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 Oregon

Visual and Performing Arts bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Oregon (7 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Oregon State University-Cascades Campus$27,561
Southern Oregon University$17,228$24,5001.42
Pacific Northwest College of Art$13,895
National Median$25,286$26,0831.03

Other Visual and Performing Arts Programs in Oregon

Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Oregon schools

SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Debt
Southern Oregon University
Ashland
$12,093$17,228$24,500
Pacific Northwest College of Art
Portland
$47,126$13,895

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 Oregon State University-Cascades Campus, approximately 28% 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.