Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities at Kent State University at Tuscarawas

Kent State Tuscarawas graduates in liberal arts earn more than the typical Ohio program in this field—landing at the 60th percentile statewide—while carrying debt that ranks in the bottom 10% nationally. That combination matters: with first-year earnings of $41,205 against $31,963 in debt, the debt-to-earnings ratio sits at a manageable 0.78. For context, these graduates earn nearly $5,000 more than the national median for liberal arts degrees and match earnings at larger Kent State campuses.

The earnings trajectory shows steady but modest growth, reaching $43,439 by year four. While that's not explosive, it's consistent upward movement rather than stagnation. What stands out is how this regional campus delivers above-average outcomes without loading students with crushing debt—a real advantage given that 31% of students here receive Pell grants. Compared to Ohio's top performers like Xavier ($47,064) or Ohio State ($43,393), there's a gap, but Tuscarawas students aren't paying private tuition prices to get there.

For families considering a general liberal arts degree, this program offers something straightforward: decent starting pay, reasonable debt, and reliable placement above state and national averages. It won't match specialized degrees in earning power, but it also won't leave your child with the debt burden that makes those first post-college years financially precarious.