Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

Bachelor's degree · University of Kansas · Lawrence, KS

CIP 24.01

$42,527Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$58,777Median earnings 4 years after
$57,045Median earnings 5 years after
$19,282Median federal debt
83Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities at University of Kansas earn a median of $42,527 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 $19,282, about 45% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Fort Hays State University
Hays
$42,795$18,625
Friends University
Wichita
$41,734$22,804
Baker University
Baldwin City
$40,704$25,562
Emporia State University
Emporia
$38,423$21,844
Pittsburg State University
Pittsburg
$36,597$19,750

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Frequently asked questions

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

The median salary is $42,527 one year after graduation and $57,045 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $19,282.

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