Fine Arts at Youngstown State University
Youngstown, OH · Public · Bachelor's Degree · Fine and Studio Arts
DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case) — assumes in-state tuition
32
Optimistic
32
Base Case
27
Pessimistic
Earnings
$29,203/yr (15% vs median)
AI Risk
Moderate (36% exposed)
Job Market
Very Large (118,400 openings/yr)
ROI
10.7x earnings multiple (10.3x 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 | $458K | $461K | $435K |
| Earnings Multiple (In-State) | 10.6x | 10.7x | 10.1x |
| Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State) | 10.3x | 10.3x | 9.8x |
| Probability of Field Employment | 41% | 37% | 31% |
| DegreeOutlook Score | 32 | 32 | 27 |
10-Year Earnings Projection
*Year 1 uses actual reported earnings. Scenarios diverge as AI impact compounds over time.
4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)
$43,164
Out-of-state: $44,604 (10.3x ROI)
Median Debt at Graduation
$29,175
12.0 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$38,528
32% growth from Year 1
About Youngstown State University
Youngstown State University has a 80% acceptance rate, making it broadly accessible, enrolling 7,340 students in Youngstown, OH.
See all programs and financial aid at Youngstown State University →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 is the DegreeOutlook Score for Fine Arts at Youngstown State University?
A score of 32/100 indicates below-average financial outcomes for Fine Arts. Earnings, ROI, or AI risk factors are pulling the score down.
Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research.
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