Fine & Studio Arts at Western Kentucky University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Fine & Studio Arts, take a look at what Western Kentucky University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Western Kentucky University sits in Bowling Green, KY.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 52 fine & studio arts degrees were granted at Western Kentucky University.
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Online Class Availability at Western Kentucky University
Online coursework is an option at Western Kentucky University. Among 16,291 students, 3,505 (22%) studied exclusively online and 6,624 (41%) took at least some classes online.
Fine & Studio Arts Rankings at Western Kentucky University
These rankings give you a sense of how Western Kentucky University’s Fine & Studio Arts program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Kentucky | #6 of 9 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kentucky | #8 of 9 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #30 of 124 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #98 of 125 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #233 of 662 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #569 of 666 |
Earnings for Fine & Studio Arts Graduates from Western Kentucky University
Graduates of Western Kentucky University’s Fine & Studio 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 | $24,392 |
| 2 years | $25,452 |
| 3 years | $28,761 |
| 4 years | $23,243 |
| 5 years | $34,236 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Fine & Studio Arts graduates from Western Kentucky University earn a median of $23,243, compared with $48,728 for all Western Kentucky University graduates — about 52% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Fine & Studio Arts graduates from Western Kentucky University is $27,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the composition of Fine & Studio Arts graduates at Western Kentucky University, by degree type.
Program-wide, Fine & Studio Arts graduates at Western Kentucky University are 75% women (39) and 25% men (13).
Fine & Studio Arts Bachelor’s Program at Western Kentucky University
Of the 52 bachelor’s fine & studio arts graduates at Western Kentucky University, 75% were women (39) and 25% were men (13).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Fine & Studio Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at Western Kentucky University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 42 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
Minority students account for 19% of Fine & Studio Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at Western Kentucky University, lower than the national average of 40%.*
*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 Western Kentucky University
The Fine & Studio Arts program at Western Kentucky University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Fine Arts | 49 |
| Art History | 3 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Fine & Studio Arts Graduates
Those who complete Fine & Studio Arts program at Western Kentucky University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the best-paid 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 |
| Jewelers and Precious Stone and Metal Workers | $67,147 |
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
More about our data sources and methodologies.