Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities at Georgetown University

Georgetown's liberal arts program produces graduates earning nearly double the national median for similar degrees, though you'll want to handle these numbers carefully—the sample size is small enough that a few high earners could skew the picture. Still, the pattern is striking: $66,719 in year one jumps to over $100,000 by year four, a trajectory that dramatically outpaces typical humanities outcomes.

The debt burden here is relatively modest at $25,000, giving graduates a comfortable 0.37 debt-to-earnings ratio. What's interesting is the DC context: while this program ranks in the 95th percentile nationally, it falls to the 60th percentile among District programs, reflecting how DC's government and policy sectors lift all boats for liberal arts graduates. Even so, Georgetown grads still earn substantially more than Trinity Washington's $50,283, suggesting the Georgetown network and credential carry real weight.

The small sample caveat matters here. With fewer than 30 graduates tracked, one congressional aide or consultant making $150,000 can pull the median up significantly. But the fundamental reality remains: Georgetown's combination of elite access (13% admission rate), DC location, and strong alumni network creates unusually lucrative paths for liberal arts majors. If your child is genuinely competitive for admission and the debt stays near this $25,000 figure, this is among the safer bets for a humanities degree.