Fine & Studio Arts at Alfred University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Fine & Studio Arts, take a look at what Alfred University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Alfred University is located in Alfred, NY.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 75 fine & studio arts degrees were granted at Alfred University.
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Online Class Availability at Alfred University
Many students take online classes at Alfred University. Of 2,007 students, 12 (1%) studied exclusively online and 329 (16%) took at least some classes online.
Fine & Studio Arts Rankings at Alfred University
These rankings give you a sense of how Alfred University’s Fine & Studio Arts program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | New York | #35 of 57 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #44 of 58 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #82 of 121 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #94 of 122 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #479 of 666 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #522 of 662 |
Earnings for Fine & Studio Arts Graduates from Alfred University
Graduates of Alfred University’s Fine & Studio Arts program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $22,647 |
| 2 years | $22,223 |
| 3 years | $26,108 |
| 4 years | $32,254 |
| 5 years | $35,338 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Fine & Studio Arts graduates from Alfred University earn a median of $32,254, compared with $51,463 for all Alfred University graduates — about 37% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Fine & Studio Arts graduates from Alfred University stands at $27,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for Fine & Studio Arts graduates at Alfred University, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Fine & Studio Arts graduates at Alfred University are 77% women (58) and 23% men (17).
Fine & Studio Arts Bachelor’s Program at Alfred University
Among the 56 bachelor’s fine & studio arts graduates at Alfred University, 82% were women (46) and 18% were men (10).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Fine & Studio Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at Alfred University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 37 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 5 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 9 |
| Unknown | 4 |
Minority students account for 11% of Fine & Studio Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at Alfred University, lower than the national average of 40%.*
Fine & Studio Arts Master’s Program at Alfred University
Of the 19 master’s fine & studio arts graduates at Alfred University, 63% were women (12) and 37% were men (7).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Fine & Studio Arts master’s degree recipients at Alfred University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 10 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 4 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 21% of Fine & Studio Arts master’s degree recipients at Alfred University, lower than the national average of 28%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Fine & Studio Arts Concentrations at Alfred University
This Fine & Studio Arts program at Alfred University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Fine Arts | 55 |
| Art History | 1 |
| Intermedia/Multimedia | 3 |
| Painting | 5 |
| Sculpture | 3 |
| Ceramic Arts & Ceramics | 8 |
Top-Paying Careers for Fine & Studio Arts Graduates
Students who finish Fine & Studio Arts program at Alfred University pursue many career paths. Below are the top-paying careers for Fine & Studio Arts majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Appraisers of Personal and Business Property | $118,242 |
| Art Directors | $103,285 |
| Museum Technicians and Conservators | $96,273 |
| Artists and Related Workers, All Other | $83,610 |
| Curators | $79,764 |
| Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | $77,927 |
| Craft Artists | $76,826 |
| Photographers | $75,743 |
| Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators | $69,338 |
| Special Effects Artists and Animators | $57,836 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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