Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities at Stony Brook University
Master's Degree
stonybrook.eduEarnings Distribution
How Stony Brook University 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stony Brook University | $74,387 | $79,801 | +7% |
| Duke University | $51,346 | $73,920 | +44% |
| Harvard University | $68,115 | $70,895 | +4% |
| New York University | $40,856 | $68,305 | +67% |
| CUNY Graduate School and University Center | $59,752 | $60,690 | +2% |
Compare to Similar Programs in New York
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities masters's programs at peer institutions in New York (28 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Stony Brook UniversityStony Brook | $10,560 | $74,387 | $79,801 | — | — |
 CUNY Graduate School and University CenterNew York | $7,410 | $59,752 | $60,690 | — | — |
 New York UniversityNew York | $60,438 | $40,856 | $68,305 | — | — |
| 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 Stony Brook University, approximately 38% 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.