Fine and Studio Arts
Bachelor's degree · James Madison University · Harrisonburg, VA
$33,501Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$54,093Median earnings 4 years after
$50,618Median earnings 5 years after
$22,125Median federal debt
115Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Fine and Studio Arts at James Madison University earn a median of $33,501 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 $22,125, about 66% of first-year earnings.
Fine and Studio Arts (Bachelor's degree) at other Virginia schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Blacksburg | $36,927 | $26,000 |
| William & Mary Williamsburg | $29,752 | — |
| Old Dominion University Norfolk | $27,535 | $28,808 |
| University of Mary Washington Fredericksburg | $24,013 | $22,908 |
| University of Virginia-Main Campus Charlottesville | $23,372 | $19,500 |
| Radford University Radford | $23,308 | $25,000 |
| Virginia Commonwealth University Richmond | $21,916 | $21,500 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Fine and Studio Arts graduates from James Madison University make?
The median salary is $33,501 one year after graduation and $50,618 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $22,125.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.