Fine and Studio Arts at Southern Oregon University
Bachelor's Degree
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 bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Oregon (14 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Oregon University | — | $26,543 | — | — |
| Western Oregon University | $31,917 | — | — | — |
| George Fox University | $31,401 | $46,357 | $26,000 | 0.83 |
| University of Oregon | $26,404 | $30,148 | $24,000 | 0.91 |
| Pacific Northwest College of Art | $25,906 | $26,904 | $27,000 | 1.04 |
| Portland State University | $20,866 | $28,284 | $35,125 | 1.68 |
| National Median | $24,742 | — | $25,295 | 1.02 |
Other Fine and Studio Arts Programs in Oregon
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Oregon schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Western Oregon University Monmouth | $11,025 | $31,917 | — |
| George Fox University Newberg | $40,940 | $31,401 | $26,000 |
| University of Oregon Eugene | $15,669 | $26,404 | $24,000 |
| Pacific Northwest College of Art Portland | $47,126 | $25,906 | $27,000 |
| Portland State University Portland | $11,238 | $20,866 | $35,125 |
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 Southern Oregon University, approximately 24% 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.