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Fine Arts and Studio Arts Degree
The Fine Arts and Studio Arts is a field of study emphasizing the professional education in the visual arts or performing arts. A Bachelor of Fine Arts differs from a Bachelor of Arts in the United States in that the primary emphasis of a BFA is a studio component versus lectures more prominent in a BA degree program at Chatham University. Get more details below including other Pennsylvania colleges that offer fine arts and studio arts degrees.
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Chatham University (Chatham)
600 Valley Road, Summerdale, PA
Chatham University is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and assists students in developing important skills useful in pursuit of graduate education or employment. A liberal arts curriculum exposes students to a variety of topics and subjects. The school is located in Pittsburgh, PA, which is a predominantly urban area. Over two thousand students enroll at Chatham University annually.
A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Psychology
- English Language And Literature
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Education
- Biological And Biomedical Sciences
Students applying for admission are most often asked to submit an application, transcripts, records, standardized test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by the school. This school has an admissions rate of 62% of which only 31% chose to enroll. More information from the admissions office can be found at chatham.edu.
Tuition is approximately $33,000 per year, though it may vary based on different types of circumstances. Students may visit the school's tuition calculator to see the personalize cost of attendance. Housing may be available for students that want to live on-campus at an estimated cost of $5,400 for the year. Chatham University may help with costs by offering financial aid for students who qualify by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.
The Chatham University Cougars participate in a number of intercollegiate athletic programs, within the NCAA.
Students should visit the school's http://www.chatham.edu to see additional information.
Students Enrolled in the Fine Arts and Studio Arts Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Chatham University offers a bachelor's degree program in fine arts and studio arts.
Students by Gender (2019)
Graduates | |
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Male | 0 |
Female | 3 |
Students by Race (2019)
Graduates | |
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White | 3 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
Career Options for Graduates
Upon completion of the Fine Arts and Studio Arts program at Chatham, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary
Description
Teach courses in drama, music, and the arts including fine and applied art, such as painting and sculpture, or design and crafts. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators
Description
Create original artwork using any of a wide variety of media and techniques.
Career Outlook & Projections (
)
According to the BLS, fine artists, including painters, sculptors, and illustrators employment is expected to grow at a rate of 3.1% from 2014 to 2024
Salary & Wages
- Harrisburg-Carlisle, PA
- Total Employment: 50
- Average Hourly Rate: $17.58
- Average Annual Salary: $36560
Artists and Related Workers, All Other
Description
All artists and related workers not listed separately.
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may give you an idea of the applicants Chatham accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and recent graduates, Chatham University may provide services like those listed below:
- Online course work available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Career path counseling
- Work study style employment
- Assistance to find work
Intercollegiate Athletics
Chatham University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division III without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Presidents Athletic Conference)
- Basketball (Presidents Athletic Conference)
- Track and Field (Presidents Athletic Conference)
- Ice Hockey
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Squash
- Swimming
- Volleyball