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49.2%Acceptance
$34,215Tuition
302Students
67%Grad Rate (6-yr)
$114,785Earnings
#12 in CaliforniaPrivate forprofit4-yearSAT/ACT Test BlindData: 2023-24

Student Outcomes

Graduation Rate (6-year)
66.7%
Retention Rate
88.0%
Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
$114,785
Median Debt at Graduation
$28,332
Student-to-Faculty Ratio
10:1
Loan Repayment Rate
75.0%
Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
$300/mo

Earnings by Major

Top programs ranked by median earnings

Earnings and debt by program
Program Level Median Earnings Median Debt
Design and Applied Arts. Certificate $64,493 $34,416

Outcomes Overview

Gnomon graduates enter the entertainment industry with strong earning potential but significant debt burdens. The median debt of $28,332 creates a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.25, meaning graduates owe about 25 cents for every dollar they earn in their first year. Monthly loan payments of $300 consume roughly 4.7% of median first-year income of $76,245. Within five years, earnings jump to $102,393, and by ten years, graduates earn $114,785 median salary. The 96.4% employment rate reflects strong industry demand for visual effects and gaming talent. Despite high upfront costs, the specialized training leads to lucrative careers at studios like Pixar, Marvel, and major game developers. Strong return on investment.