Visual and Performing Arts, Other at Western Illinois University
Ranked 6th of 6 bachelor's programs in Visual and Performing Arts, Other by 5-year earnings.
Salary trajectory
Median earnings vs the national median for Visual and Performing Arts, Other (bachelor's) graduates.
Graduates of Western Illinois University's bachelor's program in Visual and Performing Arts, Other earn a median $24,465 one year after graduating, rising to $38,771 by year five. Five years out, earnings run 22% below the national median of $49,582 for this field, ranking 6th of 6 reporting programs.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau PSEO, release V4.13.0 2025Q4. Earnings are for graduates working in covered states; figures are medians in nominal dollars.
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