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Fine and Studio Arts at University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth

North Dartmouth, MA · Public · Bachelor's Degree

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

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $23,214/yr (-9% vs median)

AI Risk Moderate (36% exposed)

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

ROI 6.7x earnings multiple (3.2x out-of-state)

Ranked #256 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	$400K	$408K	$392K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	6.6x	6.7x	6.4x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	3.1x	3.2x	3.1x
Probability of Field Employment	41%	37%	31%
DegreeOutlook Score	27	27	24

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$60,832

Out-of-state: $127,000 (3.2x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$82,420

-35% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$26,000

13.4 months of Year 1 earnings

Program Analysis

At $23,214/yr, Fine and Studio Arts graduates from University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth land near the $25,391 national average — neither a standout nor a red flag.

A 6.7x earnings multiple over ten years puts this program in solid financial territory. Tuition is well-justified by projected earnings.

The 2% 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 1.1x debt-to-first-year-earnings ratio, loan repayment extends well beyond graduation. Financial aid and income-driven plans become important considerations.

A #256 ranking among 385 Fine and Studio Arts programs places University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

About University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth

With 92% of applicants admitted, University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth prioritizes broad access, with a mid-sized student body of 5,289 in North Dartmouth, MA.

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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 27/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Fine and Studio Arts at University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth?

At 27/100, 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 University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth?

At $26,000 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 →