Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities at North Central College
Master's Degree
northcentralcollege.eduEarnings Distribution
How North Central College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
| School | 1 Year | 4 Years | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Central College | $48,607 | $52,451 | +8% |
| Stony Brook University | $74,387 | $79,801 | +7% |
| Duke University | $51,346 | $73,920 | +44% |
| Harvard University | $68,115 | $70,895 | +4% |
| University of Chicago | $26,094 | $53,995 | +107% |
Compare to Similar Programs in Illinois
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities masters's programs at peer institutions in Illinois (14 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 North Central CollegeNaperville | $44,394 | $48,607 | $52,451 | — | — |
 DePaul UniversityChicago | $44,460 | $62,334 | — | — | — |
 University of ChicagoChicago | $66,939 | $26,094 | $53,995 | — | — |
| National Median | — | $52,955 | — | — | — |
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 North Central College, approximately 25% 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.