Fine and Studio Arts at University of Denver
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How University of Denver graduates compare to all programs nationally
University of Denver graduates earn $29k, placing them in the 74th percentile of all fine and studio arts bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Colorado
Fine and Studio Arts bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Colorado (15 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Denver | $28,964 | — | — | — |
| University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus | $31,144 | $44,742 | $25,490 | 0.82 |
| University of Northern Colorado | $30,663 | $41,413 | $25,000 | 0.82 |
| Colorado State University-Fort Collins | $30,143 | $35,803 | $21,500 | 0.71 |
| Colorado Mesa University | $27,136 | $33,389 | — | — |
| Metropolitan State University of Denver | $26,102 | $41,899 | $31,000 | 1.19 |
| National Median | $24,742 | — | $25,295 | 1.02 |
Other Fine and Studio Arts Programs in Colorado
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Colorado schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus Denver | $10,017 | $31,144 | $25,490 |
| University of Northern Colorado Greeley | $12,010 | $30,663 | $25,000 |
| Colorado State University-Fort Collins Fort Collins | $12,896 | $30,143 | $21,500 |
| Colorado Mesa University Grand Junction | $9,712 | $27,136 | — |
| Metropolitan State University of Denver Denver | $10,780 | $26,102 | $31,000 |
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 University of Denver, approximately 15% 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 19 graduates with reported earnings and 17 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.