Compare 10 Drawing. programs in Alabama. Average earnings: $31,795.
While school rankings suggest predictable outcomes, Drawing tells a different story. Across 10 programs in Alabama, earnings range from $21,052 to $38,492—variation that tracks program quality, not overall school reputation.
Troy University's Drawing program leads with graduates earning $38,492, well above the $31,795 state average. The University of Alabama follows at $36,075, while UAH rounds out the top three at $35,123. Despite Troy's 93% acceptance rate versus Alabama's 76%, Troy delivers the strongest outcomes.
High earnings don't guarantee affordability. Troy University graduates borrow $25,000 in student loans, creating a 21.5% payment burden—challenging but manageable. When parent loans are included, the family burden jumps to 35.2%, highlighting how financing choices impact the true cost of any program.
Highest program earnings: $38,492
Strong outcomes with 93% acceptance
21.5% payment burden | Challenging - payment 18-25% of discretionary
35.2% family burden | High burden - payment over 25% of discretionary
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Troy UniversityPublic | $38,492 | 32 | $25,000 | Challenging | $13,842 | High |
| #2 | $36,075 | 49 | $22,750 | Challenging | $48,666 | High | |
| #3 | $35,123 | 36 | $20,705 | Challenging | $20,297 | High | |
| #4 | $34,829 | 42 | $22,300 | Challenging | $20,498 | High | |
| #5 | Auburn UniversityPublic | $31,845 | 21 | $21,000 | High | $43,605 | High |
| #6 | $31,418 | 34 | $24,929 | High | $26,683 | High | |
| #7 | $31,069 | 27 | $22,189 | High | $13,672 | High | |
| #8 | University Of MontevalloPublic | $30,017 | 45 | $24,000 | High | $23,233 | High |
| #9 | $28,032 | 18 | $25,000 | High | $11,809 | High | |
| #10 | $21,052 | 14 | $22,077 | High | $18,000 | 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 →
