Design and Applied Arts
Bachelor's degree · Arkansas State University · Jonesboro, AR
$35,970Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$39,897Median earnings 4 years after
$46,812Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
16Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Design and Applied Arts at Arkansas State University earn a median of $35,970 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $51,490 four years after graduating (middle half: $33,006–$70,612).
Design and Applied Arts (Bachelor's degree) at other Arkansas schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Central Arkansas Conway | $43,106 | — |
| University of Arkansas Fayetteville | $41,782 | $22,750 |
| Harding University Searcy | $35,582 | — |
| John Brown University Siloam Springs | $24,893 | $19,500 |
| Southern Arkansas University Main Campus Magnolia | $22,016 | $25,559 |
| Arkansas Tech University Russellville | $20,285 | $28,950 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Design and Applied Arts graduates from Arkansas State University make?
The median salary is $35,970 one year after graduation and $46,812 after five years.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.