Best Liberal Arts Colleges in the South (2026)
Updated
Regional list from Best Liberal Arts Colleges in the United States
This page ranks the 161 schools in the South that offer a Liberal Arts program, ordered by median earnings of Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing. Georgetown University leads the list at $112,722, followed by Emory University at $90,025 and Life University at $78,151.
Across the 155 schools with a reported completion median, median earnings range from $112,722 to $20,140, with a median of $47,575. For 13 of the 161 listed schools the figure is the two-year completion median rather than the four-year one.
Public institutions account for 110 of the schools and private nonprofits for 51. Georgetown University posts the highest six-year completion rate at 95%, while Louisiana State University-Shreveport carries the lowest average net price at $7,022.
On Azimuth's composite ranking among the 1,467 public and private nonprofit four-year institutions Azimuth ranks nationally, The University of Texas at Arlington ranks 8th.
The ranked list
| Rank | School | Median Liberal Arts Earnings | Average net price | Net price, families under $30K | Admission rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Georgetown University · Washington, DC | $112,722 | $40,815 | $5,064 | 12.9% |
| Georgetown University reports $112,722 in median earnings for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing, alongside a 95% six-year completion rate. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (18 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($112,722) | |||||
| 2 | Emory University · Atlanta, GA | $90,025 | $22,585 | $7,363 | 10.7% |
| With an admission rate of 11%, Emory University posts $90,025 in median earnings for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (8 graduates) | |||||
| 3 | Life University · Marietta, GA | $78,151 | $29,791 | $28,151 | 93.0% |
| Life University admits 93% of applicants and its Liberal Arts graduates earn a median of $78,151 four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (34 graduates) | |||||
| 4 | The University of Texas at Austin · Austin, TX | $73,089 | $19,857 | $12,553 | 26.6% |
| The University of Texas at Austin ranks 9th on Azimuth's composite ranking among nonprofit four-year institutions and reports $73,089 in median earnings for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (253 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($73,089) | |||||
| 5 | University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill · Chapel Hill, NC | $72,422 | $11,655 | $2,004 | 15.3% |
| University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill carries an average net price of $2,004 for families earning under $30,000, and its Liberal Arts graduates earn a median of $72,422 four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (45 graduates) | |||||
| 6 | Ave Maria University · Ave Maria, FL | $67,139 | $24,860 | $18,761 | 41.4% |
| Ave Maria University shows a six-year completion rate of 54% and median earnings of $67,139 for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (8 graduates) | |||||
| 7 | North Carolina State University at Raleigh · Raleigh, NC | $65,594 | $17,303 | $6,382 | 41.7% |
| A public university in Raleigh, North Carolina State University at Raleigh reports $65,594 in median earnings for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing and an average net price of $17,303. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (31 graduates) | |||||
| 8 | University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus · Norman, OK | $65,474 | $15,300 | $10,509 | 76.6% |
| University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus graduates 75% of its students within six years and its Liberal Arts completers earn a median of $65,474 four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (217 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($65,474) | |||||
| 9 | Trinity Washington University · Washington, DC | $62,755 | $9,302 | $7,928 | 99.5% |
| Trinity Washington University posts an average net price of $9,302 and median earnings of $62,755 for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (7 graduates) | |||||
| 10 | University of St Thomas · Houston, TX | $61,219 | $19,359 | $18,441 | 89.9% |
| University of St Thomas ranks 421st on Azimuth's composite ranking among nonprofit four-year institutions, with its Liberal Arts graduates earning a median of $61,219 four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (30 graduates) | |||||
| 11 | George Mason University · Fairfax, VA | $61,100 | $17,915 | $11,942 | 87.5% |
| George Mason University admits 87% of applicants and its Liberal Arts graduates earn a median of $61,100 four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (321 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($61,100) | |||||
| 12 | Coppin State University · Baltimore, MD | $60,410 | $9,977 | $7,714 | 45.8% |
| Coppin State University reports an average net price of $7,714 for families earning under $30,000, and its Liberal Arts graduates earn a median of $60,410 four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (10 graduates) | |||||
| 13 | Belmont Abbey College · Belmont, NC | $60,199 | $24,639 | $20,610 | 74.7% |
| Belmont Abbey College, a private nonprofit college in Belmont, reports median earnings of $60,199 for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (25 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($60,199) | |||||
| 14 | University of South Florida · Tampa, FL | $59,587 | $9,812 | $4,122 | 43.2% |
| With a six-year completion rate of 77%, University of South Florida ranks 14th on this list and posts an average net price of $9,812. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (239 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($59,587) | |||||
| 15 | Saint Leo University · Saint Leo, FL | $59,222 | $21,293 | $19,602 | 78.4% |
| Saint Leo University admits 78% of applicants and shows median earnings of $59,222 for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (26 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($59,222) | |||||
| 16 | Thomas More University · Crestview Hills, KY | $58,853 | $21,835 | $15,841 | 90.4% |
| Ranking 16th on this list, Thomas More University reports an average net price of $21,835 and a six-year completion rate of 40%. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (26 graduates) | |||||
| 17 | Morgan State University · Baltimore, MD | $58,788 | $14,985 | $9,585 | 82.2% |
| Morgan State University ranks 148th on Azimuth's composite ranking among nonprofit four-year institutions and reports median earnings of $58,788 for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (77 graduates) | |||||
| 18 | University of Houston · Houston, TX | $58,450 | $14,276 | $10,929 | 73.9% |
| A public university in Houston, University of Houston graduates 65% of its students within six years and ranks 18th on this list. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (48 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($58,450) | |||||
