Liberal Arts & Humanities at Saint Louis Community College

Bridgeton, MO · Public · Associate Degree · Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

enrolling 11,174 students in Bridgeton, MO.

Program Analysis

Graduates earn $25,841/yr, roughly in line with the $27,616 national median for Liberal Arts & Humanities. The value proposition here depends on cost, not earnings.

Every dollar of tuition returns an estimated 62.0x in decade earnings — an exceptional ratio that places this among the highest-ROI Liberal Arts & Humanities programs nationally.

The 40% gap between optimistic and pessimistic AI scenarios is notable. With 0% of typical tasks exposed to automation, AI adoption could meaningfully shift career outcomes for Liberal Arts & Humanities graduates.

With first-year pay of $25,841 far exceeding the $5,250 median debt, the payback timeline is measured in months, not years.

At #311 of 830 Liberal Arts & Humanities programs, Saint Louis Community College scores above the median — competitive but not a standout.

Five-year earnings of $41,960 show a 62% jump from the $25,841 starting point — strong upward trajectory suggesting real career acceleration in this trade.

47 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
42
Low End
47
Score
46
High End
Earnings $25,841/yr (-6% vs median)
AI-Proof AI-Proof (100% shielded)
Job Market Medium (13,500 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$453K
12.0% annual growth
Earnings Multiple (In-State)
62.0x
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)
$7,320
Out-of-state: $13,980
Median Debt at Graduation
$5,250
2.4 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$41,960
62% 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

How does Saint Louis Community College's Liberal Arts & Humanities program score?
At 47/100, the financial outlook is modest. Higher-scoring Liberal Arts & Humanities programs exist, though non-financial factors may justify this choice.
Will AI replace Liberal Arts & Humanities jobs?
Liberal Arts & Humanities rates as "AI-Proof" for AI resilience. With only 0% of tasks exposed to automation, the trade's physical demands provide a natural shield against AI displacement.
How affordable is Liberal Arts & Humanities at Saint Louis Community College?
At $5,250 in median debt, Liberal Arts & Humanities graduates from Saint Louis Community College carry minimal financial burden. The debt-to-income ratio of 0.2x is well below the trade program average.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →