Fine and Studio Arts at American Academy of Art College
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How American Academy of Art College graduates compare to all programs nationally
American Academy of Art College graduates earn $18k, placing them in the 5th percentile of all fine and studio arts bachelors programs nationally.
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in Illinois
Fine and Studio Arts bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Illinois (46 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| American Academy of Art College | $17,654 | $25,874 | — | — |
| Illinois State University | $35,967 | $42,181 | $20,125 | 0.56 |
| Southern Illinois University-Carbondale | $33,285 | $32,550 | $26,500 | 0.80 |
| North Park University | $33,276 | — | — | — |
| Northeastern Illinois University | $30,845 | $43,277 | $20,319 | 0.66 |
| University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign | $28,669 | $28,363 | $21,356 | 0.74 |
| National Median | $24,742 | — | $25,295 | 1.02 |
Other Fine and Studio Arts Programs in Illinois
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Illinois schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Illinois State University Normal | $16,021 | $35,967 | $20,125 |
| Southern Illinois University-Carbondale Carbondale | $13,244 | $33,285 | $26,500 |
| North Park University Chicago | $35,325 | $33,276 | — |
| Northeastern Illinois University Chicago | $12,383 | $30,845 | $20,319 |
| University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Champaign | $16,004 | $28,669 | $21,356 |
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 American Academy of Art College, approximately 63% 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.