Visual and Performing Arts, General

Bachelor's degree · California State University-San Marcos · San Marcos, CA

CIP 50.01

$27,741Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$48,043Median earnings 4 years after
$41,204Median earnings 5 years after
$18,625Median federal debt
76Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Visual and Performing Arts, General at California State University-San Marcos earn a median of $27,741 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $41,688 four years after graduating (middle half: $25,771–$59,858). Median debt is $18,625, about 67% of first-year earnings.

Visual and Performing Arts, General (Bachelor's degree) at other California schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Academy of Art University
San Francisco
$28,494$31,000
Otis College of Art and Design
Los Angeles
$21,558$27,000

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Visual and Performing Arts, General graduates from California State University-San Marcos make?

The median salary is $27,741 one year after graduation and $41,204 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $18,625.

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