Compare 5 Digital Arts. programs in Virginia. Average earnings: $32,880.
The highest-earning Digital Arts program isn't at the most prestigious school. With a $25K earnings gap across 5 programs, the data confirms: program-level factors drive outcomes more than institutional brand.
George Mason University's Digital Arts program leads with graduates earning $47,021—well above the $32,880 average. Longwood University follows at $40,954, while Christopher Newport produces graduates earning $31,884. This variation highlights how program quality, not university reputation, determines career outcomes.
Highest program earnings: $47,021
Strong outcomes with 88.8% acceptance
10.9% payment burden | Good - payment 8-12% of discretionary
27.2% family burden | High burden - payment over 25% of discretionary
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | George Mason UniversityPublic | $47,021 | 85 | $19,500 | Good | $25,142 | High |
| #2 | Longwood UniversityPublic | $40,954 | 23 | $25,000 | Challenging | $36,395 | High |
| #3 | $31,884 | 34 | $25,000 | High | $44,122 | High | |
| #4 | $22,578 | 22 | $20,500 | High | $26,240 | High | |
| #5 | $21,964 | 6 | $26,500 | High | $22,181 | High |
Our program rankings answer: "Which schools have the best outcomes for graduates of this specific major?"
Unlike traditional rankings that measure overall school quality, these rankings focus on program-level outcomes. A school that's #200 overall might have a top-10 nursing program — and that matters if you're studying nursing.
Data based on 2024-2025 Dept of Education reporting standards. Learn about our methodology →
