Design and Applied Arts at Northwestern College
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Iowa
Design and Applied Arts bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Iowa (17 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northwestern College | $34,344* | — | $27,000* | — |
| University of Northern Iowa | $38,637* | $45,719 | $25,100* | 0.65 |
| Iowa State University | $37,565* | $49,449 | $27,000* | 0.72 |
| Upper Iowa University | $31,122* | — | $39,780* | 1.28 |
| Grand View University | $26,996* | $51,741 | $24,574* | 0.91 |
| National Median | $33,563* | — | $26,880* | 0.80 |
Other Design and Applied Arts Programs in Iowa
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Iowa schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Northern Iowa Cedar Falls | $9,728 | $38,637 | $25,100 |
| Iowa State University Ames | $10,497 | $37,565 | $27,000 |
| Upper Iowa University Fayette | $19,000 | $31,122 | $39,780 |
| Grand View University Des Moines | $33,450 | $26,996 | $24,574 |
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 Northwestern College, approximately 23% 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 4 similar programs in IA. Actual outcomes may vary.