If you love to stencil and draw, enjoy working with people, and want to spend your life making a mark on people and creating art to last a lifetime, a degree or certification in Tattoo Artistry could be a great fit for you.

Types of Degrees

Tattoo Artistry students typically pursue an associate degree (2 years), certification program, or apprencticeship prior to entering the workforce. In this field, licensure is required by most states and voluntary certifications are available.

Admission Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent is required, with a strong academic background and/or extracurricular experience in art, design, and drawing helping applicants obtain acceptance into their desired school. Each school has its own specific requirements, making it important for you to explore several options before settling on a particular school.

Career Opportunities After Earning A Tattoo Artistry Degree Or Certification

Given the narrow, concentrated scope of technical education programs, graduates of a Tattoo Artistry degree, certification, or apprenticeship program typically go on to become Tattoo Artists.

Post Graduate Salary Information

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median salary for Craft and Fine Artists was $52,910 in 2023. ¹

Note that the average salary varies widely not only depending on career chosen, but on geographical location and employer. Conditions in your area may vary.

References

1. Bureau of Labor Statistics

• Careers associated with these educational opportunities often require additional degrees and certifications not offered as part of the educational opportunities presented by this website.
• Information based on national data, not school-specific information. Conditions in your area may vary.