by our College Data Analytics TeamWe've pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the ethnic diversity of these students, average starting salaries, and more. Also, learn how SFAI ranks among other schools offering degrees in fine arts.
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The bachelor's program at SFAI was ranked #226 on College Factual's Best Schools for fine arts list. It is also ranked #32 in California.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, San Francisco Art Institute handed out 19 bachelor's degrees in fine & studio arts. This is a decrease of 24% over the previous year when 25 degrees were handed out.
In 2021, 14 students received their master’s degree in fine arts from SFAI. This makes it the #59 most popular school for fine arts master’s degree candidates in the country.
The median salary of fine arts students who receive their bachelor's degree at SFAI is $24,494. This is higher than $24,186, which is the national median for all fine arts bachelor's degree recipients.
Graduates of the master's fine arts program at SFAI make a median salary of $27,309. This is less than what their typical peers from other schools make. Their median salary is $29,510.
While getting their bachelor's degree at SFAI, fine arts students borrow a median amount of $27,000 in student loans. This is higher than the the typical median of $26,162 for all fine arts majors across the country.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the fine arts majors at San Francisco Art Institute.
For the most recent academic year available, 37% of fine arts bachelor's degrees went to men and 63% went to women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from San Francisco Art Institute with a bachelor's in fine arts.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 4 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 6 |
| White | 7 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 2 |
| Other Races | 0 |
For the most recent academic year available, 21% of fine arts master's degrees went to men and 79% went to women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from San Francisco Art Institute with a master's in fine arts.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 2 |
| Black or African American | 2 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 6 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 3 |
| Other Races | 1 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Film, Video & Photographic Arts | 18 |
| Other Visual Art | 6 |
| General Visual & Performing Arts | 2 |
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