Earnings Distribution
How Kent State University at Kent graduates compare to all programs nationally
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
| School | 1 Year | 4 Years | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kent State University at Kent | $54,613 | $58,564 | +7% |
| Boston Architectural College | $69,739 | $81,713 | +17% |
| Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University | $65,487 | $79,049 | +21% |
| Southern Illinois University-Carbondale | $58,938 | $75,673 | +28% |
| Ohio State University-Main Campus | $61,077 | $66,679 | +9% |
Compare to Similar Programs in Ohio
Architecture masters's programs at peer institutions in Ohio (5 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Kent State University at KentKent | $12,846 | $54,613 | $58,564 | — | — |
 Ohio State University-Main CampusColumbus | $12,859 | $61,077 | $66,679 | — | — |
| National Median | — | $57,677 | — | — | — |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with architecture graduates
Architectural and Engineering Managers
Biofuels/Biodiesel Technology and Product Development Managers
Architects, Except Landscape and Naval
Architecture Teachers, Postsecondary
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 Kent State University at Kent, 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.