Visual and Performing Arts at Millikin University
Decatur, IL · Bachelor's Degree · about 11 graduates a year
Millikin University graduates in visual and performing arts earn 8% less than the national median for the same major four years after graduating. Their median federal debt equals about 59% of one year’s pay at that point.
How Millikin University Compares for Visual and Performing Arts
All 10 colleges reporting visual and performing arts earnings at this degree level, ranked by median pay four years after graduation. “Wage-adjusted” divides pay by the square root of the state’s wage index so colleges in low-wage states aren’t penalized for local pay.
| # | College | 4 yrs after | Wage-adjusted | Adj. rank | 1 yr after |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of California-San Diego La Jolla, CA | $64,822 | $58,984 | #1 | $34,401 |
| 2 | University of South Florida Tampa, FL | $53,756 | $57,216 | #2 | — |
| 3 | SUNY at Purchase College Purchase, NY | $53,100 | $50,540 | #5 | $31,175 |
| 4 | Portland State University Portland, OR | $51,248 | $51,550 | #3 | — |
| 5 | Illinois State University Normal, IL | $49,774 | $48,903 | #6 | $24,384 |
| 6 | Columbia University in the City of New York New York, NY | $46,535 | $44,292 | #7 | — |
| 7 | New York University New York, NY | $45,991 | $43,774 | #8 | $28,990 |
| 8 | Clemson University Clemson, SC | $45,735 | $50,713 | #4 | $24,229 |
| 9 | Millikin University Decatur, IL | $43,858 | $43,090 | #9 | $22,815 |
| 10 | Berklee College of Music Boston, MA | $37,117 | $32,685 | #10 | $13,771 |
Other Majors at Millikin University by Graduate Pay
| Major | 4 yrs after | 1 yr after | Rank in major |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | $82,200 | $71,848 | #640 of 966 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $71,489 | $46,431 | #327 of 1176 |
| Marketing | $71,399 | — | #168 of 516 |
| Management Information Systems and Services | $70,837 | — | #133 of 166 |
| Biology | $64,834 | — | #198 of 841 |
| Accounting and Related Services | $60,804 | $51,680 | #700 of 796 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | $52,910 | $43,936 | #123 of 345 |
| Social Work | $52,870 | $41,543 | #182 of 420 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | $48,665 | $26,065 | #451 of 610 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | $45,797 | $43,331 | #453 of 680 |
| Communication and Media Studies | $45,444 | $35,413 | #552 of 660 |
| Music | $43,388 | $21,138 | #135 of 268 |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft | $38,666 | $24,013 | #155 of 255 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do Millikin University visual and performing arts graduates make?
Graduates earn a median $22,815 one year after graduating and $43,858 four years after graduating. Figures are from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How does Millikin University rank for visual and performing arts?
Among 10 colleges reporting earnings for visual and performing arts graduates, Millikin University ranks #9 by median pay four years after graduation, and #9 after adjusting for state wage levels.
Is visual and performing arts at Millikin University worth it?
Its graduates earn 8% less than the national median for visual and performing arts ($47,629), and the median federal debt at graduation is $26,000.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are medians for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled; programs with few graduates are not reported. Wage adjustment uses Census ACS state median household income.