by our College Data Analytics TeamWe've pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the ethnic diversity of these students, average starting salaries, and more. In addition, we cover how Cal U ranks in comparison to other schools with design programs.
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The bachelor's program at Cal U was ranked #278 on College Factual's Best Schools for design list. It is also ranked #14 in Pennsylvania.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, California University of Pennsylvania handed out 15 bachelor's degrees in design & applied arts. This is a decrease of 32% over the previous year when 22 degrees were handed out.
The median salary of design students who receive their bachelor's degree at Cal U is $25,264. This is less than $32,733, which is the national median of all design majors in the nation who earn bachelor's degrees.
While getting their bachelor's degree at Cal U, design students borrow a median amount of $27,000 in student loans. This is about the same as the median debt load of alldesign bachelor's degree recipients across the nation.
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BA in Graphic Design & Media Arts - Web Design
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Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the design majors at California University of Pennsylvania.
Of the 15 students who graduated with a Bachelor’s in design from Cal U in 2021, 53% were men and 47% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 73% of 2021 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from California University of Pennsylvania with a bachelor's in design.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| White | 11 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 1 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Drama & Theater Arts | 10 |
| Fine & Studio Arts | 8 |
| Music | 5 |
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