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Fine and Studio Arts at The University of Texas at San Antonio

San Antonio, TX · Public · Bachelor's Degree

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case) — assumes in-state tuition

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $23,551/yr (-7% vs median)

AI Risk Moderate (36% exposed)

Job Market Very Large (118,400 openings/yr)

ROI 12.8x earnings multiple (5.2x out-of-state)

Ranked #242 of 385 Fine and Studio Arts programs

How AI Changes the Outlook

Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to Fine and Studio Arts graduates.

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$456K	$459K	$434K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	12.7x	12.8x	12.1x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	5.2x	5.2x	4.9x
Probability of Field Employment	41%	37%	31%
DegreeOutlook Score	29	28	25

10-Year Earnings Projection

*Year 1 uses actual reported earnings. Scenarios diverge as AI impact compounds over time.

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$35,964

Out-of-state: $87,860 (5.2x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$44,936

-25% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$24,625

12.5 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$36,394

55% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

Graduates earn $23,551/yr, roughly in line with the $25,391 national median for Fine and Studio Arts. The value proposition here depends on cost, not earnings.

With a 12.8x return on in-state tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The 5% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Fine and Studio Arts career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

At a 1.0x debt-to-first-year-earnings ratio, loan repayment extends well beyond graduation. Financial aid and income-driven plans become important considerations.

A #242 ranking among 385 Fine and Studio Arts programs places The University of Texas at San Antonio in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

The $23,551-to-$36,394 earnings arc over five years reflects a 55% gain — well above average career growth for recent graduates.

About The University of Texas at San Antonio

The University of Texas at San Antonio accepts 88% of applicants — an open-access institution by design, one of the larger campuses at 29,675 students in San Antonio, TX. With 42% of students on Pell Grants, the campus draws from a broad economic spectrum.

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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

What does a 28/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Fine and Studio Arts at The University of Texas at San Antonio?

At 28/100, the financial outlook is modest. Higher-scoring Fine and Studio Arts programs exist, though non-financial factors may justify this choice.

What's the payoff timeline for a Fine and Studio Arts degree from The University of Texas at San Antonio?

At $24,625 in median debt, graduates carry 13 months of starting salary in loans. Income-driven repayment plans may be relevant for many borrowers.

Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research. See full methodology →