Design and Applied Arts at Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus graduates compare to all programs nationally
Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus graduates earn $24k, placing them in the 10th percentile of all design and applied arts bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in New Jersey
Design and Applied Arts bachelors's programs at peer institutions in New Jersey (13 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus | $24,357 | — | $27,000* | — |
| New Jersey Institute of Technology | $38,975 | $48,950 | $27,000* | 0.69 |
| Kean University | $35,673 | $52,084 | $26,713* | 0.75 |
| Rutgers University-New Brunswick | $32,397 | — | $27,000* | 0.83 |
| Rider University | $29,445 | — | —* | — |
| Berkeley College-Woodland Park | $27,937 | — | $30,398* | 1.09 |
| National Median | $33,563 | — | $26,880* | 0.80 |
Other Design and Applied Arts Programs in New Jersey
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across New Jersey schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Jersey Institute of Technology Newark | $19,022 | $38,975 | $27,000 |
| Kean University Union | $13,426 | $35,673 | $26,713 |
| Rutgers University-New Brunswick New Brunswick | $17,239 | $32,397 | $27,000 |
| Rider University Lawrenceville | $38,900 | $29,445 | — |
| Berkeley College-Woodland Park Woodland Park | $28,600 | $27,937 | $30,398 |
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 Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus, 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.
Sample Size: Based on 19 graduates with reported earnings and 18 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.