St. Louis has a population of 348,189 and is located in St. Louis county.
The average in-state tuition for full time undergraduate students in art schools in St. Louis during the 2009 - 2010 school year was $15,439.00. The average tuition was $16,363.00 for non-residents studying in Missouri.
Books and supplies for art schools in St. Louis cost an average of $1,273.00. Students who live on campus while attending a art school in St. Louis, can expect to pay an average of $8,185.00 for room and board. Students who live at home can expect average costs to be $6,305.00. There are four art colleges in St. Louis from which students can pick the one that best suits their needs. 91 students were reported to have graduated from art programs in St. Louis in the 2008 - 2009 school year.
| Profession | Average Salary | Number Employed in City |
|---|---|---|
| Art Directors | $79,850.00 | 210 |
| Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators | $39,240.00 | 40 |
| Multi-Media Artists and Animators | $47,720.00 | 190 |
| Commercial and Industrial Designers | $58,810.00 | 180 |
| Floral Designers | $22,660.00 | 480 |
| Graphic Designers | $46,090.00 | 1,870 |
| Interior Designers | $46,380.00 | 600 |
| Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers | $27,000.00 | 700 |
| Set and Exhibit Designers | $43,230.00 | 30 |
| Actors | Not available | 420 |
| Producers and Directors | $62,420.00 | 490 |
| Dancers | Not available | 300 |
| Choreographers | $34,330.00 | Not available |
| Music Directors and Composers | $48,120.00 | 60 |
| Musicians and Singers | Not available | 330 |
| Photographers | $33,360.00 | 840 |
| Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Motion Picture | $51,890.00 | 180 |
| Film and Video Editors | $51,740.00 | 150 |
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
