Program Analysis
While the career paths listed show a wide range of possibilities, the earnings data suggests many Webster graduates enter the more traditional, production-focused side of the graphic arts industry. Saint Louis has a solid market for this work, but it's not a major media hub like New York or Los Angeles, which can temper salary growth, especially early in your career. The program's emphasis may be more on the technical craft of print and publishing rather than the high-demand, high-salary niches of UX/UI or digital product design that drive up averages at other schools. To maximize your investment here, you'll need to be aggressive. Your key action is to seek out internships and freelance projects specifically in digital marketing, web design, or motion graphics to build a portfolio that competes for higher-paying roles beyond the local print market.