Cheapest Arts Colleges in Florida

Public universities deliver strong value for Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management students in Florida, with Florida Atlantic University charging just $8,001 net price compared to Ringling College's $55,390. This $47,000 gap reflects the state's educational market where public options significantly undercut private institutions. Florida's $80 billion tourism industry and major entertainment employers like Disney World create substantial demand for media management professionals, particularly in Orlando where UCF graduates enter a market with 70 million annual visitors.

Programs

$8,001 – $55,390

Net Price Range

$21,684

Avg. Program Earnings

65.2%

Avg. Graduation Rate

9 Arts, Entertainment,and Media Management Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	Florida Atlantic University Boca Raton, Florida	$8,001	$4,879	64.3%	81.3%
2	University of Central Florida Orlando, Florida	$10,650	$6,368	75.1%	41.0%
3	Stetson University DeLand, Florida	$21,318	$55,220	62.8%	93.8%
4	Florida Southern College Lakeland, Florida	$29,664	$42,360	69.3%	56.6%
5	Southeastern University Lakeland, Florida	$30,209	$31,732	43.3%	60.9%
6	Full Sail University Winter Park, Florida	$31,759	$26,417	49.6%
7	Eckerd College Saint Petersburg, Florida	$33,011	$50,374	67.6%	65.1%
8	University of Miami Coral Gables, Florida	$36,803	$59,926	84.2%	18.9%
9	Ringling College of Art and Design Sarasota, Florida	$55,390	$55,480	70.8%	64.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Florida's public Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management programs so affordable?

Florida Atlantic University offers the lowest net price at $8,001, while UCF charges $10,650, both benefiting from state funding and the Bright Futures scholarship program. In-state students at FAU pay just $4,879 tuition, making it one of the most accessible programs nationwide.

How do graduation rates compare between affordable and expensive programs?

UCF achieves a 75% graduation rate at $10,650 net cost, outperforming several expensive private options. Southeastern University graduates only 43% of students despite charging $30,209, while Ringling's 71% rate comes with a $55,390 price tag.

Where do graduates typically earn the highest starting salaries?

Full Sail University graduates earn $24,224 annually despite the program's 50% graduation rate and $31,759 net cost. Ringling graduates start at $20,140, earning less than FAU graduates who make $20,687 while paying significantly less for their education.

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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.