Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's degree · Polk State College · Winter Haven, FL
How this program compares
Graduates of the associate's degree program in Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities at Polk State College earn a median of $27,184 one year after completing the program. 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 $6,599, about 24% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (Associate's degree) at other Florida schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Saint Leo University Saint Leo | $41,989 | $24,000 |
| University of West Florida Pensacola | $31,140 | $14,000 |
| The College of the Florida Keys Key West | $30,933 | — |
| Florida State College at Jacksonville Jacksonville | $30,678 | $10,500 |
| Hillsborough College Tampa | $30,406 | $9,500 |
| Palm Beach State College Lake Worth | $29,805 | $6,139 |
| North Florida College Madison | $29,129 | — |
| St Petersburg College St. Petersburg | $29,069 | $12,000 |
| Daytona State College Daytona Beach | $28,917 | $6,750 |
| Broward College Fort Lauderdale | $28,775 | $5,500 |
| Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale | $28,122 | $20,000 |
| Gulf Coast State College Panama City | $28,078 | $6,068 |
| Seminole State College of Florida Sanford | $27,926 | $9,124 |
| Florida SouthWestern State College Fort Myers | $27,740 | $7,000 |
| Pasco-Hernando State College New Port Richey | $27,253 | $8,125 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities graduates from Polk State College make?
The median salary is $27,184 one year after graduation and $42,129 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $6,599.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.