Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities at CUNY Graduate School and University Center
Master's Degree
gc.cuny.eduEarnings Distribution
How CUNY Graduate School and University Center graduates compare to all programs nationally
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
| School | 1 Year | 4 Years | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| CUNY Graduate School and University Center | $59,752 | $60,690 | +2% |
| Stony Brook University | $74,387 | $79,801 | +7% |
| Duke University | $51,346 | $73,920 | +44% |
| Harvard University | $68,115 | $70,895 | +4% |
| New York University | $40,856 | $68,305 | +67% |
Compare to Similar Programs in New York
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities masters's programs at peer institutions in New York (28 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 CUNY Graduate School and University CenterNew York | $7,410 | $59,752 | $60,690 | — | — |
 Stony Brook UniversityStony Brook | $10,560 | $74,387 | $79,801 | — | — |
 New York UniversityNew York | $60,438 | $40,856 | $68,305 | — | — |
| National Median | — | $52,955 | — | — | — |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with liberal arts and sciences, general studies and humanities graduates
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 Graduate School and University Center, approximately 38% 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.