Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Bachelor's degree · Northeastern Illinois University · Chicago, IL
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities at Northeastern Illinois University earn a median of $42,976 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $53,072 four years after graduating (middle half: $35,750–$73,322). Median debt is $12,500, about 29% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (Bachelor's degree) at other Illinois schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| DePaul University Chicago | $84,066 | $37,499 |
| Saint Xavier University Chicago | $51,054 | $26,000 |
| Chicago State University Chicago | $45,762 | $37,279 |
| Aurora University Aurora | $44,614 | $23,313 |
| Governors State University University Park | $42,107 | $26,500 |
| Eastern Illinois University Charleston | $40,273 | $18,750 |
| Western Illinois University Macomb | $38,196 | $25,000 |
| Southern Illinois University-Carbondale Carbondale | $37,545 | $27,900 |
| Illinois State University Normal | $31,745 | $20,331 |
| Northern Illinois University Dekalb | $29,426 | $25,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities graduates from Northeastern Illinois University make?
The median salary is $42,976 one year after graduation and $45,509 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $12,500.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.