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#1 #1 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. St. John's College Annapolis, MD Overall, St- John's College is known for being a highly selective school. Acceptance Rate 50% Annual Degrees Awarded 31 SAT Score 1,280–1,460 Est. Net Price * $27,643 Median Starting Salary $56,669
#2 #2 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. New York University New York, NY Generally, New York University is a extremely selective school. Acceptance Rate 12% Annual Degrees Awarded 42 SAT Score 1,470–1,570 Est. Net Price * $29,499 Median Starting Salary $48,765
#3 #3 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. St. John's College Santa Fe, NM In general, St- John's College is a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 54% Annual Degrees Awarded 19 SAT Score 1,270–1,460 Est. Net Price * $29,265 Median Starting Salary $50,918
#4 #4 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. College of the Atlantic Bar Harbor, ME Acceptance Rate 60% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $22,316 Median Starting Salary $53,774
#5 #5 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. The University of Texas at Austin Austin, TX Overall, The University of Texas at Austin is a extremely selective school. Acceptance Rate 31% Annual Degrees Awarded 15 SAT Score 1,240–1,490 Est. Net Price * $17,434 Median Starting Salary $48,832
#6 #6 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. University of South Florida Tampa, FL Generally, the University of South Florida is known for being a highly selective school. Acceptance Rate 44% Annual Degrees Awarded 15 SAT Score 1,150–1,340 Est. Net Price * $11,004 Median Starting Salary $47,220
#7 #7 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. San Diego State University San Diego, CA San Diego State University is a highly selective school. They receive approximately 77,000 applications every... Acceptance Rate 39% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 1,100–1,320 Est. Net Price * $13,017 Median Starting Salary $47,968
#8 #8 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus Norman, OK Generally, the University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 73% Annual Degrees Awarded 109 SAT Score 1,140–1,340 Est. Net Price * $22,601 Median Starting Salary $50,172
#9 #9 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. University of Missouri-Kansas City Kansas City, MO In general, the University of Missouri-Kansas City is a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 69% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,090–1,380 Est. Net Price * $14,739 Median Starting Salary $48,945
#10 #10 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. Fort Hays State University Hays, KS Overall, Fort Hays State University is a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 88% Annual Degrees Awarded 27 SAT Score 970–1,190 Est. Net Price * $13,322 Median Starting Salary $51,595
#11 #11 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. The New School New York, NY The New School is a fairly selective school. They receive roughly 9,520 applications each year. Acceptance Rate 57% Annual Degrees Awarded 15 SAT Score 1,170–1,370 Est. Net Price * $55,480 Median Starting Salary $50,359
#12 #12 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. University of North Carolina at Greensboro Greensboro, NC In general, the University of North Carolina at Greensboro is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 92% Annual Degrees Awarded 28 SAT Score 1,110–1,280 Est. Net Price * $10,979 Median Starting Salary $50,769
#13 #13 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. Jacksonville State University Jacksonville, AL Jacksonville State University is known for being a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 78% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 900–1,150 Est. Net Price * $11,953 Median Starting Salary $50,170
#14 #14 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA Every year, Penn receives approximately 54,600 applications from prospective freshman with an acceptance... Acceptance Rate 6% Annual Degrees Awarded 35 SAT Score 1,500–1,560 Est. Net Price * $26,123 Median Starting Salary $44,826
#15 #15 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. Northwestern University Evanston, IL Northwestern University is known for being a extremely selective school. Acceptance Rate 7% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 1,480–1,560 Est. Net Price * $22,095 Median Starting Salary $48,292
#16 #16 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. Georgetown University Washington, DC Georgetown University is known for being a extremely selective school. Acceptance Rate 12% Annual Degrees Awarded 14 SAT Score 1,420–1,560 Est. Net Price * $35,566 Median Starting Salary $51,155
#17 #17 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. Wesleyan University Middletown, CT Generally, Wesleyan University is known for being a extremely selective school. Acceptance Rate 14% Annual Degrees Awarded 30 SAT Score 1,350–1,510 Est. Net Price * $21,270 Median Starting Salary $54,199
#18 #18 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. Villanova University Villanova, PA Villanova University is known for being a extremely selective school. Acceptance Rate 23% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 1,400–1,500 Est. Net Price * $34,837 Median Starting Salary $57,313
#19 #19 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. Goddard College Plainfield, VT Acceptance Rate 86% Annual Degrees Awarded 13 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $17,931 Median Starting Salary $50,130
#20 #20 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. Saint Mary's College of California Moraga, CA Overall, Saint Mary's College of California is a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 88% Annual Degrees Awarded 15 SAT Score 1,080–1,270 Est. Net Price * $32,129 Median Starting Salary $55,611
#21 #21 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. Abilene Christian University Abilene, TX Generally, Abilene Christian University is a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 66% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,080–1,300 Est. Net Price * $28,978 Median Starting Salary $55,103
#22 #22 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. University of Toledo Toledo, OH the University of Toledo is a non selective school. The school receives roughly 12,600 applications each... Acceptance Rate 92% Annual Degrees Awarded 8 SAT Score 1,080–1,310 Est. Net Price * $17,654 Median Starting Salary $50,891
#23 #23 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. Northern Kentucky University Highland Heights, KY Overall, Northern Kentucky University is a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 86% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 1,020–1,220 Est. Net Price * $7,259 Median Starting Salary $51,618
#24 #24 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. University of Richmond University of Richmond, VA the University of Richmond is known for being a extremely selective school. Acceptance Rate 24% Annual Degrees Awarded 9 SAT Score 1,420–1,520 Est. Net Price * $29,248 Median Starting Salary $51,875
#25 #25 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN East Tennessee State University is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 85% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,010–1,240 Est. Net Price * $14,350 Median Starting Salary $49,559
#26 #26 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. Clayton State University Morrow, GA Overall, Clayton State University is a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 56% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 890–1,100 Est. Net Price * $9,792 Median Starting Salary $49,167
#27 #27 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. North Carolina State University at Raleigh Raleigh, NC North Carolina State University at Raleigh is known for being a highly selective school. Acceptance Rate 47% Annual Degrees Awarded 17 SAT Score 1,300–1,460 Est. Net Price * $14,852 Median Starting Salary $50,791
#28 #28 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. University of Delaware Newark, DE Overall, the University of Delaware is a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 74% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 1,200–1,370 Est. Net Price * $18,044 Median Starting Salary $59,238
#29 #29 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. University of Memphis Memphis, TN the University of Memphis is a non selective school. They receive about 15,800 applications each year. Acceptance Rate 95% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 930–1,190 Est. Net Price * $13,873 Median Starting Salary $48,883
#30 #30 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. Lake Forest College Lake Forest, IL Lake Forest College is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 60% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 1,190–1,370 Est. Net Price * $27,839 Median Starting Salary $54,192
#31 #31 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. Arizona State University Campus Immersion Tempe, AZ Arizona State University Campus Immersion is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 90% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 1,090–1,320 Est. Net Price * $14,808 Median Starting Salary $47,406
#32 #32 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. Montana State University Bozeman, MT Montana State University is a fairly selective school. The institution receives approximately 28,800... Acceptance Rate 73% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 1,060–1,290 Est. Net Price * $17,250 Median Starting Salary $51,473
#33 #33 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. Coastal Carolina University Conway, SC Coastal Carolina University is known for being a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 79% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 1,030–1,200 Est. Net Price * $14,016 Median Starting Salary $53,938
#34 #34 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. Rutgers University-Camden Camden, NJ Overall, Rutgers University-Camden is known for being a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 77% Annual Degrees Awarded 10 SAT Score 1,040–1,290 Est. Net Price * $14,151 Median Starting Salary $51,357
#35 #35 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. Temple University Philadelphia, PA Temple University is a somewhat selective school. The school receives about 38,700 applications every... Acceptance Rate 80% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 1,030–1,250 Est. Net Price * $23,935 Median Starting Salary $54,553
#36 #36 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. University of Detroit Mercy Detroit, MI In general, the University of Detroit Mercy is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 91% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 980–1,220 Est. Net Price * $18,197 Median Starting Salary $50,225
#37 #37 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. University of Southern Indiana Evansville, IN the University of Southern Indiana is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 94% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 1,050–1,240 Est. Net Price * $14,443 Median Starting Salary $53,564
#38 #38 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College Baton Rouge, LA Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College is a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 76% Annual Degrees Awarded 13 SAT Score 1,140–1,320 Est. Net Price * $21,296 Median Starting Salary $50,946
#39 #39 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. Alcorn State University Alcorn State, MS In general, Alcorn State University is known for being a extremely selective school. Acceptance Rate 30% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 860–1,180 Est. Net Price * $14,864 Median Starting Salary $49,350
#40 #40 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. College of Staten Island CUNY Staten Island, NY the College of Staten Island CUNY is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 99% Annual Degrees Awarded 8 SAT Score 910–1,100 Est. Net Price * $7,217 Median Starting Salary $49,147
#41 #41 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. Long Island University Brookville, NY In general, Long Island University is a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 93% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,110–1,340 Est. Net Price * $25,802 Median Starting Salary $48,660
#42 #42 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. University of St Thomas Houston, TX the University of St Thomas is a non selective school. The school receives 1,123 applications annually. Acceptance Rate 97% Annual Degrees Awarded 14 SAT Score 1,030–1,310 Est. Net Price * $19,207 Median Starting Salary $49,480
#43 #43 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. Oakland University Rochester Hills, MI Overall, Oakland University is a non selective school. The school receives approximately 11,000 applications... Acceptance Rate 90% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,020–1,250 Est. Net Price * $15,161 Median Starting Salary $51,037
#44 #44 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. SUNY Brockport Brockport, NY Overall, SUNY Brockport is a fairly selective school. They receive approximately 7,680 applications every... Acceptance Rate 68% Annual Degrees Awarded 7 SAT Score 1,070–1,240 Est. Net Price * $16,261 Median Starting Salary $52,167
#45 #45 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. Middle Tennessee State University Murfreesboro, TN Middle Tennessee State University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 73% Annual Degrees Awarded 19 SAT Score 1,020–1,240 Est. Net Price * $13,062 Median Starting Salary $50,136
