Design and Applied Arts at University of Northwestern-St Paul
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How University of Northwestern-St Paul graduates compare to all programs nationally
University of Northwestern-St Paul graduates earn $38k, placing them in the 71th percentile of all design and applied arts bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Minnesota
Design and Applied Arts bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Minnesota (15 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Northwestern-St Paul | $37,966 | — | $27,000* | — |
| University of Minnesota-Twin Cities | $42,462 | $56,160 | $24,000* | 0.57 |
| Dunwoody College of Technology | $40,302 | — | —* | — |
| Bemidji State University | $40,231 | $37,053 | $27,000* | 0.67 |
| Minnesota State University Moorhead | $38,587 | $44,640 | $27,000* | 0.70 |
| Saint Cloud State University | $34,627 | — | —* | — |
| National Median | $33,563 | — | $26,880* | 0.80 |
Other Design and Applied Arts Programs in Minnesota
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Minnesota schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Minnesota-Twin Cities Minneapolis | $16,488 | $42,462 | $24,000 |
| Dunwoody College of Technology Minneapolis | $25,659 | $40,302 | — |
| Bemidji State University Bemidji | $10,164 | $40,231 | $27,000 |
| Minnesota State University Moorhead Moorhead | $10,336 | $38,587 | $27,000 |
| Saint Cloud State University Saint Cloud | $10,117 | $34,627 | — |
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 Northwestern-St Paul, 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.