Design & Applied Arts at University of Advancing Technology
If you plan to study Design & Applied Arts, consider the program at University of Advancing Technology. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Advancing Technology is in Tempe, AZ.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 41 design & applied arts graduations were recorded at University of Advancing Technology.
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Online Class Availability at University of Advancing Technology
Online coursework is an option at University of Advancing Technology. Of 933 students, 562 (60%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 52 (6%) took at least some classes online.
Design & Applied Arts Rankings at University of Advancing Technology
Rankings can help you compare University of Advancing Technology’s Design & Applied Arts program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Arizona | #13 of 15 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Arizona | #14 of 16 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #48 of 59 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #55 of 60 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #448 of 600 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #548 of 603 |
Associate-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Arizona | #13 of 15 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Arizona | #14 of 16 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #48 of 59 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #55 of 60 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #448 of 600 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #548 of 603 |
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Design & Applied Arts graduates from University of Advancing Technology comes in at $27,895.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Design & Applied Arts graduates at University of Advancing Technology, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Design & Applied Arts graduates at University of Advancing Technology are 20% women (8) and 80% men (33).
Design & Applied Arts Associate’s Program at University of Advancing Technology
Among the 20 associate’s design & applied arts degrees awarded at University of Advancing Technology, 25% were women (5) and 75% were men (15).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Design & Applied Arts associate’s degree recipients at University of Advancing Technology.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 12 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 35% of Design & Applied Arts associate’s degree recipients at University of Advancing Technology, below the national average of 43%.*
Design & Applied Arts Bachelor’s Program at University of Advancing Technology
Among the 21 bachelor’s design & applied arts graduates at University of Advancing Technology, 14% were women (3) and 86% were men (18).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Design & Applied Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Advancing Technology.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 18 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 10% of Design & Applied Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Advancing Technology, lower than the national average of 37%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Design & Applied Arts Concentrations at University of Advancing Technology
This Design & Applied Arts program at University of Advancing Technology offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Industrial Design | 14 |
| Game & Interactive Media Design | 27 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Design & Applied Arts Graduates
Students who finish Design & Applied Arts program at University of Advancing Technology go on to a range of careers. Below are the highest-paying careers for Design & Applied Arts majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Set and Exhibit Designers | $109,049 |
| Art Directors | $103,285 |
| Web and Digital Interface Designers | $88,198 |
| Artists and Related Workers, All Other | $83,610 |
| Photographers | $75,743 |
| Designers, All Other | $73,407 |
| Postsecondary Teachers, All Other | $68,967 |
| Architecture Teachers, Postsecondary | $66,757 |
| Graphic Designers | $66,386 |
| Video Game Designers | $62,617 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.