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Art Center College of Design

Private nonprofit Pasadena, CA · Urban · Far West · 93% data reported · Agent Insights
81%
Graduation Rate
$71,958
Earnings (10yr)
$48,661
Net Price
75%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

Art Center College of Design has an impressive graduation rate of 81%. This statistic highlights the school's commitment to helping students complete their degrees, which is vital for future job prospects and overall success.

The earnings potential for graduates is notable, with a 10-year earnings average of $71,958. This figure indicates that students who complete their education at Art Center can expect to see a strong return on their investment. However, with a median debt of $31,000, students should weigh the cost against potential earnings carefully.

The net price of attendance stands at $48,661, making it important for students to consider financial aid options. While 22% of students receive Pell Grants, those who thrive here are typically dedicated to their craft in visual and performing arts or computer science and IT. Students who are passionate and driven will likely find a supportive environment to develop their skills and achieve their career goals.

Rankings

How Art Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation81%Earnings 10yr$72KNet Price$49KRetention86%Median Debt$31KPell Grant Rate22%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$40K$0-30K$42K$30-48K$45K$48-75K$61K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%1490.9%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%3067.8%MOBILITY457.37%

Cost & Financial Aid

$54,170
In-State Tuition
$54,170
Out-of-State
$48,661
Avg Net Price
$31,000
Median Debt
22%
Pell Grant Rate
33%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$39,645
Family Income $0–$30K
$42,161
Family Income $30K–$48K
$44,738
Family Income $48K–$75K
$61,144
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$53,562
6 Years After Entry
$58,753
8 Years
$71,958
10 Years
0.43x
Debt-to-Earnings
65%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$53,562 6yr $58,753 8yr $71,958 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

457.37%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
3067.8%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
1490.9%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$84,800
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.82
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.00
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
3.7%
Volunteering Rate
0.99
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 75%
Retention Rate 86%
Full-Time Faculty 19%
Faculty Salary (mo) $9,383
Diversity Index 0.69
First-Gen Students 24%

Top Programs

Visual & Performing Arts 53%
Computer Science & IT 5%

Quick Facts

Setting Urban
Region Far West
Accreditor Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission
Predominant Degree Bachelor's

Student Body

Female
55%
White
10%
Hispanic
9%
Black
1%
Asian
30%

Data Sources

U.S. Dept of Education College Scorecard

Opportunity Insights Mobility Report Card

Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

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