Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's degree · University of Arkansas-Fort Smith · Fort Smith, AR
How this program compares
Graduates of the associate's degree program in Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities at University of Arkansas-Fort Smith earn a median of $23,787. Nationally, associate's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $44,125 four years after graduating (middle half: $28,893–$61,611). Median debt is $12,390, about 52% of first-year earnings.
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (Associate's degree) at other Arkansas schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Arkansas Tech University Russellville | $36,292 | $21,170 |
| Black River Technical College Pocahontas | $33,747 | $8,615 |
| NorthWest Arkansas Community College Bentonville | $30,703 | $8,000 |
| University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College North Little Rock | $30,396 | $14,500 |
| Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas De Queen | $29,547 | — |
| Arkansas State University-Mountain Home Mountain Home | $28,907 | $12,450 |
| University of Arkansas Community College-Morrilton Morrilton | $27,710 | $8,560 |
| North Arkansas College Harrison | $27,317 | $7,075 |
| Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas Helena | $27,137 | — |
| Arkansas State University-Newport Newport | $25,601 | $6,250 |
| National Park College Hot Springs | $25,253 | $11,500 |
| Arkansas State University-Beebe Beebe | $24,763 | $8,000 |
| University of Arkansas-East Arkansas Community College Forrest City | $23,903 | — |
| Arkansas Northeastern College Blytheville | $23,835 | — |
| University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain Mena | $17,381 | — |
Highest-paying Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities programs nationwide →
Other programs at University of Arkansas-Fort Smith
- Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingBachelor's degree
$69,618 - Dental Support Services and Allied ProfessionsBachelor's degree
$58,380 - Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment ProfessionsBachelor's degree
$54,484 - Computer and Information Sciences, GeneralBachelor's degree
$51,896 - Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment ProfessionsAssociate's degree
$45,967 - Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and MethodsBachelor's degree
$40,565 - Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject AreasBachelor's degree
$40,525 - Business Administration, Management and OperationsBachelor's degree
$39,057 - Criminal Justice and CorrectionsBachelor's degree
$33,460 - Social WorkBachelor's degree
$32,532 - Psychology, GeneralBachelor's degree
$29,853 - Communication and Media StudiesBachelor's degree
$28,951 - Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesBachelor's degree
$26,728 - Biology, GeneralBachelor's degree
$26,541 - HistoryBachelor's degree
$26,445 - ChemistryBachelor's degree
$22,255 - Design and Applied ArtsBachelor's degree
$30,098 - Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, OtherAssociate's degree
$41,202 - Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/TechniciansAssociate's degree
$29,453 - Engineering, GeneralAssociate's degree
$75,794
Frequently asked questions
How much do Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities graduates from University of Arkansas-Fort Smith make?
The median salary is $23,787 and $38,059 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $12,390.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.