| 19 | Texas Tech University · Lubbock, TX | $58,375 | $19,070 | $12,457 | 72.7% |
| Texas Tech University reports median earnings of $58,375 for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing, alongside an admission rate of 73%. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (230 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($58,375) | |||||
| 20 | James Madison University · Harrisonburg, VA | $58,026 | $23,322 | $11,444 | 71.5% |
| With an average net price of $23,322, James Madison University ranks 20th on this list and posts a six-year completion rate of 80%. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (243 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($58,026) | |||||
| 21 | West Virginia University · Morgantown, WV | $56,132 | $15,634 | $9,450 | 89.0% |
| West Virginia University admits 89% of applicants and reports median earnings of $56,132 for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (150 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($56,132) | |||||
| 22 | Oakwood University · Huntsville, AL | $55,834 | $25,669 | $23,999 | 45.2% |
| Ranking 22nd on this list, Oakwood University reports an average net price of $25,669 and a six-year completion rate of 45%. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (32 graduates) | |||||
| 23 | University of Miami · Coral Gables, FL | $55,625 | $37,244 | $15,978 | 18.9% |
| University of Miami ranks 285th on Azimuth's composite ranking among nonprofit four-year institutions and reports median earnings of $55,625 for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (29 graduates) | |||||
| 24 | University of North Texas · Denton, TX | $55,562 | $15,649 | $12,311 | 72.2% |
| A public university in Denton, University of North Texas graduates 61% of its students within six years and ranks 24th on this list. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (459 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($55,562) | |||||
| 25 | Delaware State University · Dover, DE | $55,509 | $13,910 | $11,135 | 46.6% |
| Delaware State University reports $55,509 in median earnings for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing, and an average net price of $13,910. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (36 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($55,509) | |||||
| 26 | Athens State University · Athens, AL | $55,507 | Not reported | Not reported | Not reported |
| Athens State University ranks 26th on this list and 491st on Azimuth's composite ranking among nonprofit four-year institutions, with median earnings of $55,507 for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (52 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($55,507) | |||||
| 27 | Notre Dame of Maryland University · Baltimore, MD | $55,294 | $19,169 | $11,843 | 82.2% |
| Notre Dame of Maryland University, a private nonprofit university in Baltimore, admits 82% of applicants and posts an average net price of $19,169. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (28 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($55,294) | |||||
| 28 | The University of Texas at Arlington · Arlington, TX | $54,975 | $13,951 | $11,893 | 79.9% |
| The University of Texas at Arlington ranks 8th on Azimuth's composite ranking among nonprofit four-year institutions, and its Liberal Arts graduates earn a median of $54,975 four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (237 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($54,975) | |||||
| 29 | University of Delaware · Newark, DE | $54,971 | $17,799 | $10,901 | 70.6% |
| University of Delaware graduates 81% of its students within six years, and its average net price is $17,799. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (17 graduates) | |||||
| 30 | Middle Tennessee State University · Murfreesboro, TN | $54,747 | $13,359 | $9,289 | 69.1% |
| Middle Tennessee State University reports $54,747 in median earnings for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing, alongside an average net price of $9,289 for families earning under $30,000. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (93 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($54,747) | |||||
| 31 | Hampton University · Hampton, VA | $54,437 | $25,319 | $32,101 | 62.3% |
| Hampton University admits 62% of applicants and its Liberal Arts graduates earn a median of $54,437 four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (40 graduates) | |||||
| 32 | University of Mary Washington · Fredericksburg, VA | $54,336 | $20,667 | $10,304 | 79.8% |
| With a six-year completion rate of 66%, University of Mary Washington ranks 32nd on this list and reports an average net price of $20,667. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (114 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($54,336) | |||||
| 33 | Tennessee State University · Nashville, TN | $54,249 | $15,796 | $15,005 | 70.1% |
| Tennessee State University posts an average net price of $15,005 for families earning under $30,000, and its Liberal Arts graduates earn a median of $54,249 four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (19 graduates) | |||||
| 34 | Lee University · Cleveland, TN | $54,203 | $18,878 | $12,834 | 70.5% |
| Lee University reports $54,203 in median earnings for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing, and a six-year completion rate of 63%. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (55 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($54,203) | |||||
| 35 | Texas State University · San Marcos, TX | $54,099 | $16,805 | $12,715 | 89.3% |
| Texas State University admits 89% of applicants and ranks 40th on Azimuth's composite ranking among nonprofit four-year institutions. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (157 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($54,099) | |||||
| 36 | Sam Houston State University · Huntsville, TX | $54,082 | $16,404 | $12,474 | 90.3% |
| Sam Houston State University reports $54,082 in median earnings for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing, and an average net price of $16,404. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (59 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($54,082) | |||||
| 37 | Frostburg State University · Frostburg, MD | $53,934 | $16,715 | $12,129 | 89.2% |
| Frostburg State University reports $53,934 in median earnings for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing, and an average net price of $16,715. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (59 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($53,934) | |||||
| 38 | Wayland Baptist University · Plainview, TX | $53,900 | $20,590 | $20,070 | 56.0% |
| A private nonprofit institution in Plainview, Wayland Baptist University admits 56% of applicants and graduates 19% of its students within six years. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (149 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($53,900) | |||||
| 39 | Lubbock Christian University · Lubbock, TX | $53,864 | $24,456 | $23,018 | 73.1% |
