Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities at New River Community College
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
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Earnings vs. debt across all liberal arts and sciences, general studies and humanities certificate's programs nationally
Earnings Distribution
How New River Community College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Compare to Similar Programs in Virginia
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities certificate's programs at peer institutions in Virginia (24 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 New River Community CollegeDublin | $4,835 | $25,798 | — | $9,125* | — |
 Tidewater Community CollegeNorfolk | $5,714 | $31,688 | — | $14,942* | 0.47 |
 Virginia Peninsula Community CollegeHampton | $4,944 | $31,228 | $34,831 | $10,375* | 0.33 |
 Piedmont Virginia Community CollegeCharlottesville | $4,928 | $28,910 | $30,790 | $9,250* | 0.32 |
 Germanna Community CollegeLocust Grove | $5,066 | $26,037 | $40,605 | $8,187* | 0.31 |
 Brightpoint Community CollegeChester | $4,938 | $25,451 | $33,162 | $8,750* | 0.34 |
| National Median | — | $27,024 | — | $9,375* | 0.35 |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with liberal arts and sciences, general studies and humanities graduates
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 New River Community College, approximately 21% 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.
Sample Size: Based on 18 graduates with reported earnings and 18 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.