Cranbrook Academy of Art
Bloomfield Hills, Michigan · Private, nonprofit
All 2 programs with reported earnings leave graduates out-earning a typical Michigan high-school graduate (about $34,809/yr). Another 3 programs did not have enough data to judge.
Program earnings vs a high-school graduate
| Program | Credential | Median earnings | vs HS grad | Verdict | Median debt | Payback |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fine and Studio Arts | Master's Degree | $42,189 | +$7,380 | clears the bar | $69,760 | 9.5 yrs |
| Design and Applied Arts | Master's Degree | $38,290 | +$3,481 | clears the bar | $63,500 | 18.2 yrs |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (release 2026-06-10). Earnings are median earnings of graduates measured up to four years after completing, compared to the state high-school-graduate earnings threshold. Figures describe past graduates and are never a promise. Method: methodology. Something look wrong? Report it.