Fine and Studio Arts at Lawrence 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 Wisconsin
Fine and Studio Arts bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Wisconsin (29 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lawrence University | — | $24,421 | — | — |
| University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh | $38,585 | $35,137 | $27,000 | 0.70 |
| University of Wisconsin-Platteville | $37,379 | $37,460 | — | — |
| University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire | $34,582 | $43,436 | $25,371 | 0.73 |
| University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee | $31,985 | $36,911 | $28,000 | 0.88 |
| University of Wisconsin-Madison | $30,503 | $39,953 | $19,316 | 0.63 |
| National Median | $24,742 | — | $25,295 | 1.02 |
Other Fine and Studio Arts Programs in Wisconsin
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Wisconsin schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh Oshkosh | $8,212 | $38,585 | $27,000 |
| University of Wisconsin-Platteville Platteville | $8,315 | $37,379 | — |
| University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Eau Claire | $9,277 | $34,582 | $25,371 |
| University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Milwaukee | $10,020 | $31,985 | $28,000 |
| University of Wisconsin-Madison Madison | $11,205 | $30,503 | $19,316 |
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 Lawrence University, approximately 21% 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.