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. We've also included details on how UAlbany ranks compared to other colleges offering a major in fine arts.
Jump to any of the following sections:
The bachelor's program at UAlbany was ranked #211 on College Factual's Best Schools for fine arts list. It is also ranked #26 in New York.
During the 2021-2022 academic year, University at Albany handed out 33 bachelor's degrees in fine & studio arts. This is a decrease of 11% over the previous year when 37 degrees were handed out.
In 2022, 9 students received their master’s degree in fine arts from UAlbany. This makes it the #104 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 UAlbany is $20,116. This is less than $24,539, which is the national median of all fine arts majors in the nation who earn bachelor's degrees.
During the 2022-2023 academic year, part-time undergraduate students at UAlbany paid an average of $1,069 per credit hour if they came to the school from out-of-state. In-state students paid a discounted rate of $295 per credit hour. The following table shows the average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $7,070 | $25,660 |
| Fees | $3,338 | $3,338 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $16,182 | $16,182 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $2,200 | $2,200 |
Learn more about UAlbany tuition and fees.
In the 2021-2022 academic year, 33 students earned a bachelor's degree in fine arts from UAlbany. About 64% of these graduates were women and the other 36% were men.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 52% of 2022 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University at Albany with a bachelor's in fine arts.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 3 |
| Black or African American | 4 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 5 |
| White | 17 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 2 |
| Other Races | 2 |
UAlbany does not offer an online option for its fine arts bachelor’s degree program at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the UAlbany Online Learning page.
Fine Arts majors graduating with a master's degree from UAlbany make a median salary of $35,104 a year. This is a better than average outcome since the median salary for all fine arts graduates with a master's is $32,650.
Of the 13 students who earned a master's degree in Fine & Studio Arts from UAlbany in 2021-2022, 8% were men and 92% were women.
The majority of master's degree recipients in this major at UAlbany are white. In the most recent graduating class for which data is available, 69% of students fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University at Albany with a master's in fine arts.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 3 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 9 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 1 |
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the fine arts majors at University at Albany.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Drama & Theater Arts | 12 |
| Music | 12 |
More about our data sources and methodologies.