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. Also, learn how Michigan State ranks among other schools offering degrees in design.
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Michigan State is in the top 10% of the country for design. More specifically it was ranked #24 out of 375 schools by College Factual. It is also ranked #1 in Michigan.
During the 2021-2022 academic year, Michigan State University handed out 98 bachelor's degrees in design & applied arts. This is an increase of 18% over the previous year when 83 degrees were handed out.
The median salary of design students who receive their bachelor's degree at Michigan State is $36,784. This is higher than $32,606, which is the national median for all design bachelor's degree recipients.
While getting their bachelor's degree at Michigan State, design students borrow a median amount of $56,125 in student loans. This is higher than the the typical median of $36,178 for all design majors across the country.
The typical student loan payment of a bachelor's degree student from the design program at Michigan State is $571 per month.
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Out-of-state part-time undergraduates at Michigan State paid an average of $1,457 per credit hour in 2022-2023. The average for in-state students was $564 per credit hour. The average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates are shown in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $16,930 | $43,700 |
| Fees | $340 | $340 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,334 | $1,334 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $11,754 | $11,754 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $3,592 | $3,592 |
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Of the 98 design students who graduated with a bachelor's degree in 2021-2022 from Michigan State, about 37% were men and 63% were women.
The majority of bachelor's degree recipients in this major at Michigan State are white. In the most recent graduating class for which data is available, 66% of students fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Michigan State University with a bachelor's in design.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 7 |
| Black or African American | 7 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 5 |
| White | 65 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 8 |
| Other Races | 6 |
Michigan State does not offer an online option for its design bachelor’s degree program at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the Michigan State Online Learning page.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the design majors at Michigan State University.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Music | 165 |
| Drama & Theater Arts | 38 |
| Fine & Studio Arts | 27 |
| Film, Video & Photographic Arts | 12 |
| Arts & Media Management | 5 |
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