Liberal Arts & Humanities at John C Calhoun State Community College

Tanner, AL · Public · Associate Degree · Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

enrolling 6,928 students in Tanner, AL.

Program Analysis

Graduates earn $24,455/yr, roughly in line with the $27,616 national median for Liberal Arts & Humanities. The value proposition here depends on cost, not earnings.

With a 42.4x return on tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

Career paths for Liberal Arts & Humanities carry above-average AI exposure (0% of tasks). The 40% scenario spread means the difference between optimistic and pessimistic outcomes is substantial.

With first-year pay of $24,455 far exceeding the $9,689 median debt, the payback timeline is measured in months, not years.

A #581 ranking among 830 Liberal Arts & Humanities programs places John C Calhoun State Community College in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

The $24,455-to-$41,635 earnings arc over five years reflects a 70% gain — well above average career growth for trade school graduates.

41 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
38
Low End
41
Score
41
High End
Earnings $24,455/yr (-11% vs median)
AI-Proof AI-Proof (100% shielded)
Job Market Medium (13,500 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$429K
12.0% annual growth
Earnings Multiple (In-State)
42.4x
10-year earnings ÷ tuition
Viable Career Paths
1 of 1
Occupations with strong AI resilience

Projected 10-Year Earnings

Based on actual graduate salary data and Bureau of Labor Statistics growth projections.

Program Tuition (In-State)
$10,120
Out-of-state: $17,740
Median Debt at Graduation
$9,689
4.8 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$41,635
70% growth from Year 1

Top Career Paths

Top career paths for Liberal Arts & Humanities graduates by median salary.

Career Path Median Salary Growth AI-ProofAI
Postsecondary teachers, all other $78,490 +1.8% 100%
Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78,490
+1.8% growth 100% AI-proof

Liberal Arts & Humanities Career Guide

From day-one roles to senior positions, Liberal Arts & Humanities careers span a range of specializations. Read the complete outlook for graduates entering other programs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the TradeSchoolOutlook Score for Liberal Arts & Humanities at John C Calhoun State Community College?
A score of 41/100 indicates below-average financial outcomes for Liberal Arts & Humanities. Earnings, ROI, or job market factors are pulling the score down.
Will AI replace Liberal Arts & Humanities jobs?
This is one of the more automation-resistant trades. Liberal Arts & Humanities work requires physical skill and on-site presence — qualities AI cannot provide. John C Calhoun State Community College's score of 41/100 reflects this durability.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →