Best colleges for Visual and Performing Arts in Michigan
Ranked by graduates a year
Michigan State University, Washtenaw Community College and Central Michigan University award the most Visual and Performing Arts degrees and certificates in Michigan: 59, 25 and 17 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 8 Michigan colleges offer Visual and Performing Arts and award 117 degrees and certificates a year in all.
The Visual and Performing Arts program offers a comprehensive exploration of artistic expression through various mediums. This program is designed for students who are passionate about creativity and wish to develop their skills in both…
8 institutions offering Visual and Performing Arts in Michigan
Graduate earnings are not yet reported for these institutions; ordered by graduates a year.
| # | Institution | Starting salary (1 yr) | Graduates / yr | Grad rate | Net price | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Michigan State University East Lansing Public | — | 59 | 81% | — | — |
| 2 | Washtenaw Community College Ann Arbor Public | — | 25 | 33% | — | — |
| 3 | Central Michigan University Mount Pleasant Public | — | 17 | 59% | — | — |
| 4 | Mott Community College Flint Public | — | 9 | 32% | — | — |
| 5 | University of Michigan-Ann Arbor Ann Arbor Public | — | 3 | 93% | — | — |
| 6 | Alpena Community College Alpena Public | — | 2 | 52% | — | — |
| 7 | Michigan Technological University Houghton Public | — | 1 | 68% | — | — |
| 8 | Mid Michigan College Harrison Public | — | 1 | 28% | — | — |
Colleges awarding the most Visual and Performing Arts degrees in Michigan
Top 7 by graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25 completions). Online, degree-completion and graduate-only schools, and schools with a graduation rate under 30% are listed in full below.
| # | Institution | Graduates / yr | Starting salary (1 yr) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Michigan State University East Lansing Public | 59 | Not reported |
| 2 | Washtenaw Community College Ann Arbor Public | 25 | Not reported |
| 3 | Central Michigan University Mount Pleasant Public | 17 | Not reported |
| 4 | Mott Community College Flint Public | 9 | Not reported |
| 5 | University of Michigan-Ann Arbor Ann Arbor Public | 3 | Not reported |
| 6 | Alpena Community College Alpena Public | 2 | Not reported |
| 7 | Michigan Technological University Houghton Public | 1 | Not reported |
ShowHide the other 1 Michigan colleges offering Visual and Performing Arts
| Institution | City | Control | Graduates / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mid Michigan College | Harrison | Public | 1 |
Career outlook
What this program leads to: Graphic Designers (SOC 27-1024).
Top skills
What Graphic Designers earn in Michigan
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Common questions
Answers for students comparing Visual and Performing Arts programs in Michigan.
Which Michigan colleges award the most Visual and Performing Arts degrees?+
Michigan State University (59 graduates a year), Washtenaw Community College (25 graduates a year) and Central Michigan University (17 graduates a year) award the most Visual and Performing Arts degrees and certificates in Michigan, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 8 Michigan colleges offer Visual and Performing Arts.
How much do Graphic Designers earn in Michigan?+
The average annual wage for Graphic Designers in Michigan is $60,250 (median $57,350), across about 6,070 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.
What is the focus of the Visual and Performing Arts program?+
The Visual and Performing Arts program offers a comprehensive exploration of artistic expression through various mediums. This program is designed for students who are passionate about creativity and wish to develop their skills in both…
What skills will I develop in this program?+
You will develop active listening, speaking, critical thinking, writing, and related professional skills.
What is the job outlook for Graphic Designers?+
The national job outlook is about +2.1% growth with around 20,000 annual openings (BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034).
What is the typical education requirement?+
A Bachelor's degree is the typical entry-level education for this field (BLS).
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