Hawaii · Design and Applied Arts

Best Design and Applied Arts institutions in Hawaii, ranked by earnings

The Design and Applied Arts program focuses on the intersection of design and practical application, teaching students how to create aesthetically pleasing objects for everyday use. This program is ideal for individuals interested in…

Institutions
3
offering CIP 50.04
States offered
9
with a program page
Degrees / yr
25
IPEDS completions 2026
Median grad earnings
1 year after graduation
With earnings data
0
College Scorecard
Median net price
$25,919
IPEDS 2026
Avg graduation rate
44%
IPEDS 2026
State pay · Graphic Designers
$57,840
BLS OEWS 2024

3 institutions offering Design and Applied Arts in Hawaii

Graduate earnings are not yet reported for these institutions; ordered by completions.

#InstitutionGrad earnings (1 yr)CompletionsGrad rateNet priceMedian debt
1Brigham Young University - Hawaii
Laie Private not-for-profit
2053%$13,884
2Chaminade University of Honolulu
Honolulu Private not-for-profit
455%$25,919
3Honolulu Community College
Honolulu Public
125%

Career outlook

What this program leads to: Graphic Designers (SOC 27-1024).

Projected growth (2024–2034)
+2.1%
About as fast as average
Openings / yr (US)
~20,000
BLS Employment Projections
US median wage
$61,300
typically Bachelor's degree

Top skills

Active ListeningSpeakingCritical ThinkingWritingActive LearningReading Comprehension

What Graphic Designers earn in Hawaii

Jobs in Hawaii
510
BLS OEWS May 2024
State average pay
$57,840
median $51,630
Best-paying metro
$63,910
Kahului-Wailuku, HI

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Common questions

Answers for students comparing Design and Applied Arts programs in Hawaii.

How much do Graphic Designers earn in Hawaii?+

The average annual wage for Graphic Designers in Hawaii is $57,840 (median $51,630), across about 510 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2024.

What is the focus of the Design and Applied Arts program?+

The Design and Applied Arts program focuses on the intersection of design and practical application, teaching students how to create aesthetically pleasing objects for everyday use. This program is ideal for individuals interested in…

What skills will I develop in this program?+

You will develop active listening, speaking, critical thinking, writing, and related professional skills.

What is the job outlook for Graphic Designers?+

The national job outlook is about +2.1% growth with around 20,000 annual openings (BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034).

What is the typical education requirement?+

A Bachelor's degree is the typical entry-level education for this field (BLS).

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