Fine and Studio Arts at Missouri Southern State University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Missouri Southern State University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Missouri Southern State University graduates earn $29k, placing them in the 76th percentile of all fine and studio arts bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Missouri
Fine and Studio Arts bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Missouri (32 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Missouri Southern State University | $29,309 | — | $27,000* | — |
| University of Missouri-St Louis | $32,224 | $41,077 | $28,837* | 0.89 |
| Southeast Missouri State University | $28,421 | $32,018 | $19,000* | 0.67 |
| University of Central Missouri | $27,236 | $25,597 | $28,000* | 1.03 |
| University of Missouri-Kansas City | $25,476 | $41,917 | $25,500* | 1.00 |
| Missouri State University-Springfield | $24,024 | $26,692 | $27,750* | 1.16 |
| National Median | $24,742 | — | $25,295* | 1.02 |
Other Fine and Studio Arts Programs in Missouri
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Missouri schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Missouri-St Louis Saint Louis | $13,440 | $32,224 | $28,837 |
| Southeast Missouri State University Cape Girardeau | $9,496 | $28,421 | $19,000 |
| University of Central Missouri Warrensburg | $9,739 | $27,236 | $28,000 |
| University of Missouri-Kansas City Kansas City | $11,988 | $25,476 | $25,500 |
| Missouri State University-Springfield Springfield | $9,024 | $24,024 | $27,750 |
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 Missouri Southern State University, approximately 35% 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 20 graduates with reported earnings and 15 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.