Design and Applied Arts at Central Virginia Community College
Associate's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Virginia
Design and Applied Arts associates's programs at peer institutions in Virginia (5 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Virginia Community College | $31,440* | — | $13,625* | — |
| Northern Virginia Community College | $33,232* | — | $18,250* | 0.55 |
| Virginia Western Community College | $31,440* | $33,618 | —* | — |
| Tidewater Community College | $22,935* | $26,209 | $12,320* | 0.54 |
| National Median | $27,846* | — | $14,454* | 0.52 |
Other Design and Applied Arts Programs in Virginia
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Virginia schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Virginia Community College Annandale | $5,703 | $33,232 | $18,250 |
| Virginia Western Community College Roanoke | $5,256 | $31,440 | — |
| Tidewater Community College Norfolk | $5,714 | $22,935 | $12,320 |
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 Central Virginia Community College, approximately 33% 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 3 similar programs in VA. Actual outcomes may vary.