Median Earnings (1yr)
$28,794
35th percentile
Sample Size
28
Limited data

Earnings Distribution

How Pacific Northwest College of Art graduates compare to all programs nationally

Pacific Northwest College of Art graduates earn $29k, placing them in the 35th percentile of all fine and studio arts masters programs nationally.

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

Fine and Studio Arts masters's programs at peer institutions in Oregon (4 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Pacific Northwest College of Art$28,794$41,570
National Median$32,208

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 Pacific Northwest College of Art, approximately 44% 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.