Liberal Arts programs in New York produce graduates with median earnings of $43,142, ranging from $27,165 to $60,423 across 20 institutions. This significant variation in program outcomes—nearly $33,000 between the highest and lowest performing programs—demonstrates how institutional choice directly impacts career earnings potential for Liberal Arts graduates.
Leading the list is Cuny Bernard M Baruch College, achieving the highest program earnings at $60,423. The top tier includes New York University at $54,415 and St. Francis College at $52,107, with these programs delivering career outcomes that exceed the national Liberal Arts average by $5,760. Public universities represent 45% of ranked programs, while private colleges comprise 55% of the top performers.
| Rank | School | Location | Earnings | Net Price | Acceptance Rate | Grad Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #21 | Cortland, NY | $44,687 Median Liberal Arts Earnings | $12,550 | 59.8% | 68.0% | |
| #22 | Geneva, NY | $42,682 Median Liberal Arts Earnings | $14,650 | 64.0% | 77.3% | |
| #23 | Roberts Wesleyan UniversityPrivate | Rochester, NY | $40,527 Median Liberal Arts Earnings | $22,922 | 70.6% | 66.7% |
| #24 | New York, NY | $34,704 Median Liberal Arts Earnings | $1,073 | 57.1% | 55.8% | |
| #25 | Daemen UniversityPrivate | Amherst, NY | $28,236 Median Liberal Arts Earnings | $10,773 | 68.3% | 58.9% |
| #26 | Utica UniversityPrivate | Utica, NY | $23,649 Median Liberal Arts Earnings | $13,290 | 92.0% | 56.2% |
| #27 | Fordham UniversityPrivate | Bronx, NY | $21,894 Median Liberal Arts Earnings | $32,474 | 59.3% | 81.9% |
| #28 | New Paltz, NY | $21,052 Median Liberal Arts Earnings | $10,541 | 61.6% | 71.6% |
