Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities at Colby College
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Maine
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Maine (14 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colby College | $36,809* | — | — | — |
| University of Maine at Augusta | $39,982* | $41,897 | $27,841 | 0.70 |
| University of Maine at Presque Isle | $38,395* | — | $24,750 | 0.64 |
| Husson University | $36,809* | — | $31,000 | 0.84 |
| University of Maine | $34,404* | $44,377 | $21,166 | 0.62 |
| University of Southern Maine | $29,716* | $35,875 | $25,000 | 0.84 |
| National Median | $36,340* | — | $27,000 | 0.74 |
Other Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities Programs in Maine
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Maine schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Maine at Augusta Augusta | $8,618 | $39,982 | $27,841 |
| University of Maine at Presque Isle Presque Isle | $8,990 | $38,395 | $24,750 |
| Husson University Bangor | $22,194 | $36,809 | $31,000 |
| University of Maine Orono | $12,606 | $34,404 | $21,166 |
| University of Southern Maine Portland | $10,920 | $29,716 | $25,000 |
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 Colby College, approximately 13% 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.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 5 similar programs in ME. Actual outcomes may vary.