Fine and Studio Arts at William & Mary
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How William & Mary graduates compare to all programs nationally
William & Mary graduates earn $30k, placing them in the 78th percentile of all fine and studio arts bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Virginia
Fine and Studio Arts bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Virginia (31 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| William & Mary | $29,752 | — | — | — |
| Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University | $36,927 | $42,596 | $26,323 | 0.71 |
| James Madison University | $33,501 | $46,476 | $23,001 | 0.69 |
| Old Dominion University | $27,535 | $36,166 | $31,000 | 1.13 |
| University of Mary Washington | $24,013 | $38,627 | $23,250 | 0.97 |
| University of Virginia-Main Campus | $23,372 | $44,659 | $19,500 | 0.83 |
| National Median | $24,742 | — | $25,295 | 1.02 |
Other Fine and Studio Arts Programs in Virginia
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Virginia schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Blacksburg | $15,478 | $36,927 | $26,323 |
| James Madison University Harrisonburg | $13,576 | $33,501 | $23,001 |
| Old Dominion University Norfolk | $12,262 | $27,535 | $31,000 |
| University of Mary Washington Fredericksburg | $14,559 | $24,013 | $23,250 |
| University of Virginia-Main Campus Charlottesville | $20,986 | $23,372 | $19,500 |
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 William & Mary, approximately 12% 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 16 graduates with reported earnings and 17 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.