Fine and Studio Arts

Master's degree · School of the Art Institute of Chicago · Chicago, IL

CIP 50.07

$24,521Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$47,355Median earnings 4 years after
$48,963Median earnings 5 years after
$69,783Median federal debt
166Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in Fine and Studio Arts at School of the Art Institute of Chicago earn a median of $24,521 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 $69,783, about 285% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.

Fine and Studio Arts (Master's degree) at other Illinois schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Eastern Illinois University
Charleston
$55,569$14,627

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Fine and Studio Arts graduates from School of the Art Institute of Chicago make?

The median salary is $24,521 one year after graduation and $48,963 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $69,783.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.