Compare 14 Drawing. programs in Wisconsin. Average earnings: $32,825.
Drawing programs produce graduates earning between $20,140 and $43,436—a $23K spread that demonstrates why program selection matters independently of school prestige. Across 14 ranked programs in Wisconsin, outcomes vary based on program quality, not institutional reputation.
The University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire's Drawing program leads with graduates earning $43,436, well above the state average of $32,825. What's striking is how this regional campus outperforms the flagship Madison campus ($39,953) by nearly $3,500—clear evidence that program strength doesn't follow traditional school hierarchies.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. UW-Eau Claire graduates borrow $20,909 and face a 13.7% payment burden, landing in the 'Manageable' category. While Madison offers lower net prices, parent borrowing pushes family debt higher, proving the best choice depends on financing strategy.
Highest program earnings: $43,436
Strong outcomes with 76% acceptance
13.7% payment burden | Manageable
23.1% family burden | Challenging
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $43,436 | 45 | $20,909 | Manageable | $12,452 | Challenging | |
| #2 | $39,953 | 82 | $20,484 | Manageable | $28,364 | High | |
| #3 | $39,741 | 34 | $23,188 | Challenging | $18,635 | High | |
| #4 | $37,460 | 5 | $21,977 | Challenging | $15,000 | High | |
| #5 | $36,911 | 126 | $23,000 | Challenging | $16,149 | High | |
| #6 | $35,137 | 24 | $21,500 | Challenging | $13,500 | High | |
| #7 | $32,602 | 14 | $18,500 | High | $13,480 | High | |
| #8 | $32,228 | 29 | $20,500 | High | $14,500 | High | |
| #9 | $31,065 | 43 | $21,503 | High | $14,012 | High | |
| #10 | $30,077 | 12 | $23,000 | High | $11,000 | High | |
| #11 | $28,536 | 24 | $22,500 | High | $16,958 | High | |
| #12 | $27,840 | 29 | $27,000 | High | $37,230 | High | |
| #13 | Lawrence UniversityPrivate | $24,421 | 19 | $26,000 | High | $59,814 | High |
| #14 | Beloit CollegePrivate | $20,140 | 7 | $25,738 | High | $32,004 | 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 →
