Design and Applied Arts
Associate's degree · Central Piedmont Community College · Charlotte, NC
$30,979Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$47,967Median earnings 4 years after
$32,514Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
62Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the associate's degree program in Design and Applied Arts at Central Piedmont Community College earn a median of $30,979 one year after completing the program. 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 North Carolina schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Forsyth Technical Community College Winston-Salem | $29,715 | — |
| Guilford Technical Community College Jamestown | $24,827 | $11,708 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Design and Applied Arts graduates from Central Piedmont Community College make?
The median salary is $30,979 one year after graduation and $32,514 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.