Design and Applied Arts
Bachelor's degree · Seattle University · Seattle, WA
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$53,117Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$23,084Median federal debt
25Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Design and Applied Arts at Seattle University earn a median of $39,365. 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 $23,084, about 59% of first-year earnings.
Design and Applied Arts (Bachelor's degree) at other Washington schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle | $63,449 | $12,250 |
| Bellevue College Bellevue | $45,947 | — |
| Washington State University Pullman | $44,823 | $24,604 |
| Seattle Pacific University Seattle | $39,248 | $25,000 |
| Western Washington University Bellingham | $31,078 | $19,833 |
| Walla Walla University College Place | $28,436 | $27,000 |
| Northwest College of Art & Design Tacoma | $27,694 | $30,734 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Design and Applied Arts graduates from Seattle University make?
The median salary is $39,365.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $23,084.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.