Design and Applied Arts
Associate's degree · South Plains College · Levelland, TX
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$19,491Median earnings 3 years after
$22,747Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
18Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the associate's degree program in Design and Applied Arts at South Plains College earn a median of $19,491. 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 Texas schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Austin Community College District Austin | $40,289 | $19,939 |
| Collin County Community College District McKinney | $33,456 | — |
| Dallas College Dallas | $31,478 | — |
| Texas State Technical College Waco | $23,345 | $12,960 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Design and Applied Arts graduates from South Plains College make?
The median salary is $19,491 and $22,747 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.