Design and Applied Arts
Associate's degree · Gateway Technical College · Kenosha, WI
How this program compares
Graduates of the associate's degree program in Design and Applied Arts at Gateway Technical College earn a median of $29,734 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). Median debt is $14,966, about 50% of first-year earnings.
Design and Applied Arts (Associate's degree) at other Wisconsin schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Waukesha County Technical College Pewaukee | $39,095 | $15,554 |
| Fox Valley Technical College Appleton | $32,673 | $10,684 |
| Rasmussen University-Wisconsin Green Bay | $32,246 | $23,820 |
| Madison Area Technical College Madison | $30,710 | $12,120 |
| Milwaukee Area Technical College Milwaukee | $27,795 | — |
| Bryant & Stratton College-Wauwatosa Wauwatosa | $25,506 | $15,417 |
| Western Technical College La Crosse | $23,032 | $11,479 |
| Moraine Park Technical College Fond du Lac | $21,388 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Design and Applied Arts graduates from Gateway Technical College make?
The median salary is $29,734 one year after graduation and $34,173 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $14,966.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.