Fine Arts at University of Montevallo
Montevallo, AL · Public · Bachelor's Degree · Fine and Studio Arts
DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case) — assumes in-state tuition
26
Optimistic
26
Base Case
23
Pessimistic
Earnings
$25,150/yr (-1% vs median)
AI Risk
Moderate (36% exposed)
Job Market
Very Large (118,400 openings/yr)
ROI
8.2x earnings multiple (4.2x 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 | $446K | $450K | $427K |
| Earnings Multiple (In-State) | 8.1x | 8.2x | 7.8x |
| Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State) | 4.2x | 4.2x | 4.0x |
| Probability of Field Employment | 41% | 37% | 31% |
| DegreeOutlook Score | 26 | 26 | 23 |
10-Year Earnings Projection
*Year 1 uses actual reported earnings. Scenarios diverge as AI impact compounds over time.
4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)
$54,840
Out-of-state: $106,920 (4.2x ROI)
Median Debt at Graduation
$26,000
12.4 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$35,254
40% growth from Year 1
About University of Montevallo
University of Montevallo's 54% acceptance rate reflects moderate selectivity, a compact campus enrolling 2,087 students in Montevallo, AL.
See all programs and financial aid at University of Montevallo →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 University of Montevallo's Fine Arts program score?
This program scores 26/100 — on the lower end for Fine Arts. Prospective students should carefully weigh costs against likely earnings.
Do University of Montevallo Fine Arts graduates earn enough to justify the loans?
The debt-to-income ratio of 1.0x suggests an extended repayment window. Whether it's 'worth it' depends on career trajectory, not just first-year pay.
Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research.
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