by our College Data Analytics TeamWe’ve pulled together the essential facts you should know about graduate study in visual & performing arts at NMSU. Graduate degrees are awarded at the Master’s level, with undergraduate study also available. Jump to any of the following sections:
By College Factual’s measure, NMSU among the top schools in the country for visual & performing arts, placing at #879 out of 1,231 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Visual & Performing Arts Schools | 879 of 1,231 |
| Best Visual & Performing Arts Schools in New Mexico | 3 of 8 |
| Best Visual & Performing Arts Schools in the Southwest Region | 76 of 121 |
The following degree levels are granted in visual & performing arts at NMSU, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 84 |
| Master’s | 11 |
The visual & performing arts area of study at NMSU breaks down into these majors. Follow a link for the major’s detailed rankings and outcomes:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Film/Video and Photographic Arts | 39 |
| Visual and Performing Arts, General | 25 |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft | 16 |
| Music | 13 |
| Fine and Studio Arts | 2 |
During the most recent reporting year, New Mexico State University-Main Campus handed out 11 master’s degrees in visual & performing arts.
NMSU is not yet ranked for visual & performing arts at the master’s level.
In the most recent graduating class, 45% of visual & performing arts master’s degrees went to men and 55% went to women.
The majority of visual & performing arts master’s degree graduates at NMSU are White. Approximately 55% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from New Mexico State University-Main Campus with a master’s in visual & performing arts.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| White | 6 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 3 |
| Other Races | 0 |
This field is also offered at the undergraduate level at NMSU. The following undergraduate award levels are reported.
| Undergraduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Degrees in Visual & Performing Arts | 84 |