Visual and Performing Arts at The College of Westchester
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How The College of Westchester graduates compare to all programs nationally
The College of Westchester graduates earn $20k, placing them in the 18th percentile of all visual and performing arts bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in New York
Visual and Performing Arts bachelors's programs at peer institutions in New York (27 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The College of Westchester | $20,163 | — | — | — |
| Fordham University | $41,165 | — | $27,000 | 0.66 |
| Siena College | $34,017 | — | $26,924 | 0.79 |
| SUNY at Purchase College | $22,024 | — | $27,000 | 1.23 |
| State University of New York at New Paltz | $19,893 | $33,482 | $21,324 | 1.07 |
| SUNY Oneonta | $19,135 | $42,308 | $24,250 | 1.27 |
| National Median | $25,286 | — | $26,083 | 1.03 |
Other Visual and Performing Arts Programs in New York
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across New York schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fordham University Bronx | $61,992 | $41,165 | $27,000 |
| Siena College Loudonville | $44,405 | $34,017 | $26,924 |
| SUNY at Purchase College Purchase | $8,953 | $22,024 | $27,000 |
| State University of New York at New Paltz New Paltz | $8,524 | $19,893 | $21,324 |
| SUNY Oneonta Oneonta | $8,812 | $19,135 | $24,250 |
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 The College of Westchester, approximately 67% 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 16 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.