Visual & Performing Arts at University of Southern Mississippi
If you are interested in studying Visual & Performing Arts, take a look at what University of Southern Mississippi. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Southern Mississippi is located in Hattiesburg, MS.
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Online Class Availability at University of Southern Mississippi
Many students take online classes at University of Southern Mississippi. Among 13,170 students, 4,140 (31%) studied exclusively online and 5,550 (42%) took at least some classes online.
Visual & Performing Arts Rankings at University of Southern Mississippi
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Southern Mississippi’s Visual & Performing Arts program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Mississippi | #7 of 13 |
| Best Value | Mississippi | #9 of 13 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #130 of 263 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #143 of 265 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #563 of 1,176 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #765 of 1,185 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Mississippi | #7 of 13 |
| Best Value | Mississippi | #9 of 13 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #130 of 263 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #143 of 265 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #563 of 1,176 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #765 of 1,185 |
Earnings for Visual & Performing Arts Graduates from University of Southern Mississippi
Graduates of University of Southern Mississippi’s Visual & Performing Arts program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $31,091 |
| 2 years | $22,645 |
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Visual & Performing Arts graduates from University of Southern Mississippi comes in at $26,000.
Best-Paid Careers for Visual & Performing Arts Graduates
Those who complete Visual & Performing Arts program at University of Southern Mississippi pursue many career paths. Below are the best-paid careers for Visual & Performing Arts majors, 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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