Digital Arts at New Mexico State University-Dona Ana in Las Cruces, NM

Visual & Performing Arts CERTIFICATE CIP 50.0102

Total Graduates

Class of 2025

Male Graduates

25%

1 of 4

Female Graduates

75%

3 of 4

Annual Tuition & Fees

$2,718

In-state, incl. fees

How to read these numbers

Total Graduates counts the students who completed the Digital Arts. credential during the 2025 academic year, not those currently enrolled or applied. Programs of this size can be excellent — often with closer faculty contact — but the small cohort means year-over-year completion counts can swing significantly. The gender split is based on completers in this single award year and can shift meaningfully year to year — especially in smaller cohorts — so read the percentages as a recent snapshot rather than a fixed property of the program. The $2,718 figure is the published annual tuition and required fees — what the school officially charges before financial aid. Most students pay less once federal Pell grants, state aid, and institutional scholarships are applied, so treat this as a starting point rather than an expected out-of-pocket cost. Because every accredited college reports the same fields to IPEDS each year, you can compare New Mexico State University-Dona Ana's figures against similar programs at other schools on a like-for-like basis.

Program Overview

Program Details

Program Name Digital Arts.

Degree Level CERTIFICATE

CIP Code 50.0102

Program Family Visual & Performing Arts

Recent Outcomes

Total Completions 4 graduates

Award Year 2025

Gender Distribution 25% male, 75% female

Career Outcomes for Graduates

Primary Career Path

🎯

Art Directors

Average Starting Salary

$111,040

10-Year Job Growth

+4.2%

Career Readiness Score

70/100

100% Program Match

Related Career Paths

Showing top 5 of 6 careers

Career Title	Starting Salary	Growth Rate	Skill Match	Mapping
Art Directors SOC: 27-1011	$88,832	+4.2%	75%	primary100% confidence
Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary SOC: 25-1121	$64,152	+1.7%	75%	primary100% confidence
Artists and Related Workers, All Other SOC: 27-1019	$58,208	+0.8%	0%	primary100% confidence
Graphic Designers SOC: 27-1024	$49,040	+2.1%	75%	primary100% confidence
Photographers SOC: 27-4021	$34,016	+1.8%	75%	primary100% confidence

Salary Progression

Starting Salary

$83,280

Peak Salary

$138,800

Total Growth

+67%

Skills You'll Gain

✓ Skills Covered in Program (8)

● Active Listening

● Speaking

● Judgment and Decision Making

● Critical Thinking

● Reading Comprehension

● Coordination

● Time Management

● Complex Problem Solving

ℹ 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.

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Institution

School Name New Mexico State University-Dona Ana

Location Las Cruces, NM

Cost Information

In-State Tuition and Fees $2,718

Out-of-State Tuition and Fees $6,360

Average Net Price $7,936

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Program Information

CIP Code: 50.0102

CIP Family: 50

IPEDS ID: