Fine and Studio Arts at Clemson University
Bachelor's Degree
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 South Carolina
Fine and Studio Arts bachelors's programs at peer institutions in South Carolina (25 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clemson University | $23,121* | $30,278 | $26,500* | — |
| University of South Carolina-Upstate | $35,203* | $32,081 | $26,500* | 0.75 |
| University of South Carolina-Columbia | $27,467* | $32,724 | $27,000* | 0.98 |
| College of Charleston | $24,070* | $35,183 | $21,500* | 0.89 |
| Coastal Carolina University | $23,121* | $27,427 | $25,000* | 1.08 |
| Lander University | $21,605* | $28,680 | $26,937* | 1.25 |
| National Median | $24,742* | — | $25,295* | 1.02 |
Other Fine and Studio Arts Programs in South Carolina
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across South Carolina schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of South Carolina-Upstate Spartanburg | $11,583 | $35,203 | $26,500 |
| University of South Carolina-Columbia Columbia | $12,688 | $27,467 | $27,000 |
| College of Charleston Charleston | $12,978 | $24,070 | $21,500 |
| Coastal Carolina University Conway | $11,640 | $23,121 | $25,000 |
| Lander University Greenwood | $11,700 | $21,605 | $26,937 |
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 Clemson University, approximately 15% 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 7 similar programs in SC. Actual outcomes may vary.