Design and Applied Arts at Rowan-Cabarrus Community College
Associate's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in North Carolina
Design and Applied Arts associates's programs at peer institutions in North Carolina (28 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rowan-Cabarrus Community College | $29,715* | — | $13,625* | — |
| Central Piedmont Community College | $30,979* | $32,028 | —* | — |
| Forsyth Technical Community College | $29,715* | — | —* | — |
| Guilford Technical Community College | $24,827* | $33,442 | $19,000* | 0.77 |
| National Median | $27,846* | — | $14,454* | 0.52 |
Other Design and Applied Arts Programs in North Carolina
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across North Carolina schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Piedmont Community College Charlotte | $2,792 | $30,979 | — |
| Forsyth Technical Community College Winston-Salem | $2,256 | $29,715 | — |
| Guilford Technical Community College Jamestown | $2,319 | $24,827 | $19,000 |
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 Rowan-Cabarrus Community College, approximately 28% 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 3 similar programs in NC. Actual outcomes may vary.