Design and Applied Arts
Bachelor's degree · Purdue University-Main Campus · West Lafayette, IN
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Design and Applied Arts at Purdue University-Main Campus earn a median of $44,602 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 $19,500, about 44% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Design and Applied Arts (Bachelor's degree) at other Indiana schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Notre Dame Notre Dame | $46,825 | $19,250 |
| Ball State University Muncie | $36,864 | $22,000 |
| University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne Fort Wayne | $35,439 | $26,000 |
| Taylor University Upland | $31,921 | $22,000 |
| Purdue University Fort Wayne Fort Wayne | $27,517 | $24,750 |
| Indiana University-Bloomington Bloomington | $26,421 | $20,500 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Design and Applied Arts graduates from Purdue University-Main Campus make?
The median salary is $44,602 one year after graduation and $53,610 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $19,500.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.