Is Columbus College of Art & Design worth it?
Columbus College of Art & Design is a private nonprofit, four-year institution in Columbus, Ohio (large city). It awarded 217 degrees in 2024, most often in illustration; animation, interactive technology, video graphics; and commercial and advertising art.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$26,716
Median earnings 4 years after
$41,994
Median earnings 10 years after
$40,664
Average net price
$29,439
Completion rate
56%
Completions (2024)
217
Years to pay back
2.8 years
Students (undergrad)
882
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Design and Applied Arts | Bachelor's | $27,970 | $48,204 | 176 |
| Graphic Communications | Bachelor's | $20,110 | $33,389 | 62 |
| Fine and Studio Arts | Bachelor's | $25,751 | $32,061 | 31 |
| Film/Video and Photographic Arts | Bachelor's | $28,994 | $43,661 | 29 |
| Visual and Performing Arts, General | Master's | $27,543 | $35,887 | 18 |
| Crafts/Craft Design, Folk Art and Artisanry | Bachelor's | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Design and Applied Arts | Master's | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Illustration | Bachelor's | 78 |
| Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics, and Special Effects | Bachelor's | 40 |
| Commercial and Advertising Art | Bachelor's | 31 |
| Interior Design | Bachelor's | 12 |
| Fine/Studio Arts, General | Bachelor's | 12 |
| Fashion/Apparel Design | Bachelor's | 11 |
| Photography | Bachelor's | 9 |
| Game and Interactive Media Design | Bachelor's | 8 |
| Industrial and Product Design | Bachelor's | 7 |
| Cinematography and Film/Video Production | Bachelor's | 7 |
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