Pratt Institute-Main
NY · Private · 99% graduation rate
ROI by Major
Debt and earnings data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. ROI grades compare median student debt at graduation to earnings 1 and 5 years after completion, adjusted for NCES IPEDS graduation rates.
| Major | Median Debt | Year 1 Earnings | Year 5 Earnings | ROI Grade | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Architectural Sciences and Technology | $26K | $58K | $78K | C | BUY |
| Cultural Studies/Critical Theory and Analysis | $26K | $52K | $72K | C | CAUTION |
| Graphic Communications | $26K | $48K | $65K | C | CAUTION |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies | $27K | $48K | $64K | C | CAUTION |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | $26K | $45K | $60K | D | CAUTION |
| Design and Applied Arts | $27K | $42K | $57K | D | CAUTION |
| Fine and Studio Arts | $27K | $42K | $57K | D | CAUTION |
| Film/Video and Photographic Arts | $27K | $42K | $57K | D | CAUTION |
Frequently Asked Questions
It depends on your major. The highest-ROI major at Pratt Institute-Main earns a grade of C, with median debt of $26K and year-5 earnings of $78K. Compare debt-to-earnings ratios across majors before deciding.
Pratt Institute-Main has a 99% graduation rate. A higher graduation rate generally correlates with better student support and outcomes, which can impact your return on investment.
Median debt varies significantly by major at Pratt Institute-Main. For example, Architectural Sciences and Technology graduates have median debt of $26K. Review the ROI by Major table above for a full breakdown.
The top-earning major is Architectural Sciences and Technology with median year-5 earnings of $78K. We rank each major by its debt-to-earnings ROI score to help you compare options.
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ROI scores are calculated by comparing median debt at graduation to median earnings 1 and 5 years after completion, weighted by graduation rate. Grades range from A (strong return) to F (poor return).