Design and Applied Arts
Bachelor's degree · Roosevelt University · Chicago, IL
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Design and Applied Arts at Roosevelt University earn a median of $19,028 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). Median debt is $25,048, about 132% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.
Design and Applied Arts (Bachelor's degree) at other Illinois schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois State University Normal | $39,287 | $24,375 |
| Judson University Elgin | $37,466 | — |
| University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Champaign | $34,670 | $18,178 |
| University of Illinois Chicago Chicago | $34,377 | $22,881 |
| Rasmussen University-Illinois Rockford | $32,482 | $29,332 |
| DePaul University Chicago | $30,536 | $27,000 |
| Columbia College Chicago Chicago | $29,630 | $24,500 |
| North Central College Naperville | $28,037 | $22,000 |
| Dominican University River Forest | $22,938 | $26,344 |
| Bradley University Peoria | $22,893 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Design and Applied Arts graduates from Roosevelt University make?
The median salary is $19,028 one year after graduation.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $25,048.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.