We know that choosing the right degree is complex. One particularly important factor in this process is determining the financial commitment you will have to make to complete a program, and which one gives you the best return on your investment once you graduate. Of course, it's also essential to investigate scholarships and financial aid to offset tuition. Here are the typical costs for a liberal arts and humanities degree:

average yearly tuition as per the most recent US census data
$ 8,884 per year
Average in-state tuition in 2017

8% above average compared to other degrees

$ 20,876 per year
Average out-of-state tuition in 2017

6% above average compared to other degrees

$ 32,859 per year
Average private tuition in 2017

7% above average compared to other degrees

What do liberal arts and humanities graduates earn?

Liberal arts and humanities students make an average of $56,023 per year after graduation. This is 16% below average compared to other undergraduate degrees.

$ 56,023 per year
Average graduate salary in 2024

Bottom 30% of degrees

N/A
% of people underpaid in 2019

0% above average compared to other degrees

Satisfaction

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