Fine and Studio Arts

Bachelor's degree · Rhode Island School of Design · Providence, RI

CIP 50.07

$16,510Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$40,568Median earnings 4 years after
$42,001Median earnings 5 years after
$27,000Median federal debt
143Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Fine and Studio Arts at Rhode Island School of Design earn a median of $16,510 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 164% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.

Fine and Studio Arts (Bachelor's degree) at other Rhode Island schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Rhode Island College
Providence
$28,241$23,750
Brown University
Providence
$23,180$17,300
University of Rhode Island
Kingston
$21,167—

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Fine and Studio Arts graduates from Rhode Island School of Design make?

The median salary is $16,510 one year after graduation and $42,001 after five years.

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.