Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities at Brigham Young University
Bachelor's Degree
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 Utah
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Utah (7 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brigham Young University | — | $56,030 | — | — |
| Utah Valley University | $44,366 | $49,899 | $21,458 | 0.48 |
| Weber State University | $39,864 | $51,593 | $21,361 | 0.54 |
| Southern Utah University | $35,814 | $32,839 | $16,001 | 0.45 |
| Utah State University | $31,049 | $42,982 | $20,917 | 0.67 |
| National Median | $36,340 | — | $27,000 | 0.74 |
Other Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities Programs in Utah
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Utah schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utah Valley University Orem | $6,270 | $44,366 | $21,458 |
| Weber State University Ogden | $6,391 | $39,864 | $21,361 |
| Southern Utah University Cedar City | $6,770 | $35,814 | $16,001 |
| Utah State University Logan | $9,228 | $31,049 | $20,917 |
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 Brigham Young University, approximately 32% 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.