Fine Arts at Saginaw Valley State University
University Center, MI · Public · Bachelor's Degree · Fine and Studio Arts
DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case) — assumes in-state tuition
33
Optimistic
32
Base Case
28
Pessimistic
Earnings
$28,289/yr (11% vs median)
AI Risk
Moderate (36% exposed)
Job Market
Very Large (118,400 openings/yr)
ROI
8.8x earnings multiple (3.7x 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 | $424K | $430K | $410K |
| Earnings Multiple (In-State) | 8.7x | 8.8x | 8.4x |
| Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State) | 3.7x | 3.7x | 3.6x |
| Probability of Field Employment | 41% | 37% | 31% |
| DegreeOutlook Score | 33 | 32 | 28 |
10-Year Earnings Projection
*Year 1 uses actual reported earnings. Scenarios diverge as AI impact compounds over time.
4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)
$48,960
Out-of-state: $115,008 (3.7x ROI)
Reported Earnings (4 Year)
$23,773
Small cohort — data may not reflect typical outcomes
About Saginaw Valley State University
A 73% acceptance rate means Saginaw Valley State University is accessible to most applicants, with a mid-sized student body of 6,004 in University Center, MI.
See all programs and financial aid at Saginaw Valley State University →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 Saginaw Valley State University's Fine Arts program score?
This program scores 32/100 — on the lower end for Fine Arts. Prospective students should carefully weigh costs against likely earnings.
Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research.
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