Design and Applied Arts at Southwestern College
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Kansas
Design and Applied Arts bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Kansas (15 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southwestern College | $35,549* | — | — | — |
| Kansas State University | $43,992* | — | — | — |
| University of Kansas | $37,508* | $50,894 | $26,000 | 0.69 |
| Wichita State University | $33,590* | $38,472 | $26,000 | 0.77 |
| Rasmussen University-Kansas | $32,482* | — | $35,438 | 1.09 |
| National Median | $33,563* | — | $26,880 | 0.80 |
Other Design and Applied Arts Programs in Kansas
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Kansas schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kansas State University Manhattan | $10,942 | $43,992 | — |
| University of Kansas Lawrence | $11,700 | $37,508 | $26,000 |
| Wichita State University Wichita | $9,322 | $33,590 | $26,000 |
| Rasmussen University-Kansas Topeka | $15,340 | $32,482 | $35,438 |
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 Southwestern College, approximately 39% 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 KS. Actual outcomes may vary.