The Modern College of Design ★ Hidden gem
Kettering, Ohio · Private, for-profit · 211 undergraduates
All 1 programs with reported earnings leave graduates out-earning a typical Ohio high-school graduate (about $36,082/yr). Another 1 programs did not have enough data to judge.
What families actually pay
| Family income | Net price per year |
|---|---|
| Under $30k | $32,744 |
| $30k to $48k | $36,016 |
| $48k to $75k | $41,404 |
| $75k to $110k | $43,044 |
| $110k and up | $43,618 |
| All families (average) | $39,359 |
Net price is the yearly cost after grants and scholarships, by family income (College Scorecard). Credit: TuitionTracker.
Program earnings vs a high-school graduate
| Program | Credential | Median earnings | vs HS grad | Verdict | Median debt | Payback |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Design and Applied Arts | Associate's Degree | $39,430 | +$3,348 | clears the bar | $5,500 | 1.6 yrs |
Access and outcomes: 53% of students receive Pell grants · 69% complete their program.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (release 2026-06-10). Earnings are median earnings of graduates measured up to four years after completing, compared to the state high-school-graduate earnings threshold. Figures describe past graduates and are never a promise. Method: methodology. Something look wrong? Report it.