Best colleges for Fine and Studio Arts in California
Program-level earnings — not school prestige — rank these. Among the California programs in the federal field-of-study file, University of Southern California leads: its Fine and Studio Arts graduates earn a median $72,428 four years after finishing, against the field's $41,367 national median. (Scorecard field-of-study, 2026.)
| # | College | Grad earnings, 4 yrs | Vs field median |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Southern California | $72,428 | +$31,061 |
| 2 | California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo | $59,721 | +$18,354 |
| 3 | Loyola Marymount University | $58,468 | +$17,101 |
Frequently asked questions
Which California college is best for Fine and Studio Arts?
By graduate earnings, University of Southern California — its Fine and Studio Arts bachelor's graduates earn a median $72,428 four years out, the highest of the 3 California programs in the federal file.
What do Fine and Studio Arts graduates earn in California?
Across the ranked California programs, median earnings four years after completion run from $58,468 to $72,428. The field's national median is $41,367.
Is a Fine and Studio Arts degree worth it?
On national medians the field sits at or below the $48,360 high-school baseline — the specific school and role decide whether it pays. The programs ranked here are the state's strongest.