Fine and Studio Arts at South Mountain Community College
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
| School | 1 Year | 4 Years | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Mountain Community College | — | $36,274 | — |
| Gemological Institute of America-Carlsbad | $36,639 | $34,237 | -7% |
| Gemological Institute of America-New York | $36,639 | $34,237 | -7% |
Compare to Similar Programs Nationally
Fine and Studio Arts certificate's programs at top institutions nationally
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 South Mountain Community CollegePhoenix | $2,358 | — | $36,274 | — | — |
 University of Wisconsin-MilwaukeeMilwaukee | $10,020 | $37,331 | — | $27,437 | 0.73 |
 Gemological Institute of America-CarlsbadCarlsbad | — | $36,639 | $34,237 | $8,233 | 0.22 |
| Gemological Institute of America-New YorkNew York | — | $36,639 | $34,237 | $8,233 | 0.22 |
| National Median | — | $36,639 | — | $11,187 | 0.31 |
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 South Mountain Community College, approximately 27% 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.