Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities at Drury University
Associate's Degree
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 Missouri
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities associates's programs at peer institutions in Missouri (27 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drury University | — | $30,238 | — | — |
| Columbia College | $47,598 | $43,472 | $15,960 | 0.34 |
| Three Rivers College | $28,645 | $29,030 | $9,039 | 0.32 |
| Missouri State University-West Plains | $28,365 | $27,076 | $9,500 | 0.33 |
| Metropolitan Community College-Kansas City | $28,092 | $35,215 | $7,321 | 0.26 |
| East Central College | $28,037 | $31,704 | $8,000 | 0.29 |
| National Median | $27,248 | — | $10,950 | 0.40 |
Other Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities Programs in Missouri
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Missouri schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia College Columbia | $24,326 | $47,598 | $15,960 |
| Three Rivers College Poplar Bluff | $4,860 | $28,645 | $9,039 |
| Missouri State University-West Plains West Plains | $5,544 | $28,365 | $9,500 |
| Metropolitan Community College-Kansas City Kansas City | $3,630 | $28,092 | $7,321 |
| East Central College Union | $3,888 | $28,037 | $8,000 |
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 Drury University, approximately 27% 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.