Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities at Great Basin College
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 Nevada
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities associates's programs at peer institutions in Nevada (4 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Basin College | $32,453* | $39,904 | $12,000 | — |
| Truckee Meadows Community College | $37,415* | $38,152 | $11,000 | 0.29 |
| Western Nevada College | $32,453* | $43,736 | $12,000 | 0.37 |
| College of Southern Nevada | $25,433* | $36,414 | $8,368 | 0.33 |
| National Median | $27,248* | — | $10,950 | 0.40 |
Other Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities Programs in Nevada
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Nevada schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Truckee Meadows Community College Reno | $3,144 | $37,415 | $11,000 |
| Western Nevada College Carson City | $3,920 | $32,453 | $12,000 |
| College of Southern Nevada Las Vegas | $4,110 | $25,433 | $8,368 |
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 Great Basin College, approximately 20% 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.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 3 similar programs in NV. Actual outcomes may vary.