Visual & Performing Arts at Murray State University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Visual & Performing Arts, consider the program at Murray State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Murray State University is located in Murray, KY.
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Online & Distance Learning at Murray State University
Many students take online classes at Murray State University. Of 10,020 students, 1,796 (18%) studied exclusively online and 3,286 (33%) took at least some classes online.
Visual & Performing Arts Rankings at Murray State University
Use these rankings to compare Murray State University’s Visual & Performing Arts program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Kentucky | #5 of 12 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kentucky | #6 of 12 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #64 of 263 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #111 of 265 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #277 of 1,176 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #619 of 1,185 |
Earnings for Visual & Performing Arts Graduates from Murray State University
Those who finish Murray State University’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 | $26,293 |
| 2 years | $27,004 |
| 3 years | $26,882 |
| 4 years | $38,640 |
| 5 years | $40,835 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Visual & Performing Arts graduates from Murray State University earn a median of $38,640, compared with $53,312 for all Murray State University graduates — about 28% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Visual & Performing Arts graduates from Murray State University stands at $25,675.
Best-Paid Careers for Visual & Performing Arts Graduates
Students who finish Visual & Performing Arts program at Murray State University go on to a range of careers. Below are the best-paid 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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