Fine and Studio Arts at University of Minnesota-Duluth
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How University of Minnesota-Duluth graduates compare to all programs nationally
University of Minnesota-Duluth graduates earn $26k, placing them in the 55th percentile of all fine and studio arts bachelors 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 Minnesota
Fine and Studio Arts bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Minnesota (28 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Minnesota-Duluth | $25,660 | $31,772 | $27,000* | — |
| Minnesota State University-Mankato | $38,717 | $37,298 | $27,000* | 0.70 |
| Minnesota State University Moorhead | $30,521 | $33,601 | $27,000* | 0.88 |
| Saint Cloud State University | $30,051 | $45,346 | $31,000* | 1.03 |
| Concordia College at Moorhead | $29,986 | $42,321 | $27,000* | 0.90 |
| St Olaf College | $26,870 | — | $25,000* | 0.93 |
| National Median | $24,742 | — | $25,295* | 1.02 |
Other Fine and Studio Arts Programs in Minnesota
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Minnesota schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota State University-Mankato Mankato | $9,490 | $38,717 | $27,000 |
| Minnesota State University Moorhead Moorhead | $10,336 | $30,521 | $27,000 |
| Saint Cloud State University Saint Cloud | $10,117 | $30,051 | $31,000 |
| Concordia College at Moorhead Moorhead | $30,020 | $29,986 | $27,000 |
| St Olaf College Northfield | $56,970 | $26,870 | $25,000 |
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 Minnesota-Duluth, approximately 18% 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.