Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College
Bachelor'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 Louisiana
Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Louisiana (6 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College | — | $44,934 | — | — |
| Northwestern State University of Louisiana | $38,010 | $31,822 | $43,158 | 1.14 |
| Nicholls State University | $29,163 | $36,238 | $31,125 | 1.07 |
| Southeastern Louisiana University | $27,399 | $34,781 | $25,401 | 0.93 |
| Southern University and A & M College | $25,675 | $34,456 | $39,100 | 1.52 |
| Southern University Law Center | $25,675 | — | — | — |
| National Median | $31,748 | — | $26,500 | 0.83 |
Other Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences Programs in Louisiana
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Louisiana schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwestern State University of Louisiana Natchitoches | $8,864 | $38,010 | $43,158 |
| Nicholls State University Thibodaux | $8,173 | $29,163 | $31,125 |
| Southeastern Louisiana University Hammond | $8,373 | $27,399 | $25,401 |
| Southern University and A & M College Baton Rouge | $9,940 | $25,675 | $39,100 |
| Southern University Law Center Baton Rouge | — | $25,675 | — |
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 Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College, approximately 26% 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.