Fine and Studio Arts at North Park University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How North Park University graduates compare to all programs nationally
North Park University graduates earn $33k, placing them in the 95th percentile of all fine and studio arts bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Illinois
Fine and Studio Arts bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Illinois (46 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Park University | $33,276 | — | — | — |
| Illinois State University | $35,967 | $42,181 | $20,125 | 0.56 |
| Southern Illinois University-Carbondale | $33,285 | $32,550 | $26,500 | 0.80 |
| Northeastern Illinois University | $30,845 | $43,277 | $20,319 | 0.66 |
| University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign | $28,669 | $28,363 | $21,356 | 0.74 |
| DePaul University | $27,291 | $35,009 | $26,999 | 0.99 |
| National Median | $24,742 | — | $25,295 | 1.02 |
Other Fine and Studio Arts Programs in Illinois
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Illinois schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Illinois State University Normal | $16,021 | $35,967 | $20,125 |
| Southern Illinois University-Carbondale Carbondale | $13,244 | $33,285 | $26,500 |
| Northeastern Illinois University Chicago | $12,383 | $30,845 | $20,319 |
| University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Champaign | $16,004 | $28,669 | $21,356 |
| DePaul University Chicago | $44,460 | $27,291 | $26,999 |
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 North Park University, approximately 43% 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 17 graduates with reported earnings and 10 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.