Design & Applied Arts
College of DuPage · Glen Ellyn, IL
College of DuPage offers Associate's and Undergraduate Certificate's programs in Design & Applied Arts. The Undergraduate Certificate program, with 46 completers, is the most popular. Graduates earn a median salary of $38,780 four years after completion, which is 8% above the national median for Design & Applied Arts programs. Graduates typically enter roles like Art Directors, Special Effects Artists and Animators, and Fashion Designers. The median salary for Art Directors is $106,500.
Associate
Median Earnings (4yr)
$50,264
Completers
37
Undergraduate Certificate
Median Earnings (4yr)
$38,780
Completers
46
Related Careers
| Job Title | Median Salary | Job Growth (10yr) | Total Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Art Directors | $106,500 | 4% | 51,200 |
| Special Effects Artists and Animators | $99,060 | 2% | 29,940 |
| Fashion Designers | $79,290 | 2% | 19,940 |
| Commercial and Industrial Designers | $76,250 | 3% | 30,810 |
| Designers, All Other | $67,500 | Not reported | 9,880 |
Show 3 more related occupations
| Job Title | Median Salary | Job Growth (10yr) | Total Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Set and Exhibit Designers | $59,490 | 2% | 10,090 |
| Graphic Designers | $58,910 | 2% | 212,720 |
| Photographers | $40,760 | 2% | 53,630 |
Institution Overview
In-State Tuition
$4,560
Out-of-State Tuition
$12,750
Graduation Rate
24.7%
Total Enrollment
16,114
Same Program at Other Institutions
- The New School — $66,896
- Portland Community College — $50,811
- Waukesha County Technical College — $49,509
- Minneapolis Community and Technical College — $48,952
- CUNY New York City College of Technology — $48,833