| Lubbock Christian University ranks 938th on Azimuth's composite ranking among nonprofit four-year institutions, alongside a six-year completion rate of 51%. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (15 graduates) | |||||
| 40 | The University of Texas at San Antonio · San Antonio, TX | $53,652 | $10,836 | $7,870 | 86.8% |
| With an average net price of $10,836, The University of Texas at San Antonio posts median earnings of $53,652 for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (138 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($53,652) | |||||
| 41 | Texas Woman's University · Denton, TX | $53,626 | $11,963 | $9,948 | 96.1% |
| Texas Woman's University admits 96% of applicants and reports an average net price of $9,948 for families earning under $30,000. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (192 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($53,626) | |||||
| 42 | Belmont University · Nashville, TN | $53,532 | $33,147 | $22,950 | 95.3% |
| Belmont University graduates 71% of its students within six years, and its Liberal Arts graduates earn a median of $53,532 four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (25 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($53,532) | |||||
| 43 | Eastern Mennonite University · Harrisonburg, VA | $53,229 | $24,588 | $22,994 | 100.0% |
| Ranking 43rd on this list, Eastern Mennonite University reports an average net price of $24,588 and a six-year completion rate of 67%. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (33 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($53,229) | |||||
| 44 | Longwood University · Farmville, VA | $52,959 | $19,066 | $11,896 | 90.2% |
| Longwood University posts median earnings of $52,959 for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing, and admits 90% of applicants. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (49 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($52,959) | |||||
| 45 | University of Central Florida · Orlando, FL | $52,862 | $10,411 | $5,816 | 40.1% |
| University of Central Florida reports median earnings of $52,862 for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing, and an average net price of $10,411. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (8 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($52,862) | |||||
| 46 | Concordia University Texas · Austin, TX | $52,691 | $23,131 | $18,764 | 91.3% |
| Concordia University Texas reports an average net price of $18,764 for families earning under $30,000, and its Liberal Arts graduates earn a median of $52,691 four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (34 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($52,691) | |||||
| 47 | Southeastern Oklahoma State University · Durant, OK | $52,418 | $8,039 | $5,193 | 76.4% |
| With a six-year completion rate of 32%, Southeastern Oklahoma State University reports median earnings of $52,418 for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (81 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($52,418) | |||||
| 48 | Oklahoma State University-Main Campus · Stillwater, OK | $52,152 | $17,447 | $12,243 | 75.0% |
| Oklahoma State University-Main Campus admits 75% of applicants and posts median earnings of $52,152 for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (249 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($52,152) | |||||
| 49 | Barry University · Miami, FL | $51,734 | $22,613 | $20,804 | 77.2% |
| Barry University, a private nonprofit university in Miami, reports median earnings of $51,734 for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (8 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($51,734) | |||||
| 50 | Florida State University · Tallahassee, FL | $51,587 | $11,297 | $5,938 | 24.2% |
| Florida State University admits 24% of applicants and graduates 86% of its students within six years, alongside median earnings of $51,587 for Liberal Arts completers. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (65 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($51,587) | |||||
| 51 | Texas Christian University · Fort Worth, TX | $51,292 | $36,660 | $17,956 | 44.5% |
| With an average net price of $36,660, Texas Christian University posts a six-year completion rate of 86% and median earnings of $51,292 for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (51 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($51,292) | |||||
| 52 | Bridgewater College · Bridgewater, VA | $51,160 | $17,800 | $13,283 | 91.7% |
| Bridgewater College ranks 52nd on this list and reports an average net price of $13,283 for families earning under $30,000. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (19 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($51,160) | |||||
| 53 | University of Arkansas at Little Rock · Little Rock, AR | $50,805 | $17,248 | $15,195 | 58.8% |
| University of Arkansas at Little Rock graduates 42% of its students within six years and shows median earnings of $50,805 for its Liberal Arts completers four years after graduating. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (71 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($50,805) | |||||
| 54 | Lamar University · Beaumont, TX | $50,753 | $9,366 | $7,568 | 86.4% |
| Lamar University ranks 159th on Azimuth's composite ranking among nonprofit four-year institutions and reports an average net price of $9,366. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (97 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($50,753) | |||||
| 55 | University of Mary Hardin-Baylor · Belton, TX | $50,346 | $26,106 | $22,089 | 95.8% |
| University of Mary Hardin-Baylor admits 96% of applicants, and its Liberal Arts graduates earn a median of $50,346 four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (33 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($50,346) | |||||
| 56 | Fairmont State University · Fairmont, WV | $50,343 | $9,032 | $8,434 | 98.6% |
| Fairmont State University reports an average net price of $8,434 for families earning under $30,000 and a six-year completion rate of 44%. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (34 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($50,343) | |||||
| 57 | Northern Kentucky University · Highland Heights, KY | $50,322 | $8,191 | $2,603 | 67.7% |
| Northern Kentucky University ranks 57th on this list, with median earnings of $50,322 for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (82 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($50,322) | |||||
| 58 | Mary Baldwin University · Staunton, VA | $50,117 | $12,756 | $12,717 | Not reported |
| Mary Baldwin University reports an average net price of $12,756 and a six-year completion rate of 39%. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (31 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($50,117) | |||||
| 59 | Clayton State University · Morrow, GA | $50,110 | $8,365 | $7,405 | 68.5% |
| Clayton State University ranks 334th on Azimuth's composite ranking among nonprofit four-year institutions and shows median earnings of $50,110 for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (82 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($50,110) | |||||
