Design and Applied Arts at Freed-Hardeman University
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Tennessee
Design and Applied Arts bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Tennessee (14 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freed-Hardeman University | $35,119* | — | $27,000* | — |
| The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga | $41,968* | — | $25,000* | 0.60 |
| Middle Tennessee State University | $38,807* | — | —* | — |
| The University of Tennessee-Knoxville | $36,061* | $43,320 | —* | — |
| East Tennessee State University | $34,177* | — | $19,250* | 0.56 |
| Belmont University | $28,702* | $41,993 | $27,000* | 0.94 |
| National Median | $33,563* | — | $26,880* | 0.80 |
Other Design and Applied Arts Programs in Tennessee
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Tennessee schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga | $10,144 | $41,968 | $25,000 |
| Middle Tennessee State University Murfreesboro | $9,506 | $38,807 | — |
| The University of Tennessee-Knoxville Knoxville | $13,484 | $36,061 | — |
| East Tennessee State University Johnson City | $9,950 | $34,177 | $19,250 |
| Belmont University Nashville | $41,320 | $28,702 | $27,000 |
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 Freed-Hardeman University, 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.
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 6 similar programs in TN. Actual outcomes may vary.