by our College Data Analytics TeamBelow are the key facts about this program at Messiah University. You can study it at the Bachelor’s level, with graduate study also available. It ranks as high as #14 out of 42 schools (Bachelor’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
College Factual ranks Messiah University among the top schools in the country for visual & performing arts, ranked #150 out of 1,146 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Visual & Performing Arts Schools | 150 of 1,146 |
| Best Visual & Performing Arts Schools in Pennsylvania | 11 of 54 |
| Best Visual & Performing Arts Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region | 31 of 213 |
The following degree levels are available for visual & performing arts at Messiah University, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 51 |
| Master’s | 28 |
| Professional Certificate | 7 |
The visual & performing arts field at Messiah University breaks down into these majors. Choose a major for its full rankings, popularity, and outcomes:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Music | 48 |
| Fine and Studio Arts | 14 |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft | 9 |
| Film/Video and Photographic Arts | 7 |
| Dance | 4 |
| Design and Applied Arts | 3 |
| Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management | 1 |
In the most recent year for which we have data, Messiah University awarded 51 bachelor’s degrees in visual & performing arts.
Messiah University is a solid choice among schools offering visual & performing arts at the bachelor’s level. Specifically, it ranked #14 out of 42 schools by College Factual.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Visual & Performing Arts Bachelor’s Degree Schools in Pennsylvania | 14 |
| Best Visual & Performing Arts Bachelor’s Degree Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region | 49 |
Visual & Performing Arts students who finish a bachelor’s at Messiah University earn a median of $35,747 a year. This is lower than $49,943, the median for all majors at Messiah University.
While getting their bachelor’s degree at Messiah University, visual & performing arts students accumulate a median of $25,965 in student loans. This is lower than $26,195, the typical median for all majors at Messiah University.
The full-time undergraduate tuition and fees are shown below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $37,430 | $41,300 |
| Fees | $940 | $940 |
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In the most recent graduating class, 27% of visual & performing arts bachelor’s degrees went to men and 73% went to women.
The majority of visual & performing arts bachelor’s degree graduates at Messiah University are White. Approximately 78% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Messiah University with a bachelor’s in visual & performing arts.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 2 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| White | 40 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 5 |
| Other Races | 2 |
Graduate study is also available at Messiah University. Here are the graduate award levels offered.
| Graduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Master’s Degrees in Visual & Performing Arts | 28 |
| Professional Certificate Degrees in Visual & Performing Arts | 7 |
