Design and Applied Arts at University of Dayton
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How University of Dayton graduates compare to all programs nationally
University of Dayton graduates earn $44k, placing them in the 91th percentile of all design and applied arts bachelors programs nationally.
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in Ohio
Design and Applied Arts bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Ohio (42 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Dayton | $43,609 | $50,910 | $27,000* | — |
| University of Cincinnati-Main Campus | $52,526 | $56,482 | $25,851* | 0.49 |
| Miami University-Oxford | $47,295 | $54,530 | $26,000* | 0.55 |
| Ohio State University-Main Campus | $45,176 | $56,414 | $25,100* | 0.56 |
| University of Akron Main Campus | $39,856 | $51,028 | $27,000* | 0.68 |
| Kent State University at Kent | $36,351 | $45,915 | $26,000* | 0.72 |
| National Median | $33,563 | — | $26,880* | 0.80 |
Other Design and Applied Arts Programs in Ohio
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Ohio schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Cincinnati-Main Campus Cincinnati | $13,570 | $52,526 | $25,851 |
| Miami University-Oxford Oxford | $17,809 | $47,295 | $26,000 |
| Ohio State University-Main Campus Columbus | $12,859 | $45,176 | $25,100 |
| University of Akron Main Campus Akron | $12,799 | $39,856 | $27,000 |
| Kent State University at Kent Kent | $12,846 | $36,351 | $26,000 |
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 University of Dayton, approximately 16% 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 17 graduates with reported earnings and 17 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.