by our College Data Analytics TeamHere, you'll find out more about the major, including such details as the number of graduates, what degree levels are offered, ethnicity of students, average salaries, and more. Also, learn how VCU ranks among other schools offering degrees in folk art.
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The bachelor's program at VCU was ranked #4 on College Factual's Best Schools for folk art list. It is also ranked #1 in Virginia.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Virginia Commonwealth University handed out 26 bachelor's degrees in crafts, folk art & artisanry. This is a decrease of 19% over the previous year when 32 degrees were handed out.
Folk Art majors who earn their bachelor's degree from VCU go on to jobs where they make a median salary of $24,463 a year. This is less than $25,473, which is the national median of all folk art majors in the nation who earn bachelor's degrees.
While getting their bachelor's degree at VCU, folk art students borrow a median amount of $19,500 in student loans. This is not too bad considering that the median debt load of all folk art bachelor's degree recipients across the country is $27,500.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the folk art majors at Virginia Commonwealth University.
Of the 26 students who earned a bachelor's degree in Crafts, Folk Art & Artisanry from VCU in 2020-2021, 8% were men and 92% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 81% of 2021 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University with a bachelor's in folk art.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 3 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 21 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 1 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Design & Applied Arts | 315 |
| Fine & Studio Arts | 106 |
| Film, Video & Photographic Arts | 67 |
| Drama & Theater Arts | 57 |
| Music | 50 |
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