Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities at Simpson University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in California
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities bachelors's programs at peer institutions in California (80 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Simpson University | — | $38,357 | $19,000 | — |
| National University | $57,429 | — | $35,426 | 0.62 |
| Saint Mary's College of California | $56,094 | $53,489 | $27,000 | 0.48 |
| Ashford University | $49,010 | $46,413 | $31,500 | 0.64 |
| Antioch University-Los Angeles | $46,487 | $44,094 | $29,832 | 0.64 |
| Antioch University-Santa Barbara | $46,487 | $44,094 | $29,832 | 0.64 |
| National Median | $36,340 | — | $27,000 | 0.74 |
Other Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| National University San Diego | $13,320 | $57,429 | $35,426 |
| Saint Mary's College of California Moraga | $56,134 | $56,094 | $27,000 |
| Ashford University San Diego | $13,160 | $49,010 | $31,500 |
| Antioch University-Los Angeles Culver City | — | $46,487 | $29,832 |
| Antioch University-Santa Barbara Santa Barbara | — | $46,487 | $29,832 |
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 Simpson University, approximately 42% 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.