by our College Data Analytics TeamFor its 2024 ranking, College Factual looked at 9 schools in the Middle Atlantic Region to determine which ones were the best for art therapy students pursuing a bachelor's degree. Combined, these schools handed out 212 bachelor's degrees in art therapy to qualified students.
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The art therapy bachelor's degree program you select can have a big impact on your future. This section explores some of the factors we include in our ranking and how much they vary depending on the school you select. When choosing a school we recommend considering some of the following factors:
A school that excels in educating for a particular major and degree level must be a great school overall as well. To make it into this list a school must rank well in our overall Best Colleges ranking. This ranking considered factors such as graduation rates, overall graduate earnings and other educational resources to identify great colleges and universities.
In addition to the above, you should consider some of the following factors:
Our full ranking methodology documents in more detail how we consider these factors to identify the best colleges for art therapy students working on their bachelor's degree.
The art therapy school you choose to invest your time and money in matters. To help you make the decision that is right for you, we've developed a number of major-specific rankings, including this list of the Best Art Therapy Bachelor's Degree Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region.
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Learn about the top ranked colleges and universities for art therapy students seeking a a bachelor's degree.
It is hard to beat Temple University if you want to pursue a bachelor's degree in art therapy. Located in the city of Philadelphia, Temple is a public university with a fairly large student population.More information about a bachelor’s in art therapy from Temple University
LIU Post is one of the finest schools in the United States for getting a bachelor's degree in art therapy. LIU Post is a large private not-for-profit school located in the suburb of Brookville.More information about a bachelor’s in art therapy from LIU Post
Caldwell University is a wonderful option for individuals pursuing a bachelor's degree in art therapy. Located in the suburb of Caldwell, Caldwell is a private not-for-profit university with a small student population.More information about a bachelor’s in art therapy from Caldwell University
Carlow University is one of the best schools in the country for getting a bachelor's degree in art therapy. Located in the large city of Pittsburgh, Carlow is a private not-for-profit university with a small student population.More information about a bachelor’s in art therapy from Carlow University
Located in the small city of Scranton, Marywood is a private not-for-profit university with a small student population.More information about a bachelor’s in art therapy from Marywood University
Cedar Crest is a small private not-for-profit college located in the midsize city of Allentown.More information about a bachelor’s in art therapy from Cedar Crest College
NDMU is a small private not-for-profit university located in the city of Baltimore.More information about a bachelor’s in art therapy from Notre Dame of Maryland University
Seton Hill is a small private not-for-profit university located in the suburb of Greensburg.More information about a bachelor’s in art therapy from Seton Hill University
Mercyhurst is a small private not-for-profit university located in the city of Erie.More information about a bachelor’s in art therapy from Mercyhurst University
Explore the best art therapy colleges for a specific state in the Middle Atlantic Region .
| State | Colleges | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 707 | 9 |
| Pennsylvania | 698 | 190 |
| Maryland | 370 | 0 |
| New Jersey | 351 | 13 |
Art Therapy is one of 16 different types of Rehabilitation & Therapeutic Professions programs to choose from.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Occupational Therapy | 364 |
| Other Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions | 245 |
| Therapeutic Recreation/Recreational Therapy | 173 |
| Rehabilitation Science | 166 |
| Physical Therapy/Therapist | 128 |
| Music Therapy | 91 |
| Animal-Assisted Therapy | 17 |
