Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

Master's degree · University of Chicago · Chicago, IL

CIP 24.01

$26,094Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$60,106Median earnings 4 years after
$62,989Median earnings 5 years after
$64,299Median federal debt
137Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities at University of Chicago earn a median of $26,094 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $65,716 four years after graduating (middle half: $45,452–$93,350). Median debt is $64,299, about 246% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (Master's degree) at other Illinois schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
DePaul University
Chicago
$62,334$74,928
North Central College
Naperville
$48,607—

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities graduates from University of Chicago make?

The median salary is $26,094 one year after graduation and $62,989 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $64,299.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.