Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's degree · Pellissippi State Community College · Knoxville, TN
How this program compares
Graduates of the associate's degree program in Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities at Pellissippi State Community College earn a median of $26,757 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 $6,625, about 25% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (Associate's degree) at other Tennessee schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Austin Peay State University Clarksville | $30,708 | $16,595 |
| Nashville State Community College Nashville | $29,280 | $10,500 |
| Southwest Tennessee Community College Memphis | $28,980 | — |
| Jackson State Community College Jackson | $27,378 | — |
| Motlow State Community College Tullahoma | $26,915 | $3,500 |
| Dyersburg State Community College Dyersburg | $26,735 | $6,372 |
| Columbia State Community College Columbia | $26,438 | $7,601 |
| Volunteer State Community College Gallatin | $26,355 | $6,000 |
| Chattanooga State Community College Chattanooga | $25,797 | $10,243 |
| Roane State Community College Harriman | $25,289 | $8,000 |
| Walters State Community College Morristown | $24,893 | — |
| Northeast State Community College Blountville | $24,152 | $3,500 |
| Cumberland University Lebanon | $22,849 | $9,400 |
| Cleveland State Community College Cleveland | $18,249 | $8,125 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities graduates from Pellissippi State Community College make?
The median salary is $26,757 one year after graduation and $40,135 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $6,625.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.