Design & Applied Arts at University of Illinois Chicago
What traits are you looking for in a school for Design & Applied Arts, take a look at what University of Illinois Chicago. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Illinois Chicago is in Chicago, IL.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 70 design & applied arts degrees were granted at University of Illinois Chicago.
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Online Class Availability at University of Illinois Chicago
Distance learning is available at University of Illinois Chicago. Among 33,906 students, 4,153 (12%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 18,836 (56%) took at least some classes online.
Design & Applied Arts Rankings at University of Illinois Chicago
Rankings can help you compare University of Illinois Chicago’s Design & Applied Arts program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #6 of 19 |
| Best Value | Illinois | #9 of 19 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #21 of 82 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #29 of 82 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #126 of 603 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #242 of 600 |
Earnings for Design & Applied Arts Graduates from University of Illinois Chicago
Students who complete University of Illinois Chicago’s Design & Applied Arts program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $33,866 |
| 2 years | $26,643 |
| 3 years | $36,668 |
| 4 years | $42,578 |
| 5 years | $50,710 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Design & Applied Arts graduates from University of Illinois Chicago take home a median $42,578, compared with $73,881 for all University of Illinois Chicago graduates — about 42% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Design & Applied Arts graduates from University of Illinois Chicago stands at $25,750.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Design & Applied Arts graduates at University of Illinois Chicago, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Design & Applied Arts graduates at University of Illinois Chicago are 53% women (37) and 47% men (33).
Design & Applied Arts Bachelor’s Program at University of Illinois Chicago
Of the 57 bachelor’s design & applied arts degrees awarded at University of Illinois Chicago, 51% were women (29) and 49% were men (28).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Design & Applied Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Illinois Chicago.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 15 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 20 |
| Black / African American | 4 |
| Asian | 9 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 4 |
| Unknown | 3 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 61% of Design & Applied Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Illinois Chicago, above the national average of 37%.*
Design & Applied Arts Master’s Program at University of Illinois Chicago
Of the 13 master’s design & applied arts degrees awarded at University of Illinois Chicago, 62% were women (8) and 38% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Design & Applied Arts master’s degree recipients at University of Illinois Chicago.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Asian | 4 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
Minority students account for 46% of Design & Applied Arts master’s degree recipients at University of Illinois Chicago, above the national average of 25%.*
*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 Illinois Chicago
The Design & Applied Arts program at University of Illinois Chicago includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Visual Communications | 6 |
| Industrial Design | 32 |
| Graphic Design | 32 |
Best-Paid Careers for Design & Applied Arts Graduates
Those who complete Design & Applied Arts program at University of Illinois Chicago pursue many career paths. The table below ranks 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.