Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities at McHenry County College
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Compare to Similar Programs in Illinois
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities certificate's programs at peer institutions in Illinois (41 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| McHenry County College | $27,284* | — | $5,662 | — |
| City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College | $36,908* | — | $17,700 | 0.48 |
| City Colleges of Chicago-Kennedy-King College | $27,284* | — | $16,875 | 0.62 |
| Lewis and Clark Community College | $23,662* | — | $12,000 | 0.51 |
| National Median | $27,024* | — | $9,375 | 0.35 |
Other Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities Programs in Illinois
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Illinois schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College Chicago | $4,380 | $36,908 | $17,700 |
| City Colleges of Chicago-Kennedy-King College Chicago | $4,380 | $27,284 | $16,875 |
| Lewis and Clark Community College Godfrey | $3,552 | $23,662 | $12,000 |
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 McHenry County College, approximately 12% 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 IL. Actual outcomes may vary.