Design and Applied Arts at Sacred Heart University
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Connecticut
Design and Applied Arts bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Connecticut (8 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sacred Heart University | $31,207* | — | $27,000* | — |
| Quinnipiac University | $35,884* | — | $26,976* | 0.75 |
| Central Connecticut State University | $34,930* | $50,565 | $22,641* | 0.65 |
| University of Bridgeport | $31,207* | $44,774 | $27,000* | 0.87 |
| University of Hartford | $29,515* | $39,266 | $27,000* | 0.91 |
| University of New Haven | $26,425* | — | $27,000* | 1.02 |
| National Median | $33,563* | — | $26,880* | 0.80 |
Other Design and Applied Arts Programs in Connecticut
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Connecticut schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quinnipiac University Hamden | $53,090 | $35,884 | $26,976 |
| Central Connecticut State University New Britain | $12,460 | $34,930 | $22,641 |
| University of Bridgeport Bridgeport | $35,760 | $31,207 | $27,000 |
| University of Hartford West Hartford | $47,647 | $29,515 | $27,000 |
| University of New Haven West Haven | $45,730 | $26,425 | $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 Sacred Heart University, approximately 15% 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 5 similar programs in CT. Actual outcomes may vary.