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Puerto Rico's Fine and Studio Arts programs show dramatic cost differences, with the specialized Escuela de Artes Plasticas charging just $5,231 compared to $13,024 at Universidad del Sagrado Corazon. The island's growing cultural tourism sector and film industry create opportunities for graduates, though early career earnings range from $9,375 to $13,702. Public universities dominate the affordable options, with three of the four cheapest programs offered by University of Puerto Rico campuses.
6
Programs
$5,231 – $13,024
Net Price Range
$11,539
Avg. Program Earnings
46.4%
Avg. Graduation Rate

6 Fine and Studio Arts Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $5,231 $4,902 44.9% 100.0%
2 $6,507 $5,324 52.5% 51.6%
3 $9,034 $5,580 42.7% 40.1%
4 $10,082 $6,340 47.9% 94.7%
5 $12,684 $5,274 47.0% 54.4%
6 $13,024 $6,360 43.6% 55.2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Escuela de Artes Plasticas y Diseno the most affordable option?

This specialized public art school charges only $5,231 net cost with 100% acceptance rate, making it the clear budget leader. The school focuses exclusively on visual arts education, which helps keep costs low while maintaining specialized programming.

How do earnings compare between the cheapest and most expensive programs?

UPR-Rio Piedras graduates earning $9,375 attend the second-cheapest program at $6,507, while UPR-Mayaguez graduates earn $13,702 despite higher costs at $12,684. This suggests that program location and specialization affect both costs and career outcomes significantly.

Where do graduation rates stand among these affordable programs?

Graduation rates hover between 42.7% and 52.5% across all six schools, with UPR-Rio Piedras leading at 52.5%. The relatively narrow range suggests consistent academic support regardless of whether students choose public or private institutions.

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