Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities at University of Nebraska at Omaha

The University of Nebraska at Omaha's liberal arts program outperforms most national competitors, placing graduates in the 72nd percentile for earnings while maintaining manageable debt levels. With first-year earnings of $40,892—well above the national median of $36,340—students here earn more than graduates from three-quarters of similar programs nationwide. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.64 is reasonable, meaning graduates typically earn back their full debt amount in about 8 months of work.

However, the Nebraska landscape tells a more nuanced story. While UNO beats the state median earnings by $5,700, it ranks only in the 60th percentile among Nebraska programs, and students graduate with about $2,800 more debt than the state average. The 11% earnings growth over four years provides some reassurance about career trajectory, though this modest increase suggests the degree may not lead to rapidly advancing career paths.

For Nebraska families, this program represents solid value—accessible admission standards, reasonable debt levels, and above-average starting salaries. The combination of strong national performance and decent state positioning makes this a sensible choice for students seeking broad-based education without excessive financial risk.