Fine Arts at American University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Fine Arts, you may want to check out the program at American University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
American University is in Washington, DC.
During the most recent reporting year, 14 fine arts degrees were awarded at American University.
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Online & Distance Learning at American University
Online coursework is an option at American University. Among 12,321 students, 895 (7%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,822 (15%) took at least some classes online.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of Fine Arts graduates at American University, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Fine Arts graduates at American University are 86% women (12) and 14% men (2).
Fine Arts Bachelor’s Program at American University
Of the 8 bachelor’s fine arts graduates at American University, 100% were women (8) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Fine Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at American University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 25% of Fine Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at American University, below the national average of 39%.*
Fine Arts Master’s Program at American University
Of the 6 master’s fine arts graduates at American University, 67% were women (4) and 33% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Fine Arts master’s degree recipients at American University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
Minority students account for 33% of Fine Arts master’s degree recipients at American University, higher 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.
Top-Paying Careers for Fine Arts Graduates
Graduates of the Fine Arts program at American University pursue many career paths. Below are the best-paid careers for Fine Arts majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Artists and Related Workers, All Other | $83,610 |
| Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators | $69,338 |
| Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary | $46,983 |
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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