Visual & Performing Arts
Dutchess Community College · Poughkeepsie, NY
The Visual & Performing Arts program at Dutchess Community College awards an Associate degree. Graduates earn a median salary of $31,680 four years after completion, compared to a national median of $35,917 for Visual & Performing Arts programs. Graduates typically enter roles like Art Directors, Special Effects Artists and Animators, and Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary. The median salary for Art Directors is $106,500. Approximately 26 students completed this program in the most recent reporting year.
Associate
Median Earnings (4yr)
$31,680
Completers
26
Related Careers
| Job Title | Median Salary | Job Growth (10yr) | Total Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Art Directors | $106,500 | 4% | 51,200 |
| Special Effects Artists and Animators | $99,060 | 2% | 29,940 |
| Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary | $80,360 | Not reported | 101,500 |
| Artists and Related Workers, All Other | $74,750 | Not reported | 7,420 |
| Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators | $59,300 | Not reported | 10,910 |
Show 3 more related occupations
| Job Title | Median Salary | Job Growth (10yr) | Total Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graphic Designers | $58,910 | 2% | 212,720 |
| Photographers | $40,760 | 2% | 53,630 |
| Craft Artists | $36,600 | Not reported | 5,830 |
Institution Overview
In-State Tuition
$5,670
Out-of-State Tuition
$10,670
Graduation Rate
29.5%
Total Enrollment
3,824
Same Program at Other Institutions
- Northern Virginia Community College — $49,551
- Full Sail University — $38,049
- San Jacinto Community College — $36,746
- Suffolk County Community College — $34,099
- Community College of Baltimore County — $32,927