Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities at Texas Tech University

Texas Tech's Liberal Arts program outperforms most similar programs in Texas, landing in the 60th percentile statewide—respectable for a general studies degree that often serves students still exploring career paths. Graduates earn $45,913 by year four, roughly $7,000 above the state median and $10,000 above the national average. The debt load of $28,713 is close to typical for these programs, resulting in a manageable 0.71 debt-to-earnings ratio that graduates can handle with standard repayment plans.

The 13% earnings growth over four years suggests graduates are gaining traction in the workforce rather than stagnating. While this program won't match the salary trajectory of tech or business degrees, it's performing in line with what you'd expect from a flexible liberal arts education at a large state university. The real question is whether your student has a clear direction for using this degree—those who leverage it into teaching, graduate school, or specific career paths tend to fare better than those who drift.

For in-state students paying Texas public tuition, this represents a reasonable foundation if paired with internships, networking, or graduate education plans. It's not a standout investment compared to more specialized degrees, but it's delivering better-than-average outcomes for students who need the flexibility of a general studies path.