Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities at Columbia University in the City of New York
Post-baccalaureate Certificate
columbia.eduEarnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
| School | 1 Year | 4 Years | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia University in the City of New York | — | $58,394 | — |
| Northwestern University | $59,139 | $79,731 | +35% |
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Columbia University in the City of New YorkNew York | $69,045 | — | $58,394 | $37,186 | — |
 Northwestern UniversityEvanston | $65,997 | $59,139 | $79,731 | $19,312 | 0.33 |
| National Median | — | $59,139 | — | $28,249 | 0.48 |
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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 Columbia University in the City of New York, approximately 23% 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.