Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Bachelor's degree · Murray State University · Murray, KY
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities at Murray State University earn a median of $34,304 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 $23,500, about 69% of first-year earnings.
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (Bachelor's degree) at other Kentucky schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Thomas More University Crestview Hills | $62,607 | $19,372 |
| Northern Kentucky University Highland Heights | $37,602 | $22,100 |
| Eastern Kentucky University Richmond | $35,958 | $20,472 |
| Western Kentucky University Bowling Green | $35,746 | $26,000 |
| University of Kentucky Lexington | $33,700 | $23,500 |
| Morehead State University Morehead | $30,055 | $21,836 |
| University of Louisville Louisville | $22,239 | $24,594 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities graduates from Murray State University make?
The median salary is $34,304 one year after graduation and $44,106 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $23,500.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.