Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities at Indiana University-Indianapolis
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
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 Indiana
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities certificate's programs at peer institutions in Indiana (12 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana University-Indianapolis | — | $54,636 | — | — |
| Purdue University-Main Campus | $79,921 | — | $17,917 | 0.22 |
| Indiana University-Bloomington | $33,236 | $52,061 | $20,500 | 0.62 |
| Vincennes University | $31,882 | $40,699 | $12,000 | 0.38 |
| Ivy Tech Community College | $22,188 | $33,105 | $9,052 | 0.41 |
| National Median | $27,024 | — | $9,375 | 0.35 |
Other Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities Programs in Indiana
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Indiana schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Purdue University-Main Campus West Lafayette | $9,992 | $79,921 | $17,917 |
| Indiana University-Bloomington Bloomington | $11,790 | $33,236 | $20,500 |
| Vincennes University Vincennes | $6,886 | $31,882 | $12,000 |
| Ivy Tech Community College Indianapolis | $4,912 | $22,188 | $9,052 |
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 Indiana University-Indianapolis, approximately 36% 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.