Design and Applied Arts
Associate's degree · Dunwoody College of Technology · Minneapolis, MN
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$46,361Median earnings 4 years after
$65,849Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
—Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the associate's degree program in Design and Applied Arts at Dunwoody College of Technology earn a median of $46,361. Nationally, associate's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $38,127 four years after graduating (middle half: $22,789–$53,862).
Design and Applied Arts (Associate's degree) at other Minnesota schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Minneapolis Community and Technical College Minneapolis | $40,230 | $12,000 |
| Century College White Bear Lake | $39,850 | $13,000 |
| Rasmussen University-Minnesota St. Cloud | $32,246 | $23,820 |
| Alexandria Technical & Community College Alexandria | $31,830 | $12,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Design and Applied Arts graduates from Dunwoody College of Technology make?
The median salary is $46,361 and $65,849 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.