by our College Data Analytics TeamIn 2024, College Factual analyzed 10 schools in order to identify the top ones for its Best Fine Arts Bachelor's Degree Schools in Pennsylvania ranking. Combined, these schools handed out 370 bachelor's degrees in fine arts to qualified students.
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Your choice of fine arts for getting your bachelor's degree school matters. 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 complete ranking methodology documents in more detail how we consider these factors to identify the best schools for fine arts students working on their bachelor's degree.
The fine arts 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 Fine Arts Bachelor's Degree Schools in Pennsylvania.
In addition to College Factual's rankings, you may want to take a look at College Combat, our unique tool that lets you pit your favorite schools head-to-head and compare how they rate on factors that most interest you. When you have some time, check it out - you may want to bookmark the link so you don't forget it.
Below you'll see a list of the best colleges and universities for pursuing a bachelor's degree in fine arts.
University of Pennsylvania is a wonderful option for individuals interested in a bachelor's degree in fine arts. Located in the large city of Philadelphia, UPenn is a private not-for-profit university with a fairly large student population.More information about a bachelor’s in fine arts from University of Pennsylvania
Every student pursuing a degree in a bachelor's degree in fine arts needs to check out University of Pittsburgh - Pittsburgh Campus. Located in the large city of Pittsburgh, Pitt is a public university with a very large student population.More information about a bachelor’s in fine arts from University of Pittsburgh - Pittsburgh Campus
Muhlenberg College is a great option for individuals interested in a bachelor's degree in fine arts. Muhlenberg is a small private not-for-profit college located in the midsize city of Allentown.More information about a bachelor’s in fine arts from Muhlenberg College
Any student pursuing a degree in a bachelor's degree in fine arts needs to take a look at Messiah University. Messiah is a small private not-for-profit university located in the suburb of Mechanicsburg.More information about a bachelor’s in fine arts from Messiah University
Every student pursuing a degree in a bachelor's degree in fine arts has to take a look at West Chester University of Pennsylvania. WCUPA is a fairly large public university located in the suburb of West Chester.More information about a bachelor’s in fine arts from West Chester University of Pennsylvania
Located in the town of Indiana, IUP is a public university with a moderately-sized student population.More information about a bachelor’s in fine arts from Indiana University of Pennsylvania - Main Campus
Located in the small suburb of Annville, LVC is a private not-for-profit college with a small student population.More information about a bachelor’s in fine arts from Lebanon Valley College
Edinboro is a small public university located in the town of Edinboro.More information about a bachelor’s in fine arts from Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
Located in the city of Philadelphia, Moore College is a private not-for-profit college with a fairly small student population.More information about a bachelor’s in fine arts from Moore College of Art and Design
Bloomsburg is a medium-sized public university located in the city of Bloomsburg.More information about a bachelor’s in fine arts from Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania
Explore all the Best Fine Arts Colleges in the Middle Atlantic Area or other specific states within that region.
| State | Colleges | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 707 | 1,106 |
| Maryland | 370 | 249 |
| New Jersey | 351 | 66 |
| District of Columbia | 226 | 23 |
| Delaware | 224 | 24 |
One of 13 majors within the Fine & Studio Arts area of study, Fine Arts has other similar majors worth exploring.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Art Studies | 259 |
| Art History | 125 |
| Painting | 40 |
| Other Fine Arts & Art Studies | 30 |
| Intermedia/Multimedia | 20 |
| Printmaking | 18 |
| Fiber, Textile & Weaving Arts | 16 |
| Jewelry Arts | 13 |
| Ceramic Arts & Ceramics | 9 |
| Sculpture | 7 |
