Fine and Studio Arts
Bachelor's degree · Western Michigan University · Kalamazoo, MI
$21,773Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$36,615Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$27,000Median federal debt
30Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Fine and Studio Arts at Western Michigan University earn a median of $21,773 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $41,367 four years after graduating (middle half: $26,241–$56,653). Median debt is $27,000, about 124% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.
Fine and Studio Arts (Bachelor's degree) at other Michigan schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Michigan-Ann Arbor Ann Arbor | $31,367 | $18,767 |
| Eastern Michigan University Ypsilanti | $28,890 | $26,250 |
| Saginaw Valley State University University Center | $28,289 | — |
| Ferris State University Big Rapids | $24,540 | $25,961 |
| Grand Valley State University Allendale | $24,135 | $27,000 |
| Northern Michigan University Marquette | $23,786 | $25,709 |
| Oakland University Rochester Hills | $22,840 | — |
| Wayne State University Detroit | $20,948 | $29,617 |
| Michigan State University East Lansing | $19,566 | $27,875 |
| Central Michigan University Mount Pleasant | $18,117 | $31,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Fine and Studio Arts graduates from Western Michigan University make?
The median salary is $21,773 one year after graduation.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $27,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.