Design and Applied Arts
Bachelor's degree · Carthage College · Kenosha, WI
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Design and Applied Arts at Carthage College earn a median of $35,511 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 76% of first-year earnings.
Design and Applied Arts (Bachelor's degree) at other Wisconsin schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Wisconsin-Madison Madison | $49,780 | $17,875 |
| University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point Stevens Point | $41,243 | $21,750 |
| University of Wisconsin-Stout Menomonie | $40,615 | $26,000 |
| Saint Norbert College De Pere | $37,856 | $27,000 |
| University of Wisconsin-Parkside Kenosha | $36,920 | $23,276 |
| University of Wisconsin-Green Bay Green Bay | $32,991 | $18,186 |
| Rasmussen University-Wisconsin Green Bay | $32,482 | $29,332 |
| Mount Mary University Milwaukee | $30,053 | $26,500 |
| Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design Milwaukee | $28,801 | $27,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Design and Applied Arts graduates from Carthage College make?
The median salary is $35,511 one year after graduation and $55,354 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.