Compare 13 Drawing. programs in Georgia. Average earnings: $30,606.
Drawing programs produce graduates earning between $16,663 and $41,747—a $25K spread that demonstrates why program selection matters independently of school prestige. Across 13 ranked programs in Georgia, outcomes vary based on program quality, not institutional reputation.
At the top, University of Georgia produces Drawing graduates earning $41,747, well above the state average of $30,606. University of West Georgia follows at $39,917, while Georgia State University reaches $36,324—proof that program-level factors drive outcomes more than overall school rankings.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. University of Georgia graduates borrow $18,500 and face a 13.2% payment burden, landing in the 'Manageable' category. However, when parent loans are included, all top programs show concerning family burdens above 30%, requiring careful financial planning.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | University Of GeorgiaPublic | $41,747 | 126 | $18,500 | Manageable | $20,855 | High |
| #2 | $39,917 | 42 | $23,970 | Challenging | $15,047 | High | |
| #3 | Georgia State UniversityPublic | $36,324 | 142 | $20,903 | Challenging | $14,837 | High |
| #4 | $35,178 | 53 | $23,833 | High | $19,000 | High | |
| #5 | $34,740 | 31 | $22,250 | High | $15,753 | High | |
| #6 | $34,193 | 130 | $25,148 | High | $99,784 | High | |
| #7 | $29,486 | 44 | $23,250 | High | $16,000 | High | |
| #8 | Clark Atlanta UniversityPrivate | $28,287 | 10 | $27,000 | High | $61,803 | High |
| #9 | $27,436 | 34 | $26,000 | High | $13,815 | High | |
| #10 | $26,065 | 38 | $17,750 | High | $12,100 | High | |
| #11 | $24,977 | 24 | $24,779 | High | $19,136 | High | |
| #12 | Oglethorpe UniversityPrivate | $22,866 | 22 | $25,000 | High | $39,463 | High |
| #13 | Augusta UniversityPublic | $16,663 | 17 | $20,500 | High | $15,568 | 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 →
