Design and Applied Arts at Eastern Michigan University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Eastern Michigan University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Eastern Michigan University graduates earn $38k, placing them in the 73th percentile of all design and applied arts bachelors programs nationally.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Michigan University | $38,443 | — | — | — |
| Western Michigan University | $39,077 | $57,047 | $27,000 | 0.69 |
| 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 |
| College for Creative Studies | $32,665 | $55,614 | $26,000 | 0.80 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| College for Creative Studies Detroit | $51,355 | $32,665 | $26,000 |
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 Eastern Michigan University, approximately 37% 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.
Sample Size: Based on 17 graduates with reported earnings and 14 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.