Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Bachelor's degree · Fairmont State University · Fairmont, WV
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities at Fairmont State University earn a median of $33,815 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $53,072 four years after graduating (middle half: $35,750–$73,322). Median debt is $23,000, about 68% of first-year earnings.
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (Bachelor's degree) at other West Virginia schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| American Public University System Charles Town | $62,059 | — |
| West Virginia State University Institute | $41,319 | $24,750 |
| West Liberty University West Liberty | $37,379 | $27,042 |
| West Virginia University Morgantown | $34,883 | $20,180 |
| West Virginia University Institute of Technology Beckley | $34,883 | $20,180 |
| Potomac State College of West Virginia University Keyser | $34,883 | $20,180 |
| Shepherd University Shepherdstown | $33,587 | $21,350 |
| West Virginia University at Parkersburg Parkersburg | $32,909 | $17,055 |
| Concord University Athens | $32,499 | $15,869 |
| Marshall University Huntington | $32,282 | $23,758 |
| Bluefield State University Bluefield | $25,677 | $19,426 |
| Glenville State University Glenville | $24,636 | $19,824 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities graduates from Fairmont State University make?
The median salary is $33,815 one year after graduation and $44,626 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $23,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.