Fine and Studio Arts
Master's degree · California College of the Arts · San Francisco, CA
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Fine and Studio Arts at California College of the Arts earn a median of $24,495 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $49,079 four years after graduating (middle half: $29,496–$66,541). Median debt is $51,870, about 212% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.
Fine and Studio Arts (Master's degree) at other California schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| California State University-Fullerton Fullerton | $59,860 | — |
| Academy of Art University San Francisco | $50,953 | $91,156 |
| Azusa Pacific University Azusa | $49,560 | $41,000 |
| University of California-Davis Davis | $42,782 | — |
| University of California-Irvine Irvine | $23,267 | — |
Other programs at California College of the Arts
- Human Computer InteractionBachelor's degree
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$94,345 - Architectural Sciences and TechnologyMaster's degree
$76,381 - Design and Applied ArtsBachelor's degree
$28,673 - Graphic CommunicationsBachelor's degree
$26,481 - Fine and Studio ArtsBachelor's degree
$17,690 - ArchitectureBachelor's degree
$66,934 - ArchitectureMaster's degree
$61,388 - Rhetoric and Composition/Writing StudiesMaster's degree
$37,442
Frequently asked questions
How much do Fine and Studio Arts graduates from California College of the Arts make?
The median salary is $24,495 one year after graduation and $54,366 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $51,870.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.