Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

Associate's degree · Helena College University of Montana · Helena, MT

CIP 24.01

$31,290Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$39,893Median earnings 4 years after
$39,318Median earnings 5 years after
$12,000Median federal debt
42Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the associate's degree program in Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities at Helena College University of Montana earn a median of $31,290 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 $12,000, about 38% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (Associate's degree) at other Montana schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Montana State University
Bozeman
$33,040$12,000
The University of Montana
Missoula
$30,794$17,449
Flathead Valley Community College
Kalispell
$30,079$10,833
Dawson Community College
Glendive
$25,631$10,065

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities graduates from Helena College University of Montana make?

The median salary is $31,290 one year after graduation and $39,318 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $12,000.

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