Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities at CUNY Bernard M Baruch College
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How CUNY Bernard M Baruch College graduates compare to all programs nationally
CUNY Bernard M Baruch College graduates earn $21k, placing them in the 5th 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 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CUNY Bernard M Baruch College | $21,170 | $60,423 | — | — |
| 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 |
| Cornell University | $46,072 | — | — | — |
| Union College | $45,516 | $48,667 | $24,500 | 0.54 |
| 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 |
| Cornell University Ithaca | $66,014 | $46,072 | — |
| Union College Schenectady | $66,456 | $45,516 | $24,500 |
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 CUNY Bernard M Baruch College, approximately 55% 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 18 graduates with reported earnings and 12 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.