Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Bachelor's degree · Columbia College · Columbia, MO
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities at Columbia College earn a median of $45,133 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 $21,494, about 48% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (Bachelor's degree) at other Missouri schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| William Jewell College Liberty | $50,663 | $25,000 |
| Saint Louis University Saint Louis | $48,829 | $42,125 |
| University of Missouri-Kansas City Kansas City | $39,992 | $17,291 |
| University of Missouri-Columbia Columbia | $39,317 | $20,500 |
| University of Missouri-St Louis Saint Louis | $38,332 | $27,000 |
| University of Central Missouri Warrensburg | $36,845 | $21,023 |
| Missouri Southern State University Joplin | $36,783 | $21,604 |
| Missouri Baptist University Saint Louis | $35,595 | $22,000 |
| Southeast Missouri State University Cape Girardeau | $35,464 | $22,000 |
| Missouri State University-Springfield Springfield | $33,014 | $22,588 |
| Lincoln University Jefferson City | $21,282 | $33,472 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities graduates from Columbia College make?
The median salary is $45,133 one year after graduation and $54,849 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $21,494.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.