Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities at Wright State University-Lake Campus

With estimates suggesting $40,556 in first-year earnings and $31,000 in debt, this general studies bachelor's matches what similar Ohio liberal arts programs typically produce—but that's the whole picture we can confidently draw. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.76 falls within a manageable range, and the earnings figure sits right at the state median while running slightly above the $36,340 national benchmark for these broad humanities degrees.

The challenge with general studies programs is less about the numbers than about what they prepare graduates to do. Liberal arts bachelor's degrees work best when paired with clear career direction—internships, relevant minors, or specific skills that translate to employment. Without additional context about how Wright State Lake Campus structures this particular program or where its graduates land, it's difficult to assess whether $31,000 in debt represents reasonable leverage for your student's goals.

If your child is considering this path, the estimation uncertainty matters less than getting concrete answers about outcomes the school can verify: Where do recent graduates work? What support exists for career planning and job placement? A general studies degree's value hinges almost entirely on how intentionally students use it, so understanding the campus's resources for turning broad knowledge into specific opportunities becomes the critical due diligence.