by our College Data Analytics TeamHere is an overview of the graduate program in visual & performing arts at USD. You can earn it at the Master’s level, with undergraduate study also available. Its best result is a rank of #1 out of 1 schools (Master’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
College Factual rates USD as a strong choice for visual & performing arts, ranked #573 out of 1,231 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Visual & Performing Arts Schools | 573 of 1,231 |
| Best Visual & Performing Arts Schools in South Dakota | 2 of 3 |
| Best Visual & Performing Arts Schools in the Plains States Region | 60 of 92 |
The table below lists every degree level offered in visual & performing arts at USD, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 29 |
| Associate’s | 2 |
| Certificate | 9 |
| Master’s | 15 |
This visual & performing arts area of study at USD includes the following specific majors. Select a major to see its rankings, popularity, salary, and diversity details:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Fine and Studio Arts | 19 |
| Music | 17 |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft | 10 |
| Design and Applied Arts | 8 |
| Film/Video and Photographic Arts | 1 |
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, University of South Dakota awarded 15 master’s degrees in visual & performing arts.
USD 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.
Average full-time graduate tuition and fees are listed in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $11,736 | $31,276 |
| Fees | $3,288 | $3,288 |
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Among recent graduates, 33% of visual & performing arts master’s degrees went to men and 67% went to women.
The largest share of visual & performing arts master’s degree graduates at USD were White. Roughly 73% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of South Dakota 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 | 11 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 2 |
| Other Races | 0 |
You can also study this field as an undergraduate at USD. The following undergraduate award levels are reported.
| Undergraduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Degrees in Visual & Performing Arts | 29 |
| Associate’s Degrees in Visual & Performing Arts | 2 |
| Certificate Degrees in Visual & Performing Arts | 9 |