Graphic Communications at California Institute of the Arts
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in California
Graphic Communications bachelors's programs at peer institutions in California (18 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| California Institute of the Arts | $26,981* | — | — | — |
| Art Center College of Design | $67,010* | — | $35,593 | 0.53 |
| California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo | $49,029* | $67,063 | $17,961 | 0.37 |
| University of Silicon Valley | $33,727* | $50,601 | $31,000 | 0.92 |
| Academy of Art University | $27,481* | $51,035 | $36,717 | 1.34 |
| California College of the Arts | $26,481* | $46,179 | $27,000 | 1.02 |
| National Median | $25,330* | — | $27,000 | 1.07 |
Other Graphic Communications Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Art Center College of Design Pasadena | $51,640 | $67,010 | $35,593 |
| California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo San Luis Obispo | $11,075 | $49,029 | $17,961 |
| University of Silicon Valley San Jose | $22,480 | $33,727 | $31,000 |
| Academy of Art University San Francisco | $28,024 | $27,481 | $36,717 |
| California College of the Arts San Francisco | $57,946 | $26,481 | $27,000 |
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 California Institute of the Arts, approximately 22% 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.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 8 similar programs in CA. Actual outcomes may vary.