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Arts & Media Management at Wagner College

Staten Island, NY · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's Degree · Arts, Entertainment,and Media Management

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case)

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $29,010/yr (2% vs median)

AI Risk High (52% exposed)

Job Market Very Large (135,000 openings/yr)

ROI 2.6x earnings multiple

Ranked #34 of 43 Arts, Entertainment,and Media Management programs

How AI Changes the Outlook

Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to Arts & Media Management graduates.

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$559K	$551K	$500K
Earnings Multiple	2.7x	2.6x	2.4x
Probability of Field Employment	36%	32%	23%
DegreeOutlook Score	29	29	19

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition (Sticker)

$208,000

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$110,932

47% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$27,000

11.2 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$55,875

93% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

At $29,010/yr, Arts & Media Management graduates from Wagner College land near the $28,555 national average — neither a standout nor a red flag.

At 2.6x tuition cost, the financial math is tight. Decade earnings don't dramatically exceed what you paid, making school choice and aid packages critical.

The 10% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Arts & Media Management career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

At $27,000 against $29,010/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

A #34 ranking among 43 Arts & Media Management programs places Wagner College in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

The $29,010-to-$55,875 earnings arc over five years reflects a 93% gain — well above average career growth for recent graduates.

About Wagner College

With 83% of applicants admitted, Wagner College prioritizes broad access, a compact campus enrolling 1,579 students in Staten Island, NY. After financial aid, the average student pays $110,932 over four years — 47% below sticker price.

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Top Career Paths

Managers, all other $136,550/yr

Agents and business managers of artists, performers, and athletes $96,310/yr

Producers and directors $83,480/yr

View all 5 career paths with salary ranges and AI risk →

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 29/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Arts & Media Management at Wagner College?

At 29/100, the financial outlook is modest. Higher-scoring Arts & Media Management programs exist, though non-financial factors may justify this choice.

Should I worry about AI if I study Arts & Media Management at Wagner College?

The 52% AI task exposure score is above average. Our model shows this affecting job availability more than salaries — graduates may face stiffer competition for fewer positions.

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