Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's degree · Southwestern Oregon Community College · Coos Bay, OR
How this program compares
Graduates of the associate's degree program in Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities at Southwestern Oregon Community College earn a median of $27,511 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 $10,862, 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 Oregon schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Portland Community College Portland | $30,852 | $12,448 |
| Central Oregon Community College Bend | $29,560 | $11,500 |
| Chemeketa Community College Salem | $29,163 | $12,000 |
| Umpqua Community College Roseburg | $27,211 | $8,455 |
| Rogue Community College Grants Pass | $26,778 | $11,114 |
| Blue Mountain Community College Pendleton | $25,872 | $14,259 |
| Treasure Valley Community College Ontario | $24,850 | $12,000 |
| Mt Hood Community College Gresham | $24,658 | $7,773 |
| Linn-Benton Community College Albany | $24,383 | $10,489 |
| Klamath Community College Klamath Falls | $24,370 | $12,500 |
| Clatsop Community College Astoria | $23,808 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities graduates from Southwestern Oregon Community College make?
The median salary is $27,511 one year after graduation and $37,870 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $10,862.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.