Visual and Performing Arts at University of Cincinnati
Ranked 3rd of 3 doctoral (professional) programs in Visual and Performing Arts by 5-year earnings.
Salary trajectory
Median earnings vs the national median for Visual and Performing Arts (doctoral (professional)) graduates.
Graduates of University of Cincinnati's doctoral (professional) program in Visual and Performing Arts earn a median $48,908 one year after graduating, rising to $71,298 by year ten. Five years out, earnings run 2% below the national median of $65,634 for this field, ranking 3rd of 3 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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