Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's degree · Kirkwood Community College · Cedar Rapids, IA
How this program compares
Graduates of the associate's degree program in Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities at Kirkwood Community College earn a median of $29,838 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 $10,402, about 35% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (Associate's degree) at other Iowa schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa Lakes Community College Estherville | $31,966 | $11,000 |
| Western Iowa Tech Community College Sioux City | $31,936 | $11,034 |
| Des Moines Area Community College Ankeny | $31,453 | $9,500 |
| Hawkeye Community College Waterloo | $30,321 | $11,987 |
| Marshalltown Community College Marshalltown | $29,836 | $8,962 |
| Southwestern Community College Creston | $28,706 | $9,913 |
| Iowa Western Community College Council Bluffs | $28,291 | $10,958 |
| Eastern Iowa Community College District Davenport | $27,697 | $10,000 |
| Northwest Iowa Community College Sheldon | $27,677 | $7,800 |
| Indian Hills Community College Ottumwa | $27,483 | $9,500 |
| North Iowa Area Community College Mason City | $27,433 | $8,250 |
| Southeastern Community College West Burlington | $24,968 | $9,700 |
| Iowa Central Community College Fort Dodge | $23,747 | $11,000 |
| Ellsworth Community College Iowa Falls | $22,519 | $12,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities graduates from Kirkwood Community College make?
The median salary is $29,838 one year after graduation and $43,552 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $10,402.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.