by our College Data Analytics TeamThere was only one school in District of Columbia to review for the 2025 Best Visual & Performing Arts Master's Degree Schools in District of Columbia ranking. If you would like to see more options to choose from, check out the Best Master's Degree Schools in the United States ranking..
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Since picking the right college can be one of the most important decisions of your life, we've developed the Best Visual & Performing Arts Master's Degree Schools in District of Columbia ranking, along with many other major-related rankings, to help you make that decision.
Below you'll see a list of the best colleges and universities for pursuing a master's degree in visual & performing arts.
American University is a great choice for students pursuing a master's degree in visual & performing arts. Located in the city of Washington, The American University is a private not-for-profit university with a large student population.More information about a master’s in visual & performing arts from American University
Explore all the Best Visual & Performing Arts Schools in the Middle Atlantic Area or other specific states within that region.
| State | Colleges | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 35 | 2,756 |
| Pennsylvania | 34 | 636 |
| New Jersey | 32 | 150 |
| Maryland | 32 | 434 |
| Delaware | 24 | 33 |
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Fine & Studio Arts | 39 |
| Film, Video & Photographic Arts | 34 |
| Design & Applied Arts | 33 |
| Drama & Theater Arts | 23 |
| Music | 11 |
| Arts & Media Management | 6 |