| 60 | West Liberty University · West Liberty, WV | $50,061 | $15,366 | $12,714 | 97.3% |
| West Liberty University admits 97% of applicants and reports an average net price of $12,714 for families earning under $30,000. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (32 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($50,061) | |||||
| 61 | Virginia State University · Petersburg, VA | $50,015 | $15,840 | $13,220 | 88.6% |
| Virginia State University posts a six-year completion rate of 39% and an average net price of $15,840. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (18 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($50,015) | |||||
| 62 | East Carolina University · Greenville, NC | $49,981 | $15,739 | $10,046 | 89.2% |
| With median earnings of $49,981 four years after completing, East Carolina University ranks 62nd on this list. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (189 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($49,981) | |||||
| 63 | Florida International University · Miami, FL | $49,960 | $9,288 | $7,003 | 54.7% |
| Florida International University admits 55% of applicants and reports an average net price of $9,288. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (265 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($49,960) | |||||
| 64 | East Texas A&M University · Commerce, TX | $49,846 | $11,841 | $9,709 | 92.2% |
| East Texas A&M University ranks 185th on Azimuth's composite ranking among nonprofit four-year institutions, alongside median earnings of $49,846 for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (122 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($49,846) | |||||
| 65 | West Texas A & M University · Canyon, TX | $49,618 | $19,487 | $16,525 | 98.7% |
| West Texas A & M University reports a six-year completion rate of 55% and an average net price of $19,487. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (173 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($49,618) | |||||
| 66 | University of Central Oklahoma · Edmond, OK | $49,383 | $18,309 | $15,275 | 78.1% |
| Four years after completing, University of Central Oklahoma graduates in Liberal Arts earn a median of $49,383, and the school admits 78% of applicants. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (220 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($49,383) | |||||
| 67 | Shepherd University · Shepherdstown, WV | $49,153 | $11,363 | $7,906 | 96.8% |
| Shepherd University ranks 67th on this list, with an average net price of $11,363 and a six-year completion rate of 51%. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (71 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($49,153) | |||||
| 68 | Louisiana State University-Shreveport · Shreveport, LA | $49,127 | $7,022 | $5,680 | 50.6% |
| Louisiana State University-Shreveport reports median earnings of $49,127 for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing, and an average net price of $7,022. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (53 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($49,127) | |||||
| 69 | University of South Carolina-Columbia · Columbia, SC | $48,990 | $22,811 | $12,634 | 60.2% |
| University of South Carolina-Columbia graduates 79% of its students within six years and ranks 173rd on Azimuth's composite ranking among nonprofit four-year institutions. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (119 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($48,990) | |||||
| 70 | Salisbury University · Salisbury, MD | $48,963 | $17,743 | $6,743 | 87.5% |
| With an admission rate of 87%, Salisbury University reports median earnings of $48,963 for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (45 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($48,963) | |||||
| 71 | University of Memphis · Memphis, TN | $48,798 | $12,397 | $10,607 | 72.0% |
| University of Memphis ranks 71st on this list, with a six-year completion rate of 51% and an average net price of $12,397. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (84 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($48,798) | |||||
| 72 | University of North Georgia · Dahlonega, GA | $48,699 | $9,823 | $6,981 | 67.9% |
| An average net price of $9,823 and median earnings of $48,699 four years after completing are reported by University of North Georgia. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (75 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($48,699) | |||||
| 73 | Florida Atlantic University · Boca Raton, FL | $48,428 | $8,752 | $3,022 | 66.1% |
| Florida Atlantic University reports median earnings of $48,428 for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing, and an average net price of $8,752. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (104 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($48,428) | |||||
| 74 | Austin Peay State University · Clarksville, TN | $48,177 | $9,735 | $7,588 | 96.4% |
| With a six-year completion rate of 40%, Austin Peay State University ranks 74th on this list and posts median earnings of $48,177 four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (134 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($48,177) | |||||
| 75 | Georgia Southern University · Statesboro, GA | $48,137 | $15,267 | $12,162 | 87.9% |
| Georgia Southern University admits 88% of applicants and shows median earnings of $48,137 for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (167 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($48,137) | |||||
| 76 | Mercer University · Macon, GA | $48,060 | $23,847 | $19,817 | 68.9% |
| A private nonprofit institution in Macon, Mercer University ranks 76th on this list with median earnings of $48,060 four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (11 graduates) | |||||
| 77 | Cameron University · Lawton, OK | $47,675 | $10,912 | $8,752 | Not reported |
| Cameron University graduates 31% of its students within six years and reports median earnings of $47,675 for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (24 graduates) | |||||
| 78 | Northwestern State University of Louisiana · Natchitoches, LA | $47,652 | $13,606 | $11,693 | 92.5% |
| Ranking 78th on this list, Northwestern State University of Louisiana posts an average net price of $13,606 and median earnings of $47,652 four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (117 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($47,652) | |||||
| 79 | Williams Baptist University · Walnut Ridge, AR | $47,575 | $15,745 | $10,733 | 83.4% |
| Williams Baptist University reports an average net price of $10,733 for families earning under $30,000, alongside median earnings of $47,575 four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (13 graduates) | |||||
| 80 | Nelson University · Waxahachie, TX | $47,277 | $21,662 | $17,583 | 89.0% |
| With an admission rate of 89%, Nelson University ranks 80th on this list and reports median earnings of $47,277 four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (23 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($47,277) | |||||
