Median Earnings (1yr)
$37,909
5th percentile
Sample Size
21
Limited data

Earnings Distribution

How Academy of Art University graduates compare to all programs nationally

Academy of Art University graduates earn $38k, placing them in the 5th percentile of all specialized sales, merchandising and marketing operations masters programs nationally.

Compare to Similar Programs in California

Specialized Sales, Merchandising and Marketing Operations masters's programs at peer institutions in California

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Academy of Art University$37,909
National Median$94,838

About This Data

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)

Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Academy of Art University, approximately 42% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.

Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.

Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.