Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

Master's degree · New York University · New York, NY

CIP 24.01

$40,856Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$66,958Median earnings 4 years after
$85,021Median earnings 5 years after
$81,615Median federal debt
104Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities at New York University earn a median of $40,856 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $65,716 four years after graduating (middle half: $45,452–$93,350). Median debt is $81,615, about 200% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (Master's degree) at other New York schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Stony Brook University
Stony Brook
$74,387$19,633
CUNY Graduate School and University Center
New York
$59,752$21,000

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities graduates from New York University make?

The median salary is $40,856 one year after graduation and $85,021 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $81,615.

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