Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities at Union University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Union University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Union University graduates earn $41k, placing them in the 74th percentile of all liberal arts and sciences, general studies and humanities bachelors programs nationally.
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 Tennessee
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Tennessee (29 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Union University | $41,320 | $38,385 | $28,979* | — |
| Lee University | $45,678 | $34,588 | $28,979* | 0.63 |
| Middle Tennessee State University | $45,074 | $45,804 | $29,723* | 0.66 |
| Belmont University | $41,245 | $59,218 | $29,438* | 0.71 |
| Tennessee State University | $37,716 | $51,110 | $38,562* | 1.02 |
| University of Memphis | $37,158 | $41,474 | $38,972* | 1.05 |
| National Median | $36,340 | — | $27,000* | 0.74 |
Other Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities Programs in Tennessee
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Tennessee schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lee University Cleveland | $22,690 | $45,678 | $28,979 |
| Middle Tennessee State University Murfreesboro | $9,506 | $45,074 | $29,723 |
| Belmont University Nashville | $41,320 | $41,245 | $29,438 |
| Tennessee State University Nashville | $8,568 | $37,716 | $38,562 |
| University of Memphis Memphis | $10,344 | $37,158 | $38,972 |
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 Union University, 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.