Compare to Similar Programs in Michigan

Design and Applied Arts bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Michigan (20 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Andrews University
Western Michigan University$39,077$57,047$27,0000.69
Eastern Michigan University$38,443
Central Michigan University$36,917$51,538$28,5000.77
Michigan State University$36,784$47,546$28,1750.77
Ferris State University$34,045$39,209$27,0000.79
National Median$33,563$26,8800.80

Other Design and Applied Arts Programs in Michigan

Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Michigan schools

SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (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 Andrews University, approximately 22% 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.