Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

Master's degree · Harvard University · Cambridge, MA

CIP 24.01

$68,115Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$92,158Median earnings 4 years after
$88,617Median earnings 5 years after
$25,780Median federal debt
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How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities at Harvard University earn a median of $68,115 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 $25,780, about 38% 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 Harvard University make?

The median salary is $68,115 one year after graduation and $88,617 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $25,780.

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