Design and Applied Arts
Bachelor's degree · Drake University · Des Moines, IA
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$58,834Median earnings 4 years after
$56,719Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
10Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Design and Applied Arts at Drake University earn a median of $43,306. 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 Iowa schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Northern Iowa Cedar Falls | $38,637 | $21,965 |
| Iowa State University Ames | $37,565 | $26,581 |
| Upper Iowa University Fayette | $31,122 | $20,500 |
| Grand View University Des Moines | $26,996 | $21,502 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Design and Applied Arts graduates from Drake University make?
The median salary is $43,306 and $56,719 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.