Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities at Cornell University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Cornell University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Cornell University graduates earn $46k, placing them in the 93th percentile of all liberal arts and sciences, general studies and humanities bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in New York
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities bachelors's programs at peer institutions in New York (87 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cornell University | $46,072 | — | — | — |
| Molloy University | $74,868 | — | $31,000 | 0.41 |
| Excelsior University | $52,429 | $53,480 | $11,875 | 0.23 |
| Mercy University | $46,408 | — | $33,687 | 0.73 |
| Union College | $45,516 | $48,667 | $24,500 | 0.54 |
| CUNY City College | $43,059 | $46,094 | $12,985 | 0.30 |
| National Median | $36,340 | — | $27,000 | 0.74 |
Other Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities Programs in New York
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across New York schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Molloy University Rockville Centre | $37,840 | $74,868 | $31,000 |
| Excelsior University Albany | — | $52,429 | $11,875 |
| Mercy University Dobbs Ferry | $22,106 | $46,408 | $33,687 |
| Union College Schenectady | $66,456 | $45,516 | $24,500 |
| CUNY City College New York | $7,340 | $43,059 | $12,985 |
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 Cornell University, approximately 18% 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 17 graduates with reported earnings and 14 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.