Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
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Compare to Similar Programs in Pennsylvania
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Pennsylvania (66 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus | — | $40,386 | $28,467 | — |
| Drexel University | $62,470 | $68,338 | $27,154 | 0.43 |
| Saint Joseph's University - Philadelphia | $53,766 | $60,107 | $43,575 | 0.81 |
| Neumann University | $35,220 | $52,081 | $31,000 | 0.88 |
| Temple University | $35,205 | — | $34,372 | 0.98 |
| Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus | $33,174 | — | $31,000 | 0.93 |
| National Median | $36,340 | — | $27,000 | 0.74 |
Other Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities Programs in Pennsylvania
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Pennsylvania schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drexel University Philadelphia | $60,663 | $62,470 | $27,154 |
| Saint Joseph's University - Philadelphia Philadelphia | $51,340 | $53,766 | $43,575 |
| Neumann University Aston | $37,300 | $35,220 | $31,000 |
| Temple University Philadelphia | $22,082 | $35,205 | $34,372 |
| Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus Indiana | $11,380 | $33,174 | $31,000 |
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 University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus, approximately 14% 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.