Design and Applied Arts at Community College of Denver
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Compare to Similar Programs in Colorado
Design and Applied Arts certificate's programs at peer institutions in Colorado (6 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Community College of Denver | $32,143* | — | $12,457* | — |
| Front Range Community College | $21,397* | — | $11,000* | 0.51 |
| National Median | $32,143* | — | $12,457* | 0.39 |
Other Design and Applied Arts Programs in Colorado
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Colorado schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Front Range Community College Westminster | $4,740 | $21,397 | $11,000 |
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 Community College of Denver, 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 national median of 10 similar programs. Actual outcomes may vary.