Below are the key facts about this program at Eastern EKU. It is offered at the Bachelor’s level, with graduate study also available. Its best result is a rank of #8 out of 10 schools (Bachelor’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
College Factual ranks Eastern EKU among the top schools in the country for visual & performing arts, ranked #683 out of 1,146 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Visual & Performing Arts Schools | 683 of 1,146 |
| Best Visual & Performing Arts Schools in Kentucky | 8 of 10 |
| Best Visual & Performing Arts Schools in the Southeast Region | 122 of 247 |
The table below lists every degree level granted in visual & performing arts at Eastern EKU, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 52 |
| Master’s | 4 |
The visual & performing arts field at Eastern EKU includes the following specific majors. Choose a major for its full rankings, popularity, and outcomes:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Fine and Studio Arts | 31 |
| Music | 25 |
During the most recent reporting year, Eastern Kentucky University handed out 52 bachelor’s degrees in visual & performing arts.
Eastern EKU is a solid choice among schools offering visual & performing arts at the bachelor’s level. Its best result was #8 out of 10 schools by College Factual.
Visual & Performing Arts graduates with a bachelor’s degree from Eastern EKU go on to jobs where they make a median salary of $31,353 a year. This is below $49,519, the median for all majors at Eastern EKU.
While getting their bachelor’s degree at Eastern EKU, visual & performing arts graduates take on a median debt of $23,877 in student loans. This is below $25,165, the typical median for all majors at Eastern EKU.
Information about average full-time undergraduate tuition and fees is shown in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $9,452 | $20,930 |
| Fees | $300 | $300 |
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For the most recent academic year available, 35% of visual & performing arts bachelor’s degrees went to men and 65% went to women.
The largest share of visual & performing arts bachelor’s degree graduates at Eastern EKU are White. Roughly 81% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Eastern Kentucky University with a bachelor’s in visual & performing arts.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 3 |
| Black or African American | 2 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 3 |
| White | 42 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 2 |
You can also pursue this field at the graduate level at Eastern EKU. Annual graduate completions by level are shown below.
| Graduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Master’s Degrees in Visual & Performing Arts | 4 |