by our College Data Analytics TeamBelow are the key facts about this program at WSU. You can study it at the Bachelor’s level, with graduate study also available. At its best it places at #12 out of 19 schools (Bachelor’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
By College Factual’s measure, WSU highly for visual & performing arts, ranked #601 out of 1,146 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Visual & Performing Arts Schools | 601 of 1,146 |
| Best Visual & Performing Arts Schools in Michigan | 12 of 30 |
| Best Visual & Performing Arts Schools in the Great Lakes Region | 82 of 144 |
Here is each degree level granted in visual & performing arts at WSU, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 135 |
| Master’s | 17 |
The visual & performing arts field at WSU breaks down into these majors. Follow a link for the major’s detailed rankings and outcomes:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Fine and Studio Arts | 49 |
| Music | 32 |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft | 28 |
| Film/Video and Photographic Arts | 25 |
| Dance | 16 |
| Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management | 2 |
In the most recent year for which we have data, Wayne State University awarded 135 bachelor’s degrees in visual & performing arts.
WSU ranks competitively among schools offering visual & performing arts at the bachelor’s level. Specifically, it ranked #12 out of 19 schools by College Factual.
Visual & Performing Arts majors who earn their bachelor’s degree from WSU earn a median of $37,066 a year. This is below $68,128, the median for all majors at WSU.
Earning a bachelor’s degree at WSU, visual & performing arts students borrow a median amount of $27,269 in student loans. This is above $26,749, the typical median for all majors at WSU.
Average full-time tuition and fees are listed in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $12,376 | $32,765 |
| Fees | $1,885 | $1,885 |
Learn more about WSU tuition and fees.
In the most recent graduating class, 38% of visual & performing arts bachelor’s degrees went to men and 62% went to women.
The majority of visual & performing arts bachelor’s degree graduates at WSU were White. About 56% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Wayne State University with a bachelor’s in visual & performing arts.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 4 |
| Black or African American | 27 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 12 |
| White | 76 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 3 |
| Other Races | 13 |
Graduate study is also available at WSU. The following graduate award levels are reported.
| Graduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Master’s Degrees in Visual & Performing Arts | 17 |
