Visual & Performing Arts at American University
If you are interested in studying Visual & Performing Arts, consider the program at American University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
American University is in Washington, DC.
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Studying Online at American University
Online coursework is an option at American University. Of 12,321 students, 895 (7%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,822 (15%) took at least some classes online.
Visual & Performing Arts Rankings at American University
Rankings can help you compare American University’s Visual & Performing Arts program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | District Of Columbia | #2 of 7 |
| Best Value | District Of Columbia | #5 of 6 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #10 of 219 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #54 of 1,185 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #204 of 215 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1134 of 1,176 |
Earnings for Visual & Performing Arts Graduates from American University
Those who finish American University’s Visual & Performing Arts program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $37,231 |
| 2 years | $37,085 |
| 3 years | $43,498 |
| 4 years | $50,020 |
| 5 years | $59,744 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Visual & Performing Arts graduates from American University take home a median $50,020, compared with $75,429 for all American University graduates — about 34% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Visual & Performing Arts graduates from American University stands at $23,830.
Top-Paying Careers for Visual & Performing Arts Graduates
Those who complete Visual & Performing Arts program at American University pursue many career paths. Here are the top-paying careers for Visual & Performing Arts graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Loss Prevention Managers | $165,723 |
| Appraisers of Personal and Business Property | $118,242 |
| Compliance Managers | $117,178 |
| Choreographers | $109,380 |
| Set and Exhibit Designers | $109,049 |
| Agents and Business Managers of Artists, Performers, and Athletes | $96,762 |
| Museum Technicians and Conservators | $96,273 |
| Communications Teachers, Postsecondary | $96,169 |
| Managers, All Other | $95,684 |
| Media Programming Directors | $90,799 |
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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