Liberal Arts & Humanities at Ohio University-Southern Campus

Ironton, OH · Public · Associate Degree · Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

a compact campus enrolling 461 students in Ironton, OH.

Program Analysis

Ohio University-Southern Campus Liberal Arts & Humanities graduates command $36,942/yr out of the gate, well above the $27,616 national median. That 34% premium suggests the program's industry reputation carries real labor-market weight.

The 31.3x earnings multiple means ten-year projected earnings exceed tuition cost by an order of magnitude. Trade programs often deliver strong ratios, and this one is a standout.

With only 0% of typical job tasks exposed to AI, the scenario spread is tight at 0%. Career paths for Liberal Arts & Humanities are among the more automation-resistant trades we analyze.

The $19,000 debt-to-$36,942 income ratio translates to about 6 months of earnings. Standard loan terms should handle this comfortably.

Ranked #323 out of 830 programs, Ohio University-Southern Campus's Liberal Arts & Humanities offering sits in the upper half but doesn't break into the top tier.

47 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
49
Low End
47
Score
47
High End
Earnings $36,942/yr (34% vs median)
AI-Proof AI-Proof (100% shielded)
Job Market Medium (13,500 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Year 1 Earnings
$37K
Reported median after graduation
Earnings Multiple (In-State)
31.3x
10-year earnings ÷ tuition
Viable Career Paths
1 of 1
Occupations with strong AI resilience
Program Tuition (In-State)
$12,356
Out-of-state: $18,340
Median Debt at Graduation
$19,000
6.2 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$36,156
Small cohort — data may not reflect typical outcomes

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 does a 47/100 TradeSchoolOutlook Score mean for Liberal Arts & Humanities at Ohio University-Southern Campus?
A score of 47/100 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?
Highly resilient. Liberal Arts & Humanities careers are fundamentally hands-on — they require physical presence and manual skill that AI cannot replicate. Ohio University-Southern Campus graduates retain 1 of 1 viable career paths even under conservative assumptions.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →