Fine and Studio Arts at CUNY City College
Master'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 New York
Fine and Studio Arts masters's programs at peer institutions in New York (30 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CUNY City College | — | $39,743 | — | — |
| Sotheby's Institute of Art-NY | $50,907 | $57,040 | — | — |
| New York University | $41,958 | $44,902 | — | — |
| Bard College | $37,112 | — | — | — |
| The New School | $35,829 | $60,649 | — | — |
| University at Albany | $35,104 | — | — | — |
| National Median | $32,208 | — | — | — |
Other Fine and Studio Arts Programs in New York
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across New York schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sotheby's Institute of Art-NY New York | — | $50,907 | — |
| New York University New York | $60,438 | $41,958 | — |
| Bard College Annandale-On-Hudson | $63,612 | $37,112 | — |
| The New School New York | $56,386 | $35,829 | — |
| University at Albany Albany | $10,408 | $35,104 | — |
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 CUNY City College, approximately 60% 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.