Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's degree · Northwestern State University of Louisiana · Natchitoches, LA
How this program compares
Graduates of the associate's degree program in Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities at Northwestern State University of Louisiana earn a median of $34,148 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 $19,360, about 57% of first-year earnings.
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (Associate's degree) at other Louisiana schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| McNeese State University Lake Charles | $37,650 | $16,705 |
| Baton Rouge Community College Baton Rouge | $28,650 | $12,500 |
| Bossier Parish Community College Bossier City | $27,632 | $15,113 |
| Louisiana State University-Eunice Eunice | $27,391 | $11,017 |
| Louisiana Delta Community College Monroe | $27,141 | $13,350 |
| Delgado Community College New Orleans | $26,311 | $19,867 |
| Nunez Community College Chalmette | $24,843 | $11,490 |
| South Louisiana Community College Lafayette | $21,569 | $15,210 |
| Southern University at Shreveport Shreveport | $17,392 | $18,875 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities graduates from Northwestern State University of Louisiana make?
The median salary is $34,148 one year after graduation and $45,068 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $19,360.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.