Design and Applied Arts at Messiah University
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Pennsylvania
Design and Applied Arts bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Pennsylvania (41 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Messiah University | $32,774* | — | $27,000* | — |
| Carnegie Mellon University | $66,274* | $126,932 | $24,500* | 0.37 |
| Pennsylvania College of Technology | $45,572* | — | $27,000* | 0.59 |
| Temple University | $43,530* | $57,777 | $26,875* | 0.62 |
| Susquehanna University | $42,510* | $53,795 | $27,000* | 0.64 |
| Kutztown University of Pennsylvania | $40,286* | $44,383 | $27,000* | 0.67 |
| National Median | $33,563* | — | $26,880* | 0.80 |
Other Design and Applied Arts Programs in Pennsylvania
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Pennsylvania schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carnegie Mellon University Pittsburgh | $63,829 | $66,274 | $24,500 |
| Pennsylvania College of Technology Williamsport | $17,940 | $45,572 | $27,000 |
| Temple University Philadelphia | $22,082 | $43,530 | $26,875 |
| Susquehanna University Selinsgrove | $57,400 | $42,510 | $27,000 |
| Kutztown University of Pennsylvania Kutztown | $11,230 | $40,286 | $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 Messiah University, approximately 20% 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 16 similar programs in PA. Actual outcomes may vary.