Design and Applied Arts at El Paso Community College
Associate's Degree
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in Texas
Design and Applied Arts associates's programs at peer institutions in Texas (28 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| El Paso Community College | — | $24,765 | — | — |
| Austin Community College District | $40,289 | $40,255 | $19,939 | 0.49 |
| Collin County Community College District | $33,456 | $34,139 | $6,900 | 0.21 |
| Dallas College | $31,478 | $40,260 | $11,835 | 0.38 |
| Texas State Technical College | $23,345 | $28,471 | $15,679 | 0.67 |
| National Median | $27,846 | — | $14,454 | 0.52 |
Other Design and Applied Arts Programs in Texas
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Texas schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Austin Community College District Austin | $2,550 | $40,289 | $19,939 |
| Collin County Community College District McKinney | $1,864 | $33,456 | $6,900 |
| Dallas College Dallas | $2,370 | $31,478 | $11,835 |
| Texas State Technical College Waco | $7,192 | $23,345 | $15,679 |
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 El Paso Community College, approximately 36% 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.