Design and Applied Arts at University of North Georgia
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How University of North Georgia graduates compare to all programs nationally
University of North Georgia graduates earn $27k, placing them in the 20th 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 Georgia
Design and Applied Arts bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Georgia (15 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of North Georgia | $26,823 | $45,470 | — | — |
| Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus | $52,694 | $74,666 | $26,354 | 0.50 |
| Georgia Southern University | $39,355 | $48,787 | $26,000 | 0.66 |
| Kennesaw State University | $25,839 | — | $20,500 | 0.79 |
| Savannah College of Art and Design | $23,400 | $38,775 | $27,000 | 1.15 |
| Clark Atlanta University | $20,974 | $23,202 | $27,427 | 1.31 |
| National Median | $33,563 | — | $26,880 | 0.80 |
Other Design and Applied Arts Programs in Georgia
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Georgia schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus Atlanta | $11,764 | $52,694 | $26,354 |
| Georgia Southern University Statesboro | $5,905 | $39,355 | $26,000 |
| Kennesaw State University Kennesaw | $5,786 | $25,839 | $20,500 |
| Savannah College of Art and Design Savannah | $40,595 | $23,400 | $27,000 |
| Clark Atlanta University Atlanta | $26,446 | $20,974 | $27,427 |
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 North Georgia, 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.
Sample Size: Based on 18 graduates with reported earnings and 16 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.