Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities at Benedict College
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Benedict College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Benedict College graduates earn $33k, placing them in the 32th percentile of all liberal arts and sciences, general studies and humanities bachelors 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 South Carolina
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities bachelors's programs at peer institutions in South Carolina (34 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benedict College | $33,120 | $30,725 | — | — |
| University of South Carolina-Upstate | $36,241 | $38,742 | $30,000 | 0.83 |
| University of South Carolina-Columbia | $33,245 | $35,031 | $26,000 | 0.78 |
| Limestone University | $31,235 | $37,677 | $33,430 | 1.07 |
| North Greenville University | $29,506 | $32,123 | $25,500 | 0.86 |
| Coastal Carolina University | $27,221 | $39,621 | $27,250 | 1.00 |
| National Median | $36,340 | — | $27,000 | 0.74 |
Other Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities Programs in South Carolina
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across South Carolina schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of South Carolina-Upstate Spartanburg | $11,583 | $36,241 | $30,000 |
| University of South Carolina-Columbia Columbia | $12,688 | $33,245 | $26,000 |
| Limestone University Gaffney | $27,500 | $31,235 | $33,430 |
| North Greenville University Tigerville | $24,650 | $29,506 | $25,500 |
| Coastal Carolina University Conway | $11,640 | $27,221 | $27,250 |
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 Benedict College, approximately 63% 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.