Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities at Anderson University

A liberal arts degree from Anderson University lands graduates slightly below Indiana's median for this field, earning around $36,000 initially compared to the state's $35,931 average—effectively par for the course in the 40th percentile statewide. That $29,440 debt load translates to a manageable 0.82 debt-to-earnings ratio, meaning graduates owe less than one year's salary, which is reasonable for a humanities degree. The clearest value signal here is the debt: Anderson charges notably less than the national median ($27,000), keeping borrowing under control even as earnings track modestly behind top Indiana programs like Notre Dame ($45,579) and Indiana Wesleyan ($43,763).

The 12% earnings bump from year one to year four suggests graduates are finding their footing professionally, though the trajectory isn't dramatically steep. Keep in mind these figures come from a small sample—fewer than 30 graduates—so individual outcomes could vary more than usual. The university serves a meaningful population of Pell students (36%) while maintaining moderately selective admissions.

For families weighing this program, the tradeoff is clear: you're not paying premium tuition, and your child won't carry crushing debt, but they'll likely start their career earning around the state average rather than breaking out ahead. If your student is genuinely drawn to liberal arts and you're seeking an affordable Christian college experience, Anderson delivers adequate value without dangerous overleverage.