Compare 5 Illustration. programs in Connecticut. Average earnings: $38,126.
With top graduates earning $50,565, Illustration stands out as a field where program choice matters more than school name. The gap between the best and median programs exceeds $12K—proof that evaluating programs individually beats relying on institutional prestige.
Central Connecticut State University's Illustration program leads with graduates earning $50,565, well above the $38,126 average across Connecticut's 5 programs. University of Bridgeport follows at $44,774, while University of Hartford produces graduates earning $39,266—demonstrating that program outcomes vary significantly even within the same state.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. Central Connecticut State graduates borrow $22,300 and face just a 10.9% payment burden, landing in the 'Good' category. University of Hartford students face a 22.2% burden despite similar earnings, proving that the best choice depends on total cost of attendance.
Highest program earnings: $50,565
Strong outcomes with 76% acceptance
10.9% payment burden | Good
22.0% family burden | Challenging
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $50,565 | 28 | $22,300 | Good | $19,642 | Challenging | |
| #2 | University Of BridgeportPrivate | $44,774 | 52 | $25,750 | Manageable | $22,931 | High |
| #3 | University Of HartfordPrivate | $39,266 | 42 | $27,000 | Challenging | $44,000 | High |
| #4 | Quinnipiac UniversityPrivate | $35,884 | 35 | $26,000 | High | $64,334 | High |
| #5 | University Of New HavenPrivate | $20,140 | 24 | $27,000 | High | $54,414 | 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 →
