Fine and Studio Arts at Colorado Mesa University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Colorado Mesa University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Colorado Mesa University graduates earn $27k, placing them in the 64th 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 Colorado
Fine and Studio Arts bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Colorado (15 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colorado Mesa University | $27,136 | $33,389 | $23,250* | — |
| University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus | $31,144 | $44,742 | $25,490* | 0.82 |
| University of Northern Colorado | $30,663 | $41,413 | $25,000* | 0.82 |
| Colorado State University-Fort Collins | $30,143 | $35,803 | $21,500* | 0.71 |
| University of Denver | $28,964 | — | —* | — |
| Metropolitan State University of Denver | $26,102 | $41,899 | $31,000* | 1.19 |
| National Median | $24,742 | — | $25,295* | 1.02 |
Other Fine and Studio Arts Programs in Colorado
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Colorado schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus Denver | $10,017 | $31,144 | $25,490 |
| University of Northern Colorado Greeley | $12,010 | $30,663 | $25,000 |
| Colorado State University-Fort Collins Fort Collins | $12,896 | $30,143 | $21,500 |
| University of Denver Denver | $59,340 | $28,964 | — |
| Metropolitan State University of Denver Denver | $10,780 | $26,102 | $31,000 |
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 Colorado Mesa University, approximately 27% 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.
Sample Size: Based on 16 graduates with reported earnings and 15 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.