Art/Art Studies, General at Rio Salado College in Tempe, AZ

Visual & Performing Arts Certificate CIP 50.0701

Total Graduates

346

Class of 2023

Male Graduates

31%

107 of 346

Female Graduates

69%

239 of 346

Annual Tuition

$2,328

In-state rate

Program Popularity

#6
of 34 colleges nationally
82.4%
Produces more graduates than 82.4% of colleges offering this program
3,905
Total national graduates (Certificate)

Program Overview

Program Details

Program Name Art/Art Studies, General.
Degree Level Certificate
CIP Code 50.0701
Program Family Visual & Performing Arts

Recent Outcomes

Total Completions 346 graduates
Award Year 2023
Gender Distribution 31% male, 69% female

Salary & Earnings

Typical earnings for occupations related to this program

Secondary school teachers, except special and career/technical education

Primary Occupation
$64,580
Median Annual Salary
$47,330 $104,670
10th percentile 90th percentile
1,072,540 employed nationally -1.6% projected growth

Related Occupations

Art, drama, and music teachers, postsecondary +1.7%
$80,190
Photographers +1.8%
$42,520
Fine artists, including painters, sculptors, and illustrators -1.2%
$60,560
Craft artists +2.1%
$38,480

Salary data reflects typical earnings for related occupations nationally, not specific earnings of graduates from this institution. Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (2024).

Career Outcomes for Graduates

Primary Career Path

Average Starting Salary

$80,190

10-Year Job Growth

+1.7%

Career Readiness Score

70/100
100% Program Match

Related Career Paths

Career Title Starting Salary Growth Rate Skill Match Mapping
$64,152+1.7%
75%
primary100% confidence
Craft Artists SOC: 27-1012
$30,784+2.1%
0%
primary100% confidence
$48,448-1.2%
0%
primary100% confidence
Photographers SOC: 27-4021
$34,016+1.8%
75%
primary100% confidence
$51,664-1.6%
75%
primary100% confidence

Salary Progression

Starting Salary

$60,143

Peak Salary

$100,238

Total Growth

+67%

Skills You'll Gain

Skills Covered in Program (10)

Speaking
Instructing
Learning Strategies
Active Listening
Active Learning
Reading Comprehension
Writing
Monitoring
Time Management
Critical Thinking

Career Preparation

This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.

Career Readiness Assessment

Technical Skills Alignment

75%

Education Level Match

85%

Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.

Is This Career Right for You?

Interest Profile (Holland Codes)

A
Artistic
S
Social
R
Realistic

creative expression and innovation; helping and working with people; hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment

What does this mean? ▼

This career is best suited for people who enjoy:

  • Creative design
  • Artistic expression
  • Helping others
  • Teaching
  • Building things
  • Working with hands

Ideal Candidate Profile

👤 Personality Traits

Creative
Imaginative
Empathetic
Patient
Practical
Hands-on

💡 Interests

Creative design
Artistic expression
Helping others
Teaching
Building things
Working with hands

Work Values

Speaking
Instructing
Monitoring
Active Listening
Helping others
Creativity

Ask Yourself These Questions

1

Do you enjoy creative expression and innovation; helping and working with people; hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment?

2

Do you value speaking?

3

Are you willing to develop the technical skills required for this field?

This Career May Be Great For You If:

  • Hands-on learners who enjoy practical work
  • Creative individuals who value originality
  • People-oriented individuals who enjoy helping others

Consider These Challenges:

  • Those who prefer desk-based, theoretical work
  • Those who prefer structured, rule-based environments
  • Those who prefer working independently
💭

Note: This assessment is based on typical requirements and characteristics for careers in this field. Individual experiences may vary. Consider your own interests, values, and goals when making career decisions.

Institution

Location Tempe, AZ

Cost Information

In-State Tuition $2,328
Out-of-State Tuition $8,928
Average Net Price $9,003

Program Information

CIP Code: 50.0701
CIP Family: 50
IPEDS ID:
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