Liberal Arts & Humanities at Washburn University

Topeka, KS · Public · Associate Degree · Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

a compact campus enrolling 4,093 students in Topeka, KS.

Program Analysis

At $39,468 per year, Liberal Arts & Humanities graduates from Washburn University significantly outpace the $27,616 national average for this trade, reflecting strong employer demand for this program's graduates.

The 21.6x 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 median debt load of $16,750 represents less than half a year of starting salary — among the lightest debt-to-income ratios in vocational education.

Ranked #354 out of 830 programs, Washburn University's Liberal Arts & Humanities offering sits in the upper half but doesn't break into the top tier.

46 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
47
Low End
46
Score
46
High End
Earnings $39,468/yr (43% vs median)
AI-Proof AI-Proof (100% shielded)
Job Market Medium (13,500 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$413K
1.0% annual growth
Earnings Multiple (In-State)
21.6x
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)
$19,156
Out-of-state: $41,164
Median Debt at Graduation
$16,750
5.1 months of Year 1 earnings

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

What can you do with a Liberal Arts & Humanities credential from Washburn University? Our career guide maps every occupation path with earnings and growth data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Washburn University's Liberal Arts & Humanities program score?
This program scores 46/100 — on the lower end for Liberal Arts & Humanities. Prospective students should carefully weigh costs against likely earnings.
How AI-proof is a career in Liberal Arts & Humanities?
This is one of the more automation-resistant trades. Liberal Arts & Humanities work requires physical skill and on-site presence — qualities AI cannot provide. Washburn University's score of 46/100 reflects this durability.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →