Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's degree · Mount Wachusett Community College · Gardner, MA
How this program compares
Graduates of the associate's degree program in Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities at Mount Wachusett Community College earn a median of $28,600 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 $9,825, about 34% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (Associate's degree) at other Massachusetts schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Harvard University Cambridge | $40,995 | $12,500 |
| Bunker Hill Community College Boston | $38,348 | $8,000 |
| Massachusetts Bay Community College Wellesley Hills | $37,790 | $6,500 |
| Quinsigamond Community College Worcester | $33,524 | $13,708 |
| North Shore Community College Danvers | $33,353 | $8,000 |
| Northern Essex Community College Haverhill | $31,549 | $8,585 |
| Middlesex Community College Bedford | $31,451 | $6,310 |
| Bristol Community College Fall River | $31,206 | $5,700 |
| Springfield Technical Community College Springfield | $30,413 | $6,734 |
| Massasoit Community College Brockton | $28,529 | $9,425 |
| Holyoke Community College Holyoke | $25,779 | $7,184 |
| Cape Cod Community College West Barnstable | $23,563 | $7,640 |
| Berkshire Community College Pittsfield | $18,571 | $9,500 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities graduates from Mount Wachusett Community College make?
The median salary is $28,600 one year after graduation and $37,114 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $9,825.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.