Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities at Midland University

Based on comparable liberal arts programs nationally, Midland's graduates likely earn around $36,340 in their first year while carrying an estimated $27,000 in debt—a ratio that's more manageable than many bachelor's degrees. This puts the program right at the national median for liberal arts degrees, though it trails behind what students at University of Nebraska Omaha typically earn ($40,892) and comes in above UNK's $29,471. The estimated debt load sits above Nebraska's typical $23,492 for similar programs, which matters when earnings are middling.

The challenge with a general liberal arts degree is that first-year earnings often reflect entry-level positions across various fields rather than a clear career trajectory. At $36,340, graduates earn less than Nebraska's overall median for the credential type, and the 0.74 debt-to-earnings ratio means nearly three-quarters of a year's salary goes toward paying off loans if tackled aggressively. For a private university experience at Midland, families should recognize they're likely paying more than at public alternatives without evidence of stronger early earnings.

Given the small graduate cohort that triggered data suppression here, prospective students should ask the school directly about typical career outcomes and whether the liberal arts foundation translates into specific opportunities in the Fremont area or beyond. Without hard data on this program's actual performance, the investment looks ordinary rather than compelling.