Best colleges for Fine and Studio Arts in Montana
Ranked by graduate earnings
Montana State University, The University of Montana and The University of Montana-Western award the most Fine and Studio Arts degrees and certificates in Montana: 58, 44 and 5 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 8 Montana colleges offer Fine and Studio Arts and award 120 degrees and certificates a year in all.
The Fine and Studio Arts program focuses on the practice and theory of visual arts and design, encompassing various disciplines such as illustration, painting, sculpture, and graphic design. This program is ideal for students who are…
Top 2 institutions, ranked by graduate earnings
Ranked by median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard. Programs with fewer than 20 graduates a year, a graduation rate under 30%, or online, degree-completion or graduate-only status rank after the rest.
| # | Institution | Starting salary (1 yr) | Graduates / yr | Grad rate | Net price | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Montana State University Bozeman Public · Bachelor's degree | $32,265 | 58 | 57% | — | $26,000 |
| 2 | The University of Montana Missoula Public · Bachelor's degree | $22,149 | 44 | 48% | — | $26,187 |
Colleges awarding the most Fine and Studio Arts degrees in Montana
Top 6 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 | Montana State University Bozeman Public | 58 | $32,265 |
| 2 | The University of Montana Missoula Public | 44 | $22,149 |
| 3 | The University of Montana-Western Dillon Public | 5 | Not reported |
| 4 | Montana State University Billings Billings Public | 3 | Not reported |
| 5 | Rocky Mountain College Billings Private not-for-profit | 3 | Not reported |
| 6 | Stone Child College Box Elder Public | 1 | Not reported |
ShowHide the other 2 Montana colleges offering Fine and Studio Arts
| Institution | City | Control | Graduates / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flathead Valley Community College | Kalispell | Public | 3 |
| Salish Kootenai College | Pablo | Public | 3 |
Career outlook
What this program leads to: Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators (SOC 27-1013).
Top skills
What Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators earn in Montana
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Common questions
Answers for students comparing Fine and Studio Arts programs in Montana.
Which Montana colleges award the most Fine and Studio Arts degrees?+
Montana State University (58 graduates a year), The University of Montana (44 graduates a year) and The University of Montana-Western (5 graduates a year) award the most Fine and Studio Arts degrees and certificates in Montana, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 8 Montana colleges offer Fine and Studio Arts.
Which Fine and Studio Arts program in Montana has the highest-earning graduates?+
By median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard, Montana State University tops the list at $32,265. Compare it against graduates a year, graduation rate, cost, and debt in the ranked table above.
What is the focus of the Fine and Studio Arts program?+
The Fine and Studio Arts program focuses on the practice and theory of visual arts and design, encompassing various disciplines such as illustration, painting, sculpture, and graphic design. This program is ideal for students who are…
What skills will I develop in this program?+
You will develop critical thinking, active learning, active listening, speaking, and related professional skills.
What is the job outlook for Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators?+
The national job outlook is about -1.2% growth with around 2,200 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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