Earnings Distribution
How Duke University 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duke University | $51,346 | $73,920 | +44% |
| Stony Brook University | $74,387 | $79,801 | +7% |
| Harvard University | $68,115 | $70,895 | +4% |
| New York University | $40,856 | $68,305 | +67% |
| University of North Carolina at Greensboro | $52,522 | $49,211 | -6% |
Compare to Similar Programs in North Carolina
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities masters's programs at peer institutions in North Carolina (9 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Duke UniversityDurham | $65,805 | $51,346 | $73,920 | — | — |
 University of North Carolina at GreensboroGreensboro | $7,593 | $52,522 | $49,211 | — | — |
 North Carolina State University at RaleighRaleigh | $8,895 | $48,700 | — | — | — |
| 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 Duke University, approximately 13% 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.