Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities at Ball State University
Associate's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Ball State University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Ball State University graduates earn $20k, placing them in the 5th percentile of all liberal arts and sciences, general studies and humanities associates programs nationally.
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in Indiana
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities associates's programs at peer institutions in Indiana (28 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ball State University | $20,178 | $47,971 | — | — |
| Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion | $43,511 | $44,322 | $24,688 | 0.57 |
| Indiana Wesleyan University-National & Global | $43,511 | $44,322 | $24,688 | 0.57 |
| Vincennes University | $38,596 | $42,250 | $12,157 | 0.31 |
| Indiana Institute of Technology | $29,654 | — | $38,348 | 1.29 |
| Indiana Institute of Technology-College of Professional Studies | $29,654 | — | $38,348 | 1.29 |
| National Median | $27,248 | — | $10,950 | 0.40 |
Other Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities Programs in Indiana
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Indiana schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion Marion | $31,168 | $43,511 | $24,688 |
| Indiana Wesleyan University-National & Global Marion | $8,216 | $43,511 | $24,688 |
| Vincennes University Vincennes | $6,886 | $38,596 | $12,157 |
| Indiana Institute of Technology Fort Wayne | $30,446 | $29,654 | $38,348 |
| Indiana Institute of Technology-College of Professional Studies Fort Wayne | $9,900 | $29,654 | $38,348 |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Ball State University, approximately 34% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.
Sample Size: Based on 16 graduates with reported earnings and 17 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.