Design and Applied Arts at Oakland Community College
Associate's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Oakland Community College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Oakland Community College graduates earn $39k, placing them in the 95th percentile of all design and applied arts associates programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Michigan
Design and Applied Arts associates's programs at peer institutions in Michigan (25 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakland Community College | $38,657 | — | $13,625* | — |
| Henry Ford College | $19,911 | — | $19,075* | 0.96 |
| Macomb Community College | $17,057 | $38,849 | $10,500* | 0.62 |
| National Median | $27,846 | — | $14,454* | 0.52 |
Other Design and Applied Arts Programs in Michigan
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Michigan schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Henry Ford College Dearborn | $3,460 | $19,911 | $19,075 |
| Macomb Community College Warren | $3,600 | $17,057 | $10,500 |
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 Oakland Community College, approximately 27% 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 19 graduates with reported earnings and 15 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.