| 81 | Marymount University · Arlington, VA | $47,218 | $29,137 | $27,413 | 93.2% |
| Marymount University shows a six-year completion rate of 54% and median earnings of $47,218 for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (11 graduates) | |||||
| 82 | Louisiana State University at Alexandria · Alexandria, LA | $47,171 | $7,065 | $5,008 | 92.1% |
| Ranking 82nd on this list, Louisiana State University at Alexandria posts an average net price of $7,065 and median earnings of $47,171 four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (93 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($47,171) | |||||
| 83 | John Brown University · Siloam Springs, AR | $47,076 | $20,397 | $17,484 | 76.1% |
| John Brown University admits 76% of applicants and reports median earnings of $47,076 for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (6 graduates) | |||||
| 84 | West Virginia State University · Institute, WV | $47,026 | $11,139 | $9,457 | 96.0% |
| With a six-year completion rate of 39%, West Virginia State University ranks 84th on this list and posts median earnings of $47,026 four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (53 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($47,026) | |||||
| 85 | Henderson State University · Arkadelphia, AR | $46,783 | $23,405 | $23,386 | Not reported |
| Henderson State University reports $46,783 in median earnings for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing, and its six-year completion rate is 37%. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (34 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($46,783) | |||||
| 86 | Columbia International University · Columbia, SC | $46,596 | $26,036 | $21,955 | 94.5% |
| A private nonprofit institution in Columbia, Columbia International University admits 94% of applicants and shows an average net price of $26,036. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (23 graduates) | |||||
| 87 | Western Kentucky University · Bowling Green, KY | $46,583 | $10,990 | $7,087 | 93.9% |
| Western Kentucky University posts a six-year completion rate of 56% and an average net price of $10,990, while its Liberal Arts graduates earn a median of $46,583 four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (138 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($46,583) | |||||
| 88 | University of North Carolina at Greensboro · Greensboro, NC | $46,146 | $10,965 | $7,305 | 88.5% |
| With an admission rate of 89%, University of North Carolina at Greensboro graduates 56% of its students within six years and reports median earnings of $46,146 for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (110 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($46,146) | |||||
| 89 | University of South Carolina-Upstate · Spartanburg, SC | $46,121 | $13,557 | $11,618 | 67.3% |
| University of South Carolina-Upstate admits 67% of applicants, and its Liberal Arts graduates earn a median of $46,121 four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (69 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($46,121) | |||||
| 90 | University of Louisiana at Monroe · Monroe, LA | $45,873 | $13,466 | $11,490 | 84.8% |
| Median earnings for Liberal Arts graduates of University of Louisiana at Monroe reach $45,873 four years after completing, and the school reports a six-year completion rate of 54%. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (60 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($45,873) | |||||
| 91 | University of Alabama at Birmingham · Birmingham, AL | $45,714 | $18,749 | $16,172 | 88.2% |
| An average net price of $18,749 coincides with a six-year completion rate of 64% at University of Alabama at Birmingham, where Liberal Arts graduates earn a median of $45,714 four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (95 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($45,714) | |||||
| 92 | Middle Georgia State University · Macon, GA | $45,671 | $12,361 | $10,668 | 99.7% |
| Middle Georgia State University admits 100% of applicants, graduates 25% within six years, and reports median earnings of $45,671 for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (13 graduates) | |||||
| 93 | McNeese State University · Lake Charles, LA | $45,669 | $12,493 | $10,482 | 78.3% |
| McNeese State University reports median earnings of $45,669 for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing, alongside a six-year completion rate of 47%. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (112 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($45,669) | |||||
| 94 | Fayetteville State University · Fayetteville, NC | $45,610 | $7,892 | $6,233 | 82.2% |
| Fayetteville State University posts an average net price of $7,892, and its Liberal Arts graduates earn a median of $45,610 four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (55 graduates) | |||||
| 95 | North Carolina A & T State University · Greensboro, NC | $45,367 | $10,846 | $8,223 | 49.9% |
| North Carolina A & T State University admits 50% of applicants, graduates 57% within six years, and reports median earnings of $45,367 for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (162 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($45,367) | |||||
| 96 | Liberty University · Lynchburg, VA | $45,257 | $29,357 | $30,667 | 99.0% |
| Liberty University reports a six-year completion rate of 65% and median earnings of $45,257 for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (41 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($45,257) | |||||
| 97 | University of Louisiana at Lafayette · Lafayette, LA | $45,010 | $13,530 | $11,157 | 87.0% |
| University of Louisiana at Lafayette reports $45,010 in median earnings for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing, and its average net price is $13,530. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (297 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($45,010) | |||||
| 98 | University of Southern Mississippi · Hattiesburg, MS | $44,963 | $21,708 | $19,867 | 99.1% |
| With a six-year completion rate of 49%, University of Southern Mississippi ranks 98th on this list and posts an admission rate of 99%. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (161 graduates) | |||||
| 99 | Texas Southern University · Houston, TX | $44,953 | $16,590 | $16,437 | 96.9% |
| Texas Southern University admits 97% of applicants and shows median earnings of $44,953 for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (75 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($44,953) | |||||
| 100 | Tennessee Technological University · Cookeville, TN | $44,846 | $14,246 | $9,815 | 76.1% |
| An average net price of $9,815 for families earning under $30,000 coincides with a 58% six-year completion rate at Tennessee Technological University. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (14 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($44,846) | |||||
| 101 | University of Louisville · Louisville, KY | $44,829 | $17,988 | $15,138 | 79.4% |
