Fine Arts at University of Southern Maine
Portland, ME · Public · Bachelor's Degree · Fine and Studio Arts
DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case) — assumes in-state tuition
29
Optimistic
28
Base Case
26
Pessimistic
Earnings
$21,058/yr (-17% vs median)
AI Risk
Moderate (36% exposed)
Job Market
Very Large (118,400 openings/yr)
ROI
11.6x earnings multiple (4.7x 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 | $508K | $507K | $473K |
| Earnings Multiple (In-State) | 11.6x | 11.6x | 10.8x |
| Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State) | 4.7x | 4.7x | 4.4x |
| Probability of Field Employment | 41% | 37% | 31% |
| DegreeOutlook Score | 29 | 28 | 26 |
10-Year Earnings Projection
*Year 1 uses actual reported earnings. Scenarios diverge as AI impact compounds over time.
4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)
$43,680
Out-of-state: $108,416 (4.7x ROI)
Median Debt at Graduation
$18,953
10.8 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$42,777
103% growth from Year 1
About University of Southern Maine
A 79% acceptance rate means University of Southern Maine is accessible to most applicants, a smaller institution with 4,245 students in Portland, ME.
See all programs and financial aid at University of Southern Maine →Top Career Paths
Art directors
$111,040/yr
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$99,800/yr
Art, drama, and music teachers, postsecondary
$80,190/yr
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the DegreeOutlook Score for Fine Arts at University of Southern Maine?
A score of 28/100 indicates below-average financial outcomes for Fine Arts. Earnings, ROI, or AI risk factors are pulling the score down.
Can you still earn well with Fine Arts from University of Southern Maine?
First-year earnings trail the national median, but starting salary isn't the full picture. Regional cost of living, career trajectory, and tuition cost all factor in. Check the five-year earnings data when available.
Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research.
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