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Best Fine and Studio Arts Schools in California
Top Fine and Studio Arts programs in California ranked by national standing and graduate earnings -- updated 2026.
Programs listed: 29
Avg major earnings: $42,340
Top Fine and Studio Arts Programs in California
Nationally ranked schools appear first. Earnings reflect graduates of this specific major.
| # | School | 4yr Earnings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | UCLA #6 national | $42,938 |
| 2 | USC #26 national | $53,102 |
| 3 | UC Berkeley #36 national | $46,596 |
| 4 | UC Davis #40 national | $38,058 |
| 5 | UC Irvine #47 national | $36,977 |
| 6 | Cal Poly SLO #52 national | $67,430 |
| 7 | UC San Diego #57 national | $43,657 |
| 8 | UC Santa Cruz #99 national | $33,474 |
| 9 | San Diego State University #123 national | $23,720 |
| 10 | California State University-Long Beach #125 national | $37,445 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Excludes for-profit institutions.
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