% of visual & performing arts associate’s degrees went to men and 50% went to women.
The majority of visual & performing arts associate’s degree graduates at USD are Asian. Roughly 50% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of South Dakota with a associate’s in visual & performing arts.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 0 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 0 |
In the most recent year for which we have data, University of South Dakota awarded 9 certificate degrees in visual & performing arts.
USD is not yet ranked for visual & performing arts at the certificate level.
Among recent graduates, 11% of visual & performing arts certificate degrees went to men and 89% went to women.
The majority of visual & performing arts certificate degree graduates at USD are White. Approximately 78% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of South Dakota with a certificate in visual & performing arts.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 7 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 1 |
This program is also offered at the graduate level at USD. Here are the graduate award levels offered.
| Graduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Master’s Degrees in Visual & Performing Arts | 15 |
