Design and Applied Arts at Grossmont College
Associate's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in California
Design and Applied Arts associates's programs at peer institutions in California (86 total in state)
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Grossmont CollegeEl Cajon | $1,332 | $26,478* | — | $13,625* | — |
 Interior Designers InstituteNewport Beach | $20,250 | $52,768* | $46,273 | $23,814* | 0.45 |
 Academy of Art UniversitySan Francisco | $28,024 | $26,478* | $37,278 | $33,437* | 1.26 |
 FIDM-Fashion Institute of Design & MerchandisingLos Angeles | $34,325 | $24,393* | $36,890 | $14,165* | 0.58 |
| National Median | — | $27,846* | — | $14,454* | 0.52 |
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 Grossmont College, approximately 24% 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 3 similar programs in CA. Actual outcomes may vary.