by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual reviewed 2 schools in the Far Western US Region to determine which ones were the best for associate degree seekers in the field of fine & studio arts. Combined, these schools handed out 2,130 associate degrees in fine & studio arts to qualified students.
What's on this page: * Our Methodology
Average early-career salary of those graduating with their associate degree is one indicator we use in our analysis to find the schools that offer the highest-quality education. That is, everyone wants their associate degree to be worth something, and salaries are one measure of determining that.
The metrics below are just some of the other metrics that we use to determine our rankings.
Our full ranking methodology documents in more detail how we consider these factors to identify the best colleges for fine & studio arts students working on their associate 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 & Studio Arts Associate Degree Schools in the Far Western US Region.
Learn about start dates, transferring credits, availability of financial aid, and more by contacting the universities below.
The following list ranks the best colleges and universities for pursuing an associate degree in fine & studio arts.
College of Southern Nevada is one of the finest schools in the United States for getting an associate degree in fine & studio arts. Located in the city of Las Vegas, CSN is a public college with a fairly large student population.More information about a associate in fine & studio arts from College of Southern Nevada
Academy of Art University is one of the best schools in the country for getting an associate degree in fine & studio arts. Academy of Art University is a moderately-sized private for-profit university located in the large city of San Francisco.More information about a associate in fine & studio arts from Academy of Art University
It is hard to beat San Diego Mesa College if you wish to pursue an associate degree in fine & studio arts. San Diego Mesa College is a fairly large public college located in the large city of San Diego.More information about a associate in fine & studio arts from San Diego Mesa College
Explore the best fine & studio arts colleges for a specific state in the Far Western US Region .
| State | Colleges | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| California | 192 | 2,087 |
| Oregon | 147 | 5 |
| Washington | 131 | 0 |
| Nevada | 112 | 38 |
Fine & Studio Arts is one of 10 different types of Visual & Performing Arts programs to choose from.
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Art Studies | 2,082 |
| Drawing | 19 |
| Fine Arts | 10 |
| Sculpture | 6 |
| Art History | 5 |
| Jewelry Arts | 3 |
| Other Fine Arts & Art Studies | 3 |
| Ceramic Arts & Ceramics | 2 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Design & Applied Arts | 1,538 |
| Music | 1,247 |
| Drama & Theater Arts | 882 |
| General Visual & Performing Arts | 666 |
| Film, Video & Photographic Arts | 487 |
| Dance | 110 |
| Arts & Media Management | 14 |
| Other Visual Art | 8 |
