Liberal Arts programs in the Northeast produce graduates with career earnings ranging from $40,342 to $120,959 ten years after enrollment. Across 56 programs in the region, this variation demonstrates significant differences in program outcomes, with graduates earning a median of $63,739—$7,922 higher than the national average for Liberal Arts majors.
Leading the list is Bentley University with program earnings of $87,110, followed by Drexel University at $68,338 and Yale University at $61,133. The Northeast's balanced mix of 50% public universities and 50% private colleges creates diverse pathways for students, with top-performing programs demonstrating how institutional focus directly impacts graduate career outcomes and median earnings potential.
| Rank | School | Location | Earnings | Net Price | Acceptance Rate | Grad Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #81 | Dean CollegePrivate | Franklin, MA | $26,933 Median Liberal Arts Earnings | $26,996 | 73.7% | 53.6% |
| #82 | Utica UniversityPrivate | Utica, NY | $23,649 Median Liberal Arts Earnings | $13,290 | 92.0% | 56.2% |
| #83 | Fordham UniversityPrivate | Bronx, NY | $21,894 Median Liberal Arts Earnings | $32,474 | 59.3% | 81.9% |
| #84 | New Paltz, NY | $21,052 Median Liberal Arts Earnings | $10,541 | 61.6% | 71.6% |
