Design and Applied Arts at University of the Incarnate Word
Associate's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Texas
Design and Applied Arts associates's programs at peer institutions in Texas (28 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of the Incarnate Word | $32,467* | — | $13,834* | — |
| Austin Community College District | $40,289* | $40,255 | $19,939* | 0.49 |
| Collin County Community College District | $33,456* | $34,139 | $6,900* | 0.21 |
| Dallas College | $31,478* | $40,260 | $11,835* | 0.38 |
| Texas State Technical College | $23,345* | $28,471 | $15,679* | 0.67 |
| National Median | $27,846* | — | $14,454* | 0.52 |
Other Design and Applied Arts Programs in Texas
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Texas schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Austin Community College District Austin | $2,550 | $40,289 | $19,939 |
| Collin County Community College District McKinney | $1,864 | $33,456 | $6,900 |
| Dallas College Dallas | $2,370 | $31,478 | $11,835 |
| Texas State Technical College Waco | $7,192 | $23,345 | $15,679 |
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 the Incarnate Word, approximately 43% 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 TX. Actual outcomes may vary.