#46 #46 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. SUNY College at Old Westbury Old Westbury, NY SUNY College at Old Westbury is a non selective school. The school receives about 3,800 applications every... Acceptance Rate 92% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 1,010–1,210 Est. Net Price * $12,329 Median Starting Salary $50,293
#47 #47 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. Houston Baptist University Houston, TX Houston Baptist University is a somewhat selective school. They receive about 10,000 applications each year. Acceptance Rate 84% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,070–1,240 Est. Net Price * $19,515 Median Starting Salary $50,913
#48 #48 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. Northern Vermont University Johnson, VT Overall, Northern Vermont University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 73% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 920–1,130 Est. Net Price * $15,546 Median Starting Salary $52,642
#49 #49 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. CUNY Lehman College Bronx, NY CUNY Lehman College is a fairly selective school. The institution receives approximately 22,500 applications... Acceptance Rate 55% Annual Degrees Awarded 8 SAT Score 960–1,080 Est. Net Price * $4,974 Median Starting Salary $47,399
#50 #50 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. Roosevelt University Chicago, IL Roosevelt University is a non selective school. The school receives approximately 3,000 applications... Acceptance Rate 88% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 850–1,110 Est. Net Price * $22,117 Median Starting Salary $49,743
#51 #51 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. Metropolitan State University Saint Paul, MN Metropolitan State University is a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 82% Annual Degrees Awarded 7 SAT Score 1,080–1,240 Est. Net Price * $19,347 Median Starting Salary $49,401
#52 #52 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. Western Illinois University Macomb, IL Overall, Western Illinois University is known for being a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 75% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 910–1,120 Est. Net Price * $11,213 Median Starting Salary $51,992
#53 #53 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. University of Central Oklahoma Edmond, OK the University of Central Oklahoma is a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 70% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 970–1,180 Est. Net Price * $18,055 Median Starting Salary $50,621
#54 #54 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. Sul Ross State University Alpine, TX Overall, Sul Ross State University is a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 97% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 860–1,080 Est. Net Price * $13,130 Median Starting Salary $50,133
#55 #55 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. Alaska Pacific University Anchorage, AK Alaska Pacific University is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 99% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 870–1,160 Est. Net Price * $22,388 Median Starting Salary $52,851
#56 #56 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. Johns Hopkins University Baltimore, MD Johns Hopkins University is known for being a extremely selective school. Acceptance Rate 7% Annual Degrees Awarded 58 SAT Score 1,520–1,570 Est. Net Price * $24,034 Median Starting Salary $50,729
#57 #57 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. Texas Christian University Fort Worth, TX Texas Christian University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 56% Annual Degrees Awarded 37 SAT Score 1,200–1,390 Est. Net Price * $44,190 Median Starting Salary $53,743
#58 #58 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. Stony Brook University Stony Brook, NY Overall, Stony Brook University is a highly selective school. Acceptance Rate 49% Annual Degrees Awarded 53 SAT Score 1,320–1,500 Est. Net Price * $17,213 Median Starting Salary $47,011
#59 #59 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. Reed College Portland, OR Reed College is known for being a extremely selective school. Acceptance Rate 31% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 1,340–1,490 Est. Net Price * $33,106 Median Starting Salary $55,369
#60 #60 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. Southern Methodist University Dallas, TX Overall, Southern Methodist University is a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 52% Annual Degrees Awarded 27 SAT Score 1,390–1,510 Est. Net Price * $45,094 Median Starting Salary $50,923
#61 #61 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. Stanford University Stanford, CA Every year, the Stanford Admissions Department receives about 56,000 applications. Acceptance Rate 4% Annual Degrees Awarded 13 SAT Score 1,490–1,570 Est. Net Price * $18,279 Median Starting Salary $45,334
#62 #62 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. Rice University Houston, TX Rice University is a extremely selective school. The institution receives about 31,000 applications annually. Acceptance Rate 9% Annual Degrees Awarded 12 SAT Score 1,500–1,580 Est. Net Price * $19,902 Median Starting Salary $48,657
#63 #63 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. Vanderbilt University Nashville, TN Vanderbilt University is known for being a extremely selective school. Acceptance Rate 7% Annual Degrees Awarded 7 SAT Score 1,500–1,560 Est. Net Price * $25,606 Median Starting Salary $47,012
#64 #64 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. Wake Forest University Winston-Salem, NC Generally, Wake Forest University is a extremely selective school. Acceptance Rate 21% Annual Degrees Awarded 15 SAT Score 1,260–1,400 Est. Net Price * $26,197 Median Starting Salary $59,215
#65 #65 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. Washington University in St Louis Saint Louis, MO Washington University in St Louis is known for being a extremely selective school. Acceptance Rate 12% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 1,480–1,560 Est. Net Price * $23,432 Median Starting Salary $52,700
#66 #66 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. University of Miami Coral Gables, FL In general, the University of Miami is a extremely selective school. Acceptance Rate 19% Annual Degrees Awarded 10 SAT Score 1,340–1,480 Est. Net Price * $36,467 Median Starting Salary $49,440
#67 #67 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. University of North Carolina Wilmington Wilmington, NC the University of North Carolina Wilmington is a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 69% Annual Degrees Awarded 7 SAT Score 1,200–1,350 Est. Net Price * $18,709 Median Starting Salary $51,534
