Design and Applied Arts at Middle Tennessee State University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Middle Tennessee State University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Middle Tennessee State University graduates earn $39k, placing them in the 74th percentile of all design and applied arts bachelors programs nationally.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Middle Tennessee State University | $38,807 | — | — | — |
| The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga | $41,968 | — | $25,000 | 0.60 |
| 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 |
| Nossi College of Art and Design | $24,497 | — | $46,500 | 1.90 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| Nossi College of Art and Design Nashville | $20,350 | $24,497 | $46,500 |
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 Middle Tennessee State 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.
Sample Size: Based on 18 graduates with reported earnings and 15 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.