Industrial and Product Design at Columbus College of Art & Design in Columbus, OH

Visual & Performing Arts Bachelor's CIP 50.0404

Total Graduates

10

Class of 2023

Male Graduates

80%

8 of 10

Female Graduates

20%

2 of 10

Annual Tuition

$39,150

In-state rate

Program Popularity

#37
of 58 colleges nationally
36.2%
Produces more graduates than 36.2% of colleges offering this program
1,176
Total national graduates (Bachelor's)

Program Overview

Program Details

Program Name Industrial and Product Design.
Degree Level Bachelor's
CIP Code 50.0404
Program Family Visual & Performing Arts

Recent Outcomes

Total Completions 10 graduates
Award Year 2023
Gender Distribution 80% male, 20% female

Salary & Earnings

Typical earnings for occupations related to this program

Graphic designers

Primary Occupation
$61,300
Median Annual Salary
$37,600 $103,030
10th percentile 90th percentile
214,260 employed nationally +2.1% projected growth

Related Occupations

Art, drama, and music teachers, postsecondary +1.7%
$80,190
Commercial and industrial designers +3.2%
$79,450
Designers, all other +2%
$66,220

Salary data reflects typical earnings for related occupations nationally, not specific earnings of graduates from this institution. Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (2024).

Career Outcomes for Graduates

Primary Career Path

Average Starting Salary

$80,190

10-Year Job Growth

+1.7%

Career Readiness Score

70/100
100% Program Match

Related Career Paths

Career Title Starting Salary Growth Rate Skill Match Mapping
$64,152+1.7%
75%
primary100% confidence
$63,560+3.2%
75%
primary100% confidence
$52,976+2%
0%
primary100% confidence
Graphic Designers SOC: 27-1024
$49,040+2.1%
75%
primary100% confidence

Salary Progression

Starting Salary

$60,143

Peak Salary

$100,238

Total Growth

+67%

Skills You'll Gain

Skills Covered in Program (10)

Speaking
Instructing
Learning Strategies
Active Listening
Active Learning
Reading Comprehension
Writing
Monitoring
Time Management
Critical Thinking

Career Preparation

This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.

Career Readiness Assessment

Technical Skills Alignment

75%

Education Level Match

85%

Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.

Is This Career Right for You?

Interest Profile (Holland Codes)

A
Artistic
S
Social
I
Investigative

creative expression and innovation; helping and working with people; research, analysis, and problem-solving

What does this mean? ▼

This career is best suited for people who enjoy:

  • Creative design
  • Artistic expression
  • Helping others
  • Teaching
  • Conducting research
  • Solving complex problems

Ideal Candidate Profile

👤 Personality Traits

Creative
Imaginative
Empathetic
Patient
Analytical
Curious

💡 Interests

Creative design
Artistic expression
Helping others
Teaching
Conducting research
Solving complex problems

Work Values

Speaking
Instructing
Active Listening
Helping others
Knowledge
Creativity

Ask Yourself These Questions

1

Do you enjoy creative expression and innovation; helping and working with people; research, analysis, and problem-solving?

2

Do you value speaking?

3

Are you willing to develop the technical skills required for this field?

This Career May Be Great For You If:

  • Analytical thinkers who enjoy problem-solving
  • Creative individuals who value originality
  • People-oriented individuals who enjoy helping others

Consider These Challenges:

  • Those who prefer routine tasks
  • Those who prefer structured, rule-based environments
  • Those who prefer working independently
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Note: This assessment is based on typical requirements and characteristics for careers in this field. Individual experiences may vary. Consider your own interests, values, and goals when making career decisions.

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