Fine and Studio Arts at California State University-Chico
Master's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in California
Fine and Studio Arts masters's programs at peer institutions in California (32 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| California State University-Chico | $46,171* | — | — | — |
| California State University-Fullerton | $59,860* | — | — | — |
| Academy of Art University | $50,953* | $37,322 | — | — |
| Azusa Pacific University | $49,560* | — | — | — |
| University of California-Davis | $42,782* | — | — | — |
| California College of the Arts | $24,495* | $47,094 | — | — |
| National Median | $32,208* | — | — | — |
Other Fine and Studio Arts Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| California State University-Fullerton Fullerton | $7,073 | $59,860 | — |
| Academy of Art University San Francisco | $28,024 | $50,953 | — |
| Azusa Pacific University Azusa | $43,600 | $49,560 | — |
| University of California-Davis Davis | $15,247 | $42,782 | — |
| California College of the Arts San Francisco | $57,946 | $24,495 | — |
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 State University-Chico, approximately 40% 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 6 similar programs in CA. Actual outcomes may vary.