Design and Applied Arts at Adrian College
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Michigan
Design and Applied Arts bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Michigan (20 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adrian College | $34,045* | — | $27,000* | — |
| Western Michigan University | $39,077* | $57,047 | $27,000* | 0.69 |
| Eastern Michigan University | $38,443* | — | —* | — |
| Central Michigan University | $36,917* | $51,538 | $28,500* | 0.77 |
| Michigan State University | $36,784* | $47,546 | $28,175* | 0.77 |
| Ferris State University | $34,045* | $39,209 | $27,000* | 0.79 |
| National Median | $33,563* | — | $26,880* | 0.80 |
Other Design and Applied Arts Programs in Michigan
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Michigan schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Western Michigan University Kalamazoo | $15,298 | $39,077 | $27,000 |
| Eastern Michigan University Ypsilanti | $15,510 | $38,443 | — |
| Central Michigan University Mount Pleasant | $14,190 | $36,917 | $28,500 |
| Michigan State University East Lansing | $15,988 | $36,784 | $28,175 |
| Ferris State University Big Rapids | $13,630 | $34,045 | $27,000 |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Adrian College, approximately 31% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 9 similar programs in MI. Actual outcomes may vary.