Design and Applied Arts
Bachelor's degree · Kansas City Art Institute · Kansas City, MO
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Design and Applied Arts at Kansas City Art Institute earn a median of $29,513 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 $27,000, about 91% of first-year earnings.
Design and Applied Arts (Bachelor's degree) at other Missouri schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Park University Parkville | $46,340 | $15,000 |
| Maryville University of Saint Louis Saint Louis | $39,623 | $20,500 |
| Missouri Western State University Saint Joseph | $37,200 | — |
| University of Central Missouri Warrensburg | $33,921 | $20,076 |
| Missouri State University-Springfield Springfield | $33,695 | $25,750 |
| Washington University in St Louis St. Louis | $33,615 | $19,089 |
| Webster University Saint Louis | $20,257 | $24,500 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Design and Applied Arts graduates from Kansas City Art Institute make?
The median salary is $29,513 one year after graduation and $46,472 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $27,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.