Design and Applied Arts at York College of Pennsylvania
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How York College of Pennsylvania graduates compare to all programs nationally
York College of Pennsylvania graduates earn $31k, placing them in the 36th 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 Pennsylvania
Design and Applied Arts bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Pennsylvania (41 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| York College of Pennsylvania | $30,567 | $49,817 | — | — |
| Carnegie Mellon University | $66,274 | $126,932 | $24,500 | 0.37 |
| Pennsylvania College of Technology | $45,572 | — | $27,000 | 0.59 |
| Temple University | $43,530 | $57,777 | $26,875 | 0.62 |
| Susquehanna University | $42,510 | $53,795 | $27,000 | 0.64 |
| Kutztown University of Pennsylvania | $40,286 | $44,383 | $27,000 | 0.67 |
| National Median | $33,563 | — | $26,880 | 0.80 |
Other Design and Applied Arts Programs in Pennsylvania
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Pennsylvania schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carnegie Mellon University Pittsburgh | $63,829 | $66,274 | $24,500 |
| Pennsylvania College of Technology Williamsport | $17,940 | $45,572 | $27,000 |
| Temple University Philadelphia | $22,082 | $43,530 | $26,875 |
| Susquehanna University Selinsgrove | $57,400 | $42,510 | $27,000 |
| Kutztown University of Pennsylvania Kutztown | $11,230 | $40,286 | $27,000 |
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 York College of Pennsylvania, approximately 25% 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.