| University of Louisville ranks 207th on Azimuth's composite ranking among nonprofit four-year institutions and reports median earnings of $44,829 for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (38 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($44,829) | |||||
| 102 | East Tennessee State University · Johnson City, TN | $44,738 | $15,983 | $12,433 | 86.2% |
| East Tennessee State University posts an average net price of $15,983 alongside a six-year completion rate of 53%. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (94 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($44,738) | |||||
| 103 | St. John's College · Annapolis, MD | $44,652 | $45,597 | $42,528 | 55.2% |
| A private nonprofit institution in Annapolis, St. John's College reports an average net price of $45,597 and graduates 71% of its students within six years. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (106 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($44,652) | |||||
| 104 | Southern University at New Orleans · New Orleans, LA | $44,226 | $14,810 | $14,771 | 78.9% |
| Southern University at New Orleans reports median earnings of $44,226 for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing, and its six-year completion rate is 13%. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (28 graduates) | |||||
| 105 | Northwestern Oklahoma State University · Alva, OK | $44,123 | $10,104 | $6,439 | 65.5% |
| With an admission rate of 65%, Northwestern Oklahoma State University shows an average net price of $6,439 for families earning under $30,000. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (23 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($44,123) | |||||
| 106 | Tarleton State University · Stephenville, TX | $44,106 | $20,783 | $15,574 | 89.6% |
| Tarleton State University ranks 293rd on Azimuth's composite ranking among nonprofit four-year institutions and admits 90% of applicants. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (70 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($44,106) | |||||
| 107 | Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College · Baton Rouge, LA | $43,964 | $19,151 | $13,056 | 73.3% |
| Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College reports median earnings of $43,964 for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing, and its six-year completion rate is 69%. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (15 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($43,964) | |||||
| 108 | Alabama A & M University · Normal, AL | $43,770 | $17,621 | $16,500 | 58.0% |
| An average net price of $17,621 and an admission rate of 58% accompany median earnings of $43,770 at Alabama A & M University. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (9 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($43,770) | |||||
| 109 | Arkansas State University · Jonesboro, AR | $43,733 | $12,366 | $10,098 | 82.3% |
| Arkansas State University reports $43,733 in median earnings for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing, and an average net price of $12,366. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (201 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($43,733) | |||||
| 110 | Marshall University · Huntington, WV | $43,714 | $7,502 | $4,648 | 95.7% |
| With a six-year completion rate of 51%, Marshall University ranks 110th on this list and posts an average net price of $7,502. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (171 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($43,714) | |||||
| 111 | Morehead State University · Morehead, KY | $43,422 | $9,793 | $7,150 | 77.2% |
| Morehead State University admits 77% of applicants and shows median earnings of $43,422 for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (131 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($43,422) | |||||
| 112 | Eastern Kentucky University · Richmond, KY | $43,352 | $11,040 | $8,591 | 77.6% |
| Ranking 112th on this list, Eastern Kentucky University reports an average net price of $11,040 and a six-year completion rate of 50%. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (164 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($43,352) | |||||
| 113 | Southern Methodist University · Dallas, TX | $43,128 | $40,892 | $23,544 | 63.4% |
| Southern Methodist University, a private nonprofit university in Dallas, reports median earnings of $43,128 for its Liberal Arts graduates two years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (40 graduates) | |||||
| 114 | University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff · Pine Bluff, AR | $42,902 | $12,653 | $12,302 | 41.2% |
| University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff graduates 40% of its students within six years and lists median earnings of $42,902 for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (27 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($42,902) | |||||
| 115 | Jacksonville State University · Jacksonville, AL | $42,864 | $14,279 | $12,472 | 77.7% |
| With an admission rate of 78%, Jacksonville State University ranks 115th on this list and reports an average net price of $14,279. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (106 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($42,864) | |||||
| 116 | Southeastern Louisiana University · Hammond, LA | $42,692 | $13,154 | $10,507 | 99.3% |
| Southeastern Louisiana University posts median earnings of $42,692 for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing, alongside a six-year completion rate of 45%. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (189 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($42,692) | |||||
| 117 | East Central University · Ada, OK | $42,682 | $8,683 | $8,151 | 58.2% |
| Ranking 117th on this list, East Central University reports median earnings of $42,682 for its Liberal Arts graduates two years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (11 graduates) | |||||
| 118 | Alcorn State University · Alcorn State, MS | $42,321 | $13,265 | $12,613 | 45.3% |
| Alcorn State University shows an average net price of $13,265 and median earnings of $42,321 for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (60 graduates) | |||||
| 119 | Jackson State University · Jackson, MS | $42,260 | $23,836 | $22,869 | 93.2% |
| With a six-year completion rate of 51%, Jackson State University reports median earnings of $42,260 for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (48 graduates) | |||||
| 120 | Bethune-Cookman University · Daytona Beach, FL | $42,127 | $12,030 | $10,896 | 88.2% |
| Bethune-Cookman University, a private nonprofit university in Daytona Beach, lists an admission rate of 88% and median earnings of $42,127 for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (41 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($42,127) | |||||
| 121 | Winston-Salem State University · Winston-Salem, NC | $42,020 | $13,479 | $11,463 | 78.3% |
| Winston-Salem State University reports $42,020 in median earnings for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing, alongside an average net price of $13,479. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (37 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($42,020) | |||||
