Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

Master's degree · Fort Hays State University · Hays, KS

CIP 24.01

$56,503Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$65,851Median earnings 4 years after

$68,651Median earnings 5 years after

$24,600Median federal debt

23Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities at Fort Hays State University earn a median of $56,503 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 $24,600, about 44% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities graduates from Fort Hays State University make?

The median salary is $56,503 one year after graduation and $68,651 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $24,600.

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