Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities at University of North Texas

UNT's Liberal Arts program delivers surprisingly strong earnings growth despite a modest start. While graduates earn $36,588 in their first year—slightly below the Texas median of $38,829—they see impressive 36% earnings growth by year four, reaching nearly $50,000. This "fast riser" trajectory suggests the program builds valuable skills that employers increasingly recognize over time.

The debt picture is notably favorable. At $22,254, student debt is well below both the national median ($27,000) and Texas median ($26,875) for similar programs, ranking in the 79th percentile nationally for low debt. This creates a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.61, meaning graduates can realistically pay off loans while building their careers. The program ranks in the 40th percentile among Texas liberal arts programs—middle of the pack but reasonable given UNT's accessible 72% admission rate.

While this isn't the highest-earning liberal arts program in Texas (UT Austin and private schools like University of St. Thomas significantly outperform), UNT offers solid value for the investment. The combination of below-average debt and strong earnings growth creates a financially viable path, especially for students seeking an affordable education at a well-established public university. The robust sample size of 100+ graduates makes these outcomes reliable predictors.