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ACCEPTANCE RATE
66.24%FINANCIAL AID RATE
91%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
10:1FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$26,958Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
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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 Muhlenberg College. Get more details below including other Pennsylvania colleges that offer fine arts and studio arts degrees.
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Muhlenberg College
7373 Admiral Peary Hwy, Cresson, PA
Muhlenberg College 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 Allentown, PA, which is a predominantly urban area. The Evangelical Lutheran Church affiliation of this school is an important part of the history, education and vision that defines the school. Over 2,500 students enroll at Muhlenberg College per year.
A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Psychology
- Communications And Journalism
- Biological And Biomedical Sciences
- Visual And Performing Arts
- History
The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions office. The most common test scores among applicants admitted to Muhlenberg College are within the range of 25 - 31 on the ACT, or 1680 - 2030 on the SAT. Approximately 40% of all applicant were admitted at Muhlenberg College, with 28% of those admitted choosing to attend. More information regarding admissions can be found at muhlenberg.edu.
Tuition is approximately $44,000 annually, though it may vary based on different types of circumstances. Students may visit the school's net price calculator to determine cost. Student housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is about $5,700. Students attending this school may qualify for aid which is typically grants and loans.
The Muhlenberg College "Mules" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NCAA. Available sports offered:
- Baseball (NCAA Division III)
- Basketball (NCAA Division III)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division III)
- Field Hockey (NCAA Division III)
- Football (NCAA Division III)
Students who would like to view more about this school can visit their website at http://www.muhlenberg.edu.
Students Enrolled in the Fine Arts and Studio Arts Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Muhlenberg College has offered the following program levels for students:
- Less Than Two-Year Award
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
Students by Academic Level (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Less Than Two-Year Award | 0 |
| Associate's Degree | 0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 5 |
Students by Gender (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Male | 0 |
| Female | 5 |
Students by Race (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Hispanic | 1 |
| White | 2 |
| Non Resident Alien | 2 |
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
Students who have completed the Fine Arts and Studio Arts program at Muhlenberg College, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below: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
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 admission details below may give you an idea of the candidates Muhlenberg College accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college 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 alumni, Muhlenberg College may provide services to students like:- Online classes
- Weekend and night classes available
- Career path counseling
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Helping students find work after graduation
Intercollegiate Athletics
Muhlenberg College is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division III with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Centennial Conference)
- Basketball (Centennial Conference)
- Track and Field (Centennial Conference)
- Field Hockey
- Football (Centennial Conference)
- Golf
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Wrestling