by our College Data Analytics TeamHere is an overview of the graduate program in visual & performing arts at San Jose State University. Graduate degrees are awarded at the Master’s level, with undergraduate study also available. At its best it places at #5 out of 27 schools (Master’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
By College Factual’s measure, San Jose State University among the top schools in the country for visual & performing arts, ranked #9 out of 1,231 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Visual & Performing Arts Schools | 9 of 1,231 |
| Best Visual & Performing Arts Schools in California | 2 of 165 |
Here is each degree level offered in visual & performing arts at San Jose State University, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 478 |
| Master’s | 22 |
The visual & performing arts area of study at San Jose State University covers the following majors. Follow a link for the major’s detailed rankings and outcomes:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Fine and Studio Arts | 214 |
| Design and Applied Arts | 211 |
| Music | 43 |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft | 20 |
| Dance | 7 |
| Visual and Performing Arts, General | 5 |
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, San Jose State University conferred 22 master’s degrees in visual & performing arts.
San Jose State University holds a strong position among schools offering visual & performing arts at the master’s level. Its best result was #5 out of 27 schools by College Factual.
Among recent graduates, 45% of visual & performing arts master’s degrees went to men and 55% went to women.
The largest share of visual & performing arts master’s degree graduates at San Jose State University were White. Roughly 59% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from San Jose State University with a master’s in visual & performing arts.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 4 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| White | 13 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 2 |
| Other Races | 0 |
You can also study this field as an undergraduate at San Jose State University. Annual undergraduate completions by level are shown below.
| Undergraduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Degrees in Visual & Performing Arts | 478 |