Design and Applied Arts at Lake Washington Institute of Technology
Bachelor'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 Washington
Design and Applied Arts bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Washington (15 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Washington Institute of Technology | — | $52,106 | — | — |
| University of Washington-Seattle Campus | $63,449 | $71,597 | $12,250 | 0.19 |
| Bellevue College | $45,947 | — | $33,660 | 0.73 |
| Washington State University | $44,823 | $57,332 | $22,802 | 0.51 |
| Seattle Pacific University | $39,248 | $68,201 | $26,000 | 0.66 |
| Western Washington University | $31,078 | $68,445 | $20,000 | 0.64 |
| National Median | $33,563 | — | $26,880 | 0.80 |
Other Design and Applied Arts Programs in Washington
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Washington schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle | $12,643 | $63,449 | $12,250 |
| Bellevue College Bellevue | $4,305 | $45,947 | $33,660 |
| Washington State University Pullman | $12,997 | $44,823 | $22,802 |
| Seattle Pacific University Seattle | $38,814 | $39,248 | $26,000 |
| Western Washington University Bellingham | $9,286 | $31,078 | $20,000 |
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 Lake Washington Institute of Technology, approximately 12% 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.