Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities at Indiana University-Kokomo

IU-Kokomo's liberal arts program produces outcomes that fall slightly below state and national benchmarks, with first-year earnings of $35,482 trailing both Indiana's median ($35,931) and the national average ($36,340). That said, the gap is modest—we're talking about a few hundred dollars annually—and the program sits in the 40th percentile among Indiana schools. More concerning is the debt load of $24,236, which ranks in the 72nd percentile nationally, meaning graduates here carry more debt than 72% of peers in similar programs elsewhere.

The economics improve somewhat over time. Earnings rise 16% to reach $41,091 by year four, nearly matching the national 75th percentile. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.68 is manageable by liberal arts standards, suggesting most graduates can handle their monthly payments on entry-level salaries. Still, there's a real gap here compared to Indiana's top performers—Notre Dame and Indiana Wesleyan graduates earn $10,000+ more right out of the gate.

For families weighing this program, the question comes down to cost and alternatives. If your student is paying in-state tuition at this regional campus, the lower sticker price may offset the slightly below-average outcomes. But if they're comparing multiple Indiana schools, know that this program ranks in the bottom half statewide and delivers results that track below what you'd see at IU's flagship campuses.