| 122 | Murray State University · Murray, KY | $41,797 | $9,096 | $6,242 | 85.7% |
| With a six-year completion rate of 61%, Murray State University ranks 122nd on this list and posts median earnings of $41,797 for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (95 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($41,797) | |||||
| 123 | University of North Carolina Asheville · Asheville, NC | $41,796 | $12,250 | $8,219 | 91.9% |
| University of North Carolina Asheville admits 92% of applicants and lists median earnings of $41,796 for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (22 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($41,796) | |||||
| 124 | Northeastern State University · Tahlequah, OK | $41,705 | $12,710 | $10,598 | 99.6% |
| Ranking 388th on Azimuth's composite ranking among nonprofit four-year institutions, Northeastern State University shows median earnings of $41,705 for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (81 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($41,705) | |||||
| 125 | Mississippi State University · Mississippi State, MS | $41,446 | $17,595 | $14,332 | 77.6% |
| Mississippi State University reports an average net price of $17,595 and median earnings of $41,446 for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (58 graduates) | |||||
| 126 | Texas A&M University-Texarkana · Texarkana, TX | $41,358 | $12,997 | $11,002 | 63.5% |
| Graduating 30% of its students within six years, Texas A&M University-Texarkana ranks 126th on this list with median earnings of $41,358 for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (39 graduates) | |||||
| 127 | Harding University · Searcy, AR | $41,328 | $22,130 | $15,418 | 70.5% |
| A private nonprofit university in Searcy, Harding University reports median earnings of $41,328 for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing and an admission rate of 71%. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (21 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($41,328) | |||||
| 128 | Union University · Jackson, TN | $41,226 | $27,171 | $25,839 | 60.4% |
| Union University ranks 128th on this list, with an average net price of $27,171 and median earnings of $41,226 for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (15 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($41,226) | |||||
| 129 | Bluefield State University · Bluefield, WV | $40,711 | $13,684 | $11,810 | 97.2% |
| With an admission rate of 97%, Bluefield State University reports median earnings of $40,711 for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (25 graduates) | |||||
| 130 | Southern Virginia University · Buena Vista, VA | $40,419 | $22,213 | $18,957 | 96.4% |
| Southern Virginia University ranks 1359th on Azimuth's composite ranking among nonprofit four-year institutions and lists median earnings of $40,419 for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (11 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($40,419) | |||||
| 131 | Washington College · Chestertown, MD | $40,188 | $27,898 | $17,804 | 56.9% |
| Washington College reports median earnings of $40,188 for its Liberal Arts graduates two years after completing, alongside a six-year completion rate of 65%. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (7 graduates) | |||||
| 132 | Valdosta State University · Valdosta, GA | $40,044 | $10,945 | $9,378 | 72.3% |
| Ranking 132nd on this list, Valdosta State University posts median earnings of $40,044 for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing and an average net price of $10,945. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (80 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($40,044) | |||||
| 133 | University of Mississippi · University, MS | $39,871 | $13,314 | $8,945 | 96.6% |
| University of Mississippi reports $39,871 in median earnings for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing, and its average net price is $13,314. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (84 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($39,871) | |||||
| 134 | Florida College · Temple Terrace, FL | $39,764 | $23,931 | $20,494 | 69.7% |
| With a six-year completion rate of 54%, Florida College ranks 134th on this list and posts median earnings of $39,764 for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (14 graduates) | |||||
| 135 | Concord University · Athens, WV | $39,566 | $9,966 | $8,021 | 92.6% |
| Concord University admits 93% of applicants and shows a six-year completion rate of 39%, alongside median earnings of $39,566 for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (72 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($39,566) | |||||
| 136 | North Greenville University · Tigerville, SC | $39,535 | $21,063 | $18,947 | 66.7% |
| North Greenville University, a private nonprofit institution in Tigerville, reports an average net price of $21,063 and median earnings of $39,535 for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (29 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($39,535) | |||||
| 137 | Mississippi University for Women · Columbus, MS | $39,455 | $12,411 | $10,676 | 90.3% |
| Mississippi University for Women ranks 335th on Azimuth's composite ranking among nonprofit four-year institutions, and its Liberal Arts graduates earn a median of $39,455 four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (19 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($39,455) | |||||
| 138 | Lander University · Greenwood, SC | $39,428 | $15,363 | $11,450 | 81.3% |
| Graduates of Lander University's Liberal Arts program earn a median of $39,428 four years after completing, and the school admits 81% of applicants. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (10 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($39,428) | |||||
| 139 | Oklahoma Christian University · Edmond, OK | $39,356 | $21,872 | $17,818 | 96.5% |
| Oklahoma Christian University posts a six-year completion rate of 56% and an average net price of $21,872, with its Liberal Arts graduates earning a median of $39,356 four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (20 graduates) | |||||
| 140 | New College of Florida · Sarasota, FL | $39,137 | $7,195 | $3,591 | 73.2% |
| New College of Florida reports an average net price of $3,591 for families earning under $30,000, and its Liberal Arts graduates earn a median of $39,137 four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (77 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($39,137) | |||||
| 141 | Oklahoma City University · Oklahoma City, OK | $39,009 | $22,857 | $15,187 | 77.0% |
| Oklahoma City University ranks 141st on this list, with its Liberal Arts graduates earning a median of $39,009 two years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (23 graduates) | |||||
| 142 | Johnson C Smith University · Charlotte, NC | $38,941 | $20,894 | $19,940 | 45.2% |
| Johnson C Smith University admits 45% of applicants and its Liberal Arts graduates earn a median of $38,941 four years after completing, alongside a six-year completion rate of 34%. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (18 graduates) | |||||
