Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Bachelor's degree · Northwestern State University of Louisiana · Natchitoches, LA
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities at Northwestern State University of Louisiana earn a median of $32,688 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 $26,528, about 81% of first-year earnings.
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (Bachelor's degree) at other Louisiana schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Louisiana at Monroe Monroe | $35,951 | $23,747 |
| McNeese State University Lake Charles | $35,282 | $24,377 |
| Louisiana State University-Shreveport Shreveport | $34,855 | $20,000 |
| Southeastern Louisiana University Hammond | $33,705 | $21,924 |
| Louisiana State University at Alexandria Alexandria | $32,463 | $19,597 |
| University of Louisiana at Lafayette Lafayette | $31,419 | $23,961 |
| Southern University at New Orleans New Orleans | $25,777 | $36,000 |
| Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College Baton Rouge | $24,879 | $19,575 |
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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 $32,688 one year after graduation and $47,139 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $26,528.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.