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 Saginaw Valley State University ranks among other schools offering degrees in design.
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The bachelor's program at Saginaw Valley State University was ranked #324 on College Factual's Best Schools for design list. It is also ranked #9 in Michigan.
| Ranking Type | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Design & Applied Arts Bachelor’s Degree Schools | 260 |
| Best Design & Applied Arts Schools | 324 |
During the 2021-2022 academic year, Saginaw Valley State University handed out 32 bachelor's degrees in design & applied arts. This is an increase of 19% over the previous year when 27 degrees were handed out.
Design majors who earn their bachelor's degree from Saginaw Valley State University go on to jobs where they make a median salary of $27,577 a year. This is less than $32,606, which is the national median of all design majors in the nation who earn bachelor's degrees.
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In 2022-2023, the average part-time undergraduate tuition at Saginaw Valley State University was $958 per credit hour for out-of-state students. The average for in-state students was $408 per credit hour. Information about average full-time undergraduate tuition and fees is shown in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $12,240 | $28,752 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,120 | $1,120 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $11,700 | $11,700 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $1,220 | $1,220 |
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The design program at Saginaw Valley State University awarded 32 bachelor's degrees in 2021-2022. About 22% of these degrees went to men with the other 78% going to women.
The majority of bachelor's degree recipients in this major at Saginaw Valley State University are white. In the most recent graduating class for which data is available, 69% of students fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Saginaw Valley State University with a bachelor's in design.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| White | 22 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 5 |
| Other Races | 1 |
Saginaw Valley State University 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 Saginaw Valley State University Online Learning page.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the design majors at Saginaw Valley State University.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Fine & Studio Arts | 16 |
| Drama & Theater Arts | 10 |
| Music | 9 |
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