#68 #68 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. University of North Carolina at Charlotte Charlotte, NC In general, the University of North Carolina at Charlotte is known for being a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 80% Annual Degrees Awarded 7 SAT Score 1,060–1,290 Est. Net Price * $13,951 Median Starting Salary $49,955
#69 #69 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. Spring Hill College Mobile, AL In general, Spring Hill College is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 73% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 1,020–1,190 Est. Net Price * $21,018 Median Starting Salary $53,950
#70 #70 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. North Central College Naperville, IL North Central College is a fairly selective school. 5,099 applications are received by North Central College... Acceptance Rate 61% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,040–1,260 Est. Net Price * $25,285 Median Starting Salary $57,451
#71 #71 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. CUNY Graduate School and University Center New York, NY Acceptance Rate 24% Annual Degrees Awarded 43 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $0 Median Starting Salary $48,770
#72 #72 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. Winthrop University Rock Hill, SC In general, Winthrop University is a fairly selective school. They receive 5,099 applications each year . Acceptance Rate 70% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 990–1,210 Est. Net Price * $17,008 Median Starting Salary $52,350
#73 #73 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. Indiana University-South Bend South Bend, IN Indiana University-South Bend is a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 87% Annual Degrees Awarded 8 SAT Score 970–1,190 Est. Net Price * $8,785 Median Starting Salary $52,346
#74 #74 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. Dallas Baptist University Dallas, TX Dallas Baptist University is a non selective school. The school receives 8,519 applications every admission... Acceptance Rate 91% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 990–1,210 Est. Net Price * $27,607 Median Starting Salary $51,305
#75 #75 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. Auburn University at Montgomery Montgomery, AL Auburn University at Montgomery is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 92% Annual Degrees Awarded 9 SAT Score 980–1,210 Est. Net Price * $13,163 Median Starting Salary $49,581
#76 #76 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. Ursuline College Pepper Pike, OH Ursuline College is a non selective school. Around 610 applications are received by Ursuline College every... Acceptance Rate 85% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,020–1,150 Est. Net Price * $14,502 Median Starting Salary $50,582
#77 #77 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. CUNY Queens College Queens, NY Generally, CUNY Queens College is a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 69% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,050–1,200 Est. Net Price * $6,434 Median Starting Salary $47,327
#78 #78 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. Indiana University-Northwest Gary, IN In general, Indiana University-Northwest is known for being a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 80% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 970–1,180 Est. Net Price * $6,553 Median Starting Salary $51,672
#79 #79 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. Wichita State University Wichita, KS Generally, Wichita State University is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 95% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 1,010–1,250 Est. Net Price * $13,553 Median Starting Salary $50,709
#80 #80 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. Delta State University Cleveland, MS Delta State University is a non selective school. The institution receives approximately 900 applications... Acceptance Rate 99% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 940–1,190 Est. Net Price * $14,138 Median Starting Salary $49,729
#81 #81 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. Arkansas Tech University Russellville, AR Arkansas Tech University is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 94% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 940–1,180 Est. Net Price * $12,016 Median Starting Salary $50,547
#82 #82 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. Northern Michigan University Marquette, MI In general, Northern Michigan University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 71% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 990–1,210 Est. Net Price * $17,346 Median Starting Salary $53,867
#83 #83 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. Henderson State University Arkadelphia, AR Overall, Henderson State University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 71% Annual Degrees Awarded 7 SAT Score 900–1,080 Est. Net Price * $17,656 Median Starting Salary $50,350
#84 #84 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. Madonna University Livonia, MI Madonna University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 65% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 920–1,150 Est. Net Price * $18,344 Median Starting Salary $50,700
#85 #85 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. Arizona State University Digital Immersion Scottsdale, AZ Arizona State University Digital Immersion is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 64% Annual Degrees Awarded 24 SAT Score 860–1,020 Est. Net Price * $0 Median Starting Salary $50,883
#86 #86 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. Empire State University Saratoga Springs, NY Acceptance Rate 81% Annual Degrees Awarded 10 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $9,704 Median Starting Salary $49,411
#87 #87 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. Louisiana State University-Shreveport Shreveport, LA Louisiana State University-Shreveport is a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 89% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,020–1,180 Est. Net Price * $7,587 Median Starting Salary $48,775
#88 #88 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. Union Institute & University Cincinnati, OH Acceptance Rate 96% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $28,463 Median Starting Salary $54,129
#89 #89 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. Texas A&M University-Central Texas Killeen, TX Acceptance Rate 96% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $5,465 Median Starting Salary $49,330
#90 #90 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S. Excelsior University Albany, NY Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $0 Median Starting Salary $52,373
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About Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies

