by our College Data Analytics TeamHere is an overview of the graduate program in visual & performing arts at RISD. Graduate degrees are awarded at the Master’s level, with undergraduate study also available. It ranks as high as #1 out of 1 schools (Master’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
College Factual ranks RISD as a strong choice for visual & performing arts, ranked #372 out of 1,231 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Visual & Performing Arts Schools | 372 of 1,231 |
| Best Visual & Performing Arts Schools in Rhode Island | 4 of 7 |
| Best Visual & Performing Arts Schools in the New England Region | 39 of 85 |
The table below lists every degree level granted in visual & performing arts at RISD, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 287 |
| Master’s | 56 |
This visual & performing arts area of study at RISD breaks down into these majors. Follow a link for the major’s detailed rankings and outcomes:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Fine and Studio Arts | 167 |
| Design and Applied Arts | 116 |
| Film/Video and Photographic Arts | 60 |
In the most recent year for which we have data, Rhode Island School of Design conferred 56 master’s degrees in visual & performing arts.
RISD is among the very best schools in the country for visual & performing arts at the master’s level. Its best result was #1 out of 1 schools by College Factual.
In the most recent graduating class, 14% of visual & performing arts master’s degrees went to men and 86% went to women.
The largest share of visual & performing arts master’s degree graduates at RISD are Non-Resident Alien. Roughly 48% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Rhode Island School of Design with a master’s in visual & performing arts.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 4 |
| Black or African American | 3 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 5 |
| White | 13 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 27 |
| Other Races | 4 |
You can also study this field as an undergraduate at RISD. The following undergraduate award levels are reported.
| Undergraduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Degrees in Visual & Performing Arts | 287 |