Phoenix has a population of 1,321,045 and is located in Maricopa county.
The average in-state tuition for full time undergraduate students in art schools in Phoenix during the 2009 - 2010 school year was $12,460.00. The average tuition was $13,617.00 for non-residents studying in Arizona.
Books and supplies for art schools in Phoenix cost an average of $1,324.00. The average cost for room and board for students living on campus at art schools in Phoenix was $8,147.00. The average cost for students living at home was $6,578.00 for the 2009 - 2010 school year. There are five art colleges in Phoenix for students to choose from. 642 students were reported to have graduated from art programs in Phoenix in the 2008 - 2009 school year.
| Profession | Average Salary | Number Employed in City |
|---|---|---|
| Art Directors | $55,820.00 | 230 |
| Craft Artists | $29,370.00 | 80 |
| Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators | $43,930.00 | 100 |
| Multi-Media Artists and Animators | $55,250.00 | 130 |
| Commercial and Industrial Designers | $55,610.00 | 350 |
| Floral Designers | $24,130.00 | 510 |
| Graphic Designers | $45,620.00 | 2,570 |
| Interior Designers | $49,500.00 | 750 |
| Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers | $29,060.00 | 1,060 |
| Set and Exhibit Designers | $33,350.00 | 90 |
| Actors | Not available | 250 |
| Producers and Directors | $45,800.00 | 460 |
| Choreographers | $37,580.00 | Not available |
| Music Directors and Composers | $40,600.00 | 130 |
| Musicians and Singers | Not available | 540 |
| Photographers | $46,210.00 | 750 |
| Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Motion Picture | $56,630.00 | 180 |
| Film and Video Editors | $45,190.00 | 130 |
I advise students to get involved in their city and campus communities as much as possible. Volunteer projects for the city look excellent on resumes and offer valuable opportunities to learn about people and different perspectives.Read Full Interview
