Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's degree · Pearl River Community College · Poplarville, MS
How this program compares
Graduates of the associate's degree program in Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities at Pearl River Community College earn a median of $19,354 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 $7,964, about 41% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (Associate's degree) at other Mississippi schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Holmes Community College Goodman | $25,496 | $8,411 |
| Meridian Community College Meridian | $24,817 | — |
| Jones County Junior College Ellisville | $23,319 | — |
| Northeast Mississippi Community College Booneville | $21,819 | $6,815 |
| Northwest Mississippi Community College Senatobia | $21,515 | $5,952 |
| Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College Perkinston | $21,260 | $8,250 |
| Hinds Community College Raymond | $20,965 | $8,103 |
| Coahoma Community College Clarksdale | $20,069 | — |
| Itawamba Community College Fulton | $19,091 | $6,500 |
| Mississippi Delta Community College Moorhead | $18,965 | — |
| East Central Community College Decatur | $17,810 | $5,279 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities graduates from Pearl River Community College make?
The median salary is $19,354 one year after graduation and $33,081 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $7,964.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.