Design and Applied Arts
Bachelor's degree · Willamette University · Salem, OR
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$44,870Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
—Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Design and Applied Arts at Willamette University earn a median of $44,870. 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 Oregon schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon State University-Cascades Campus Bend | $35,614 | $21,500 |
| Oregon State University Corvallis | $35,614 | $21,500 |
| Portland State University Portland | $35,304 | $23,100 |
| University of Oregon Eugene | $28,844 | $28,000 |
| Western Oregon University Monmouth | $23,583 | $21,316 |
| Pacific Northwest College of Art Portland | $19,501 | $26,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Design and Applied Arts graduates from Willamette University make?
The median salary is $44,870.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.