Median Earnings (1yr)
$55,569
95th percentile (80th in IL)
Sample Size
49
Adequate data

Earnings Distribution

How Eastern Illinois University graduates compare to all programs nationally

Eastern Illinois University graduates earn $56k, placing them in the 95th percentile of all fine and studio arts masters programs nationally.

Compare to Similar Programs in Illinois

Fine and Studio Arts masters's programs at peer institutions in Illinois (13 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Eastern Illinois University$55,569
School of the Art Institute of Chicago$24,521$39,772
National Median$32,208

Other Fine and Studio Arts Programs in Illinois

Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Illinois schools

SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Debt
School of the Art Institute of Chicago
Chicago
$54,530$24,521

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 Eastern Illinois University, approximately 31% 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.