Compare 9 Drawing. programs in South Carolina. Average earnings: $30,690.
While school rankings suggest predictable outcomes, Drawing tells a different story. Across 9 programs in South Carolina, earnings range from $26,739 to $35,183—variation that tracks program quality, not overall school reputation.
College of Charleston's Drawing program leads with graduates earning $35,183, well above the state average of $30,690. Winthrop University follows at $33,217, while USC-Columbia reaches $32,724. These public institutions demonstrate that strong outcomes aren't limited to prestigious names.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters significantly in this field. College of Charleston graduates face a 25.3% payment burden despite leading in earnings, categorized as 'High burden.' All top programs require careful financial planning, as loan payments consume substantial portions of the modest discretionary income typical for Drawing careers.
Highest program earnings: $35,183
Strong outcomes with 72% acceptance
25.3% payment burden | High burden - payment over 25% of discretionary
56.8% family burden | High burden - payment over 25% of discretionary
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | College Of CharlestonPublic | $35,183 | 55 | $23,250 | High | $35,971 | High |
| #2 | Winthrop UniversityPublic | $33,217 | 36 | $26,975 | High | $23,888 | High |
| #3 | $32,724 | 61 | $21,500 | High | $31,393 | High | |
| #4 | $32,081 | 22 | $22,310 | High | $14,836 | High | |
| #5 | Clemson UniversityPublic | $30,278 | 16 | $21,500 | High | $35,463 | High |
| #6 | $29,881 | 16 | $24,275 | High | $15,976 | High | |
| #7 | Lander UniversityPublic | $28,680 | 19 | $25,000 | High | $16,919 | High |
| #8 | $27,427 | 26 | $23,750 | High | $35,414 | High | |
| #9 | Anderson UniversityPrivate | $26,739 | 10 | $26,700 | High | $22,081 | 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 →