A program that is a structured combination of the arts, biological and physical sciences, social sciences, and humanities, emphasizing breadth of study. Includes instruction in independently designed, individualized, or regular programs.

For all the 345,146 degrees granted in Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies per year, the majority of them are Associates degree. Out of the 1,024 students earning degrees at the Masters degree level across the US, 61% percent identify as women and 39% percent identify as men. Though students at schools all over the country study Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, New York has the most graduates. The average annual income for an undergraduate degree in Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies is $38,700.

Popularity of Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies Degrees in the U.S.

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Careers

The highest paying job for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies majors is Postsecondary Teachers, All Other. However, something else to consider is how many job openings there currently is. A job that is in high need that a degree in Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies can prepare you for is Postsecondary Teachers, All Other.

Top Paying Careers

These are the highest paying careers for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies majors.

Most In-Demand Careers

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Student Demographics

Total Students

1,024

Female Students

620 (60%)

Male Students

404 (39%)

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Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies

#1 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S.

50%

31

1,280–1,460

$27,643

$56,669

#2 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S.

12%

42

1,470–1,570

$29,499

$48,765

#3 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S.

54%

19

1,270–1,460

$29,265

$50,918

#4 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S.

60%

1

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$22,316

$53,774

#5 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S.

31%

15

1,240–1,490

$17,434

$48,832

#6 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S.

44%

15

1,150–1,340

$11,004

$47,220

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39%

6

1,100–1,320

$13,017

$47,968

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73%

109

1,140–1,340

$22,601

$50,172

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69%

1

1,090–1,380

$14,739

$48,945

#10 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S.

88%

27

970–1,190

$13,322

$51,595

#11 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S.

57%

15

1,170–1,370

$55,480

$50,359

#12 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S.

92%

28

1,110–1,280

$10,979

$50,769

#13 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S.

78%

6

900–1,150

$11,953

$50,170

#14 Best College for Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies in the U.S.