Fine Arts at Indiana University-Southeast
New Albany, IN · Public · Bachelor's Degree · Fine and Studio Arts
DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case) — assumes in-state tuition
37
Optimistic
37
Base Case
32
Pessimistic
Earnings
$31,194/yr (23% vs median)
AI Risk
Moderate (36% exposed)
Job Market
Very Large (118,400 openings/yr)
ROI
13.5x earnings multiple (5.0x out-of-state)
How AI Changes the Outlook
Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to Fine Arts graduates.
| Optimistic No Disruption |
Base Case Gradual AI |
Pessimistic Aggressive AI |
|
|---|---|---|---|
| 10-Year Earnings | $437K | $442K | $420K |
| Earnings Multiple (In-State) | 13.4x | 13.5x | 12.8x |
| Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State) | 5.0x | 5.0x | 4.8x |
| Probability of Field Employment | 41% | 37% | 31% |
| DegreeOutlook Score | 37 | 37 | 32 |
10-Year Earnings Projection
*Year 1 uses actual reported earnings. Scenarios diverge as AI impact compounds over time.
4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)
$32,716
Out-of-state: $88,172 (5.0x ROI)
Median Debt at Graduation
$18,092
7.0 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (4 Year)
$26,915
Small cohort — data may not reflect typical outcomes
About Indiana University-Southeast
A 83% acceptance rate means Indiana University-Southeast is accessible to most applicants, a compact campus enrolling 3,088 students in New Albany, IN.
See all programs and financial aid at Indiana University-Southeast →Top Career Paths
Art directors
$111,040/yr
Special effects artists and animators
$99,800/yr
Art, drama, and music teachers, postsecondary
$80,190/yr
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Frequently Asked Questions
How does Indiana University-Southeast's Fine Arts program score?
This program scores 37/100 — on the lower end for Fine Arts. Prospective students should carefully weigh costs against likely earnings.
Why does Indiana University-Southeast rank so high for Fine Arts?
The #44 ranking out of 385 programs is driven by strong financial outcomes — graduates earn well, debt is manageable relative to income, and the job market supports the field.
Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research.
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