Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities at Nicholls State University
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Louisiana
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Louisiana (19 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nicholls State University | — | — | — | — |
| University of Louisiana at Monroe | $35,951 | $44,375 | $26,844 | 0.75 |
| McNeese State University | $35,282 | $36,581 | $27,000 | 0.77 |
| Louisiana State University-Shreveport | $34,855 | $35,807 | $34,500 | 0.99 |
| Southeastern Louisiana University | $33,705 | $37,847 | $26,541 | 0.79 |
| Northwestern State University of Louisiana | $32,688 | $43,938 | $31,000 | 0.95 |
| National Median | $36,340 | — | $27,000 | 0.74 |
Other Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities Programs in Louisiana
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Louisiana schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Louisiana at Monroe Monroe | $9,190 | $35,951 | $26,844 |
| McNeese State University Lake Charles | $8,460 | $35,282 | $27,000 |
| Louisiana State University-Shreveport Shreveport | $7,327 | $34,855 | $34,500 |
| Southeastern Louisiana University Hammond | $8,373 | $33,705 | $26,541 |
| Northwestern State University of Louisiana Natchitoches | $8,864 | $32,688 | $31,000 |
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 Nicholls State University, approximately 35% 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.