Compare 5 Drawing. programs in Iowa. Average earnings: $32,346.
While school rankings suggest predictable outcomes, Drawing tells a different story. Across 5 programs in Iowa, earnings range from $20,140 to $39,860—variation that tracks program quality, not overall school reputation.
University of Iowa's Drawing program leads with graduates earning $39,860, nearly double the state's lowest-performing program. Luther College follows closely at $39,699, while University of Northern Iowa delivers $33,793. This $19K spread between top and bottom demonstrates how program-specific factors drive outcomes.
High earnings create debt management challenges in Drawing. University of Iowa graduates borrow $22,500 with a 17.9% payment burden—manageable but requiring planning. Luther College students face a 21.6% burden, while Northern Iowa hits 24.1%. For Drawing majors, even the best programs demand careful financial consideration.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | University Of IowaPublic | $39,860 | 114 | $22,500 | Manageable | $27,975 | High |
| #2 | Luther CollegePrivate | $39,699 | 11 | $27,000 | Challenging | $40,923 | High |
| #3 | $33,793 | 23 | $19,691 | Challenging | $17,670 | High | |
| #4 | Coe CollegePrivate | $28,236 | 10 | $27,000 | High | $30,674 | High |
| #5 | Grinnell CollegePrivate | $20,140 | 12 | $17,500 | High | $36,324 | 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 →
