Design and Applied Arts at Lewis University
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Illinois
Design and Applied Arts bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Illinois (28 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lewis University | $30,083* | — | $27,000* | — |
| Illinois State University | $39,287* | — | $24,986* | 0.64 |
| Judson University | $37,466* | — | —* | — |
| University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign | $34,670* | $54,712 | $18,839* | 0.54 |
| University of Illinois Chicago | $34,377* | $42,578 | $25,750* | 0.75 |
| Rasmussen University-Illinois | $32,482* | — | $35,438* | 1.09 |
| National Median | $33,563* | — | $26,880* | 0.80 |
Other Design and Applied Arts Programs in Illinois
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Illinois schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Illinois State University Normal | $16,021 | $39,287 | $24,986 |
| Judson University Elgin | $30,910 | $37,466 | — |
| University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Champaign | $16,004 | $34,670 | $18,839 |
| University of Illinois Chicago Chicago | $14,338 | $34,377 | $25,750 |
| Rasmussen University-Illinois Rockford | $13,546 | $32,482 | $35,438 |
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 Lewis University, approximately 31% 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 12 similar programs in IL. Actual outcomes may vary.