Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's degree · Ozarks Technical Community College · Springfield, MO
How this program compares
Graduates of the associate's degree program in Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities at Ozarks Technical Community College earn a median of $26,787 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 $10,493, about 39% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (Associate's degree) at other Missouri schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Columbia College Columbia | $47,598 | $17,447 |
| Three Rivers College Poplar Bluff | $28,645 | $8,171 |
| Missouri State University-West Plains West Plains | $28,365 | $9,625 |
| Metropolitan Community College-Kansas City Kansas City | $28,092 | $7,381 |
| East Central College Union | $28,037 | $7,820 |
| Crowder College Neosho | $26,643 | $7,365 |
| State Fair Community College Sedalia | $26,386 | $9,000 |
| Moberly Area Community College Moberly | $26,306 | $9,494 |
| St Charles Community College Cottleville | $25,968 | $5,500 |
| Saint Louis Community College Bridgeton | $25,841 | $5,250 |
| Mineral Area College Park Hills | $25,462 | $6,624 |
| Jefferson College Hillsboro | $24,813 | $7,000 |
| North Central Missouri College Trenton | $24,483 | $7,200 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities graduates from Ozarks Technical Community College make?
The median salary is $26,787 one year after graduation and $36,903 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $10,493.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.