| 143 | Southern Arkansas University Main Campus · Magnolia, AR | $38,931 | $14,027 | $13,187 | 75.3% |
| Southern Arkansas University Main Campus reports median earnings of $38,931 for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing, and an average net price of $14,027. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (28 graduates) | |||||
| 144 | Coastal Carolina University · Conway, SC | $38,460 | $13,966 | $9,563 | 75.3% |
| Coastal Carolina University ranks 692nd on Azimuth's composite ranking among nonprofit four-year institutions, and its Liberal Arts graduates earn a median of $38,460 four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (70 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($38,460) | |||||
| 145 | Livingstone College · Salisbury, NC | $38,155 | $13,479 | $13,860 | 59.3% |
| Livingstone College reports $38,155 in median earnings for its Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing, alongside an average net price of $13,479. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (8 graduates) Highest four-year median earnings by program: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities ($38,155) | |||||
| 146 | Rogers State University · Claremore, OK | $38,017 | $15,314 | $13,714 | Not reported |
| A public university in Claremore, Rogers State University graduates 29% of its students within six years and posts an average net price of $15,314. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (8 graduates) | |||||
| 147 | University of Kentucky · Lexington, KY | $36,942 | $18,851 | $12,182 | 92.9% |
| University of Kentucky admits 93% of applicants and its Liberal Arts graduates earn a median of $36,942 four years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (51 graduates) | |||||
| 148 | The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga · Chattanooga, TN | $34,020 | $14,265 | $9,876 | 81.1% |
| Ranking 148th on this list, The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga shows a six-year completion rate of 50% and an average net price of $9,876 for families earning under $30,000. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (8 graduates) | |||||
| 149 | Tulane University of Louisiana · New Orleans, LA | $32,925 | $39,949 | $16,126 | 14.0% |
| Tulane University of Louisiana, a private nonprofit institution in New Orleans, reports $32,925 in median earnings for its Liberal Arts graduates two years after completing and an admission rate of 14%. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (10 graduates) | |||||
| 150 | Arlington Baptist University · Arlington, TX | $32,360 | $24,906 | $21,759 | Not reported |
| Arlington Baptist University ranks 1116th on Azimuth's composite ranking among nonprofit four-year institutions and shows an average net price of $24,906. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (10 graduates) | |||||
| 151 | University of Central Arkansas · Conway, AR | $30,771 | $16,511 | $14,656 | 89.5% |
| With a six-year completion rate of 54%, University of Central Arkansas reports $30,771 in median earnings for its Liberal Arts graduates two years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (35 graduates) | |||||
| 152 | North Carolina Central University · Durham, NC | $28,522 | $15,359 | $13,032 | 87.0% |
| North Carolina Central University admits 87% of applicants and posts an average net price of $13,032 for families earning under $30,000. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (25 graduates) | |||||
| 153 | Kentucky State University · Frankfort, KY | $28,019 | $8,040 | $10,225 | 96.1% |
| Ranking 889th on Azimuth's composite ranking among nonprofit four-year institutions, Kentucky State University reports an average net price of $8,040. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (14 graduates) | |||||
| 154 | Brescia University · Owensboro, KY | $27,947 | $8,709 | $8,977 | 35.2% |
| Brescia University reports $27,947 in median earnings for its Liberal Arts graduates two years after completing and a six-year completion rate of 54%. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (8 graduates) | |||||
| 155 | Francis Marion University · Florence, SC | $26,585 | $11,386 | $9,723 | 86.4% |
| A public university in Florence, Francis Marion University admits 86% of applicants and reports an average net price of $9,723 for families earning under $30,000. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (11 graduates) | |||||
| 156 | Nova Southeastern University · Fort Lauderdale, FL | $25,824 | $30,371 | $26,603 | 73.2% |
| Nova Southeastern University ranks 273rd on Azimuth's composite ranking among nonprofit four-year institutions and reports $25,824 in median earnings for its Liberal Arts graduates two years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (7 graduates) | |||||
| 157 | Benedict College · Columbia, SC | $25,194 | $18,250 | $17,177 | 95.7% |
| Benedict College, a private nonprofit institution in Columbia, reports median earnings of $25,194 for its Liberal Arts graduates two years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (5 graduates) | |||||
| 158 | Southern Nazarene University · Bethany, OK | $23,445 | $22,084 | $18,931 | Not reported |
| Southern Nazarene University posts a six-year completion rate of 51% and an average net price of $22,084. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (39 graduates) | |||||
| 159 | Cumberland University · Lebanon, TN | $23,264 | $18,759 | $17,882 | 67.3% |
| With an admission rate of 67%, Cumberland University ranks 808th on Azimuth's composite ranking among nonprofit four-year institutions. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (13 graduates) | |||||
| 160 | Fort Valley State University · Fort Valley, GA | $21,052 | $10,338 | $9,017 | 65.9% |
| Fort Valley State University graduates 41% of its students within six years and reports an average net price of $9,017 for families earning under $30,000. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (25 graduates) | |||||
| 161 | Appalachian State University · Boone, NC | $20,140 | $16,836 | $9,325 | 90.1% |
| Appalachian State University ranks 161st on this list, with median earnings of $20,140 for its Liberal Arts graduates two years after completing. | |||||
Largest programs by graduates in the earnings cohort: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (16 graduates) | |||||
How this list is ordered
Schools are ordered by the median earnings of their Liberal Arts graduates four years after completing, or two years for programs that report only a two-year figure, highest first. The figure captures federally aided completers who were working and not enrolled after completing. For 13 of the 161 listed programs the figure is the two-year completion median rather than the four-year one. The metric does not adjust for graduate school enrollment, cost, or who enrolls, and it is not a measure of teaching quality. The figures cited on this page cover the 155 schools with a reported completion median. The gap between first-ranked Georgetown University and second-ranked Emory University is $22,697.