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 ATU ranks among other schools offering degrees in design.
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The bachelor's program at ATU was ranked #378 on College Factual's Best Schools for design list. It is also ranked #5 in Arkansas.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Arkansas Tech University handed out 33 bachelor's degrees in design & applied arts. This is a decrease of 3% over the previous year when 34 degrees were handed out.
The median salary of design students who receive their bachelor's degree at ATU is $17,578. Unfortunately, this is lower than the national average of $32,733 for all design students.
While getting their bachelor's degree at ATU, design students borrow a median amount of $28,950 in student loans. This is higher than the the typical median of $27,000 for all design majors across the country.
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BA in Graphic Design & Media Arts - 3D Modeling & Animation
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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 Arkansas Tech University.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, 33 design majors earned their bachelor's degree from ATU. Of these graduates, 61% were men and 39% were women.
The majority of bachelor's degree recipients in this major at ATU are white. In the most recent graduating class for which data is available, 67% of students fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Arkansas Tech University with a bachelor's in design.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 3 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 22 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 3 |
| Other Races | 4 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Fine & Studio Arts | 11 |
| Other Visual Art | 4 |
| Music | 2 |
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