Visual & Performing Arts at The College of Westchester
White Plains, NY · Private for-profit · Bachelor's Degree · Visual and Performing Arts, General
DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case)
18
Optimistic
18
Base Case
16
Pessimistic
Earnings
$20,163/yr (-21% vs median)
AI Risk
High (38% exposed)
Job Market
Large (63,400 openings/yr)
ROI
4.0x earnings multiple
How AI Changes the Outlook
Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to Visual & Performing Arts graduates.
| Optimistic No Disruption |
Base Case Gradual AI |
Pessimistic Aggressive AI |
|
|---|---|---|---|
| 10-Year Earnings | $386K | $396K | $382K |
| Earnings Multiple | 3.9x | 4.0x | 3.9x |
| Probability of Field Employment | 41% | 37% | 30% |
| DegreeOutlook Score | 18 | 18 | 16 |
10-Year Earnings Projection
*Year 1 uses actual reported earnings. Scenarios diverge as AI impact compounds over time.
4-Year Tuition (Sticker)
$98,820
About The College of Westchester
With 95% of applicants admitted, The College of Westchester prioritizes broad access, with a smaller student body of 760 in White Plains, NY. With 67% of students on Pell Grants, the campus draws from a broad economic spectrum.
See all programs and financial aid at The College of Westchester →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 The College of Westchester's Visual & Performing Arts program score?
This program scores 18/100 — on the lower end for Visual & Performing Arts. Prospective students should carefully weigh costs against likely earnings.
How vulnerable is Visual & Performing Arts to AI automation?
AI won't 'replace' Visual & Performing Arts careers outright, but it is likely to reduce the number of job openings. We model 38% task exposure, which compresses field employment probability in our scenarios.
Why are Visual & Performing Arts earnings lower at The College of Westchester?
Lower starting pay at The College of Westchester may reflect local labor market conditions rather than program quality. Many graduates see convergence with national averages within 3-5 years.
Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research.
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