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Liberal Arts & Humanities at Bay Path University

Longmeadow, MA · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's Degree · Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case)

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $41,141/yr (11% vs median)

AI Risk Low (0% exposed)

Job Market Medium (13,500 openings/yr)

ROI 3.2x earnings multiple

Ranked #322 of 424 Liberal Arts and Sciences programs

How AI Changes the Outlook

Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to Liberal Arts & Humanities graduates.

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$469K	$469K	$445K
Earnings Multiple	3.2x	3.2x	3.0x
Probability of Field Employment	45%	45%	45%
DegreeOutlook Score	26	26	29

10-Year Earnings Projection

*Year 1 uses actual reported earnings. Scenarios diverge as AI impact compounds over time.

4-Year Tuition (Sticker)

$148,908

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$58,360

61% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$27,000

7.9 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$43,713

6% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

Bay Path University's Liberal Arts & Humanities graduates start at $41,141/yr — above the $37,172 national average, though not by a wide margin.

The 3.2x return on tuition is positive but not overwhelming. Financial outcomes depend on keeping costs close to in-state rates.

With only 0% of typical job tasks exposed to AI, the scenario spread is tight at 5%. Career paths for Liberal Arts & Humanities are among the more automation-resistant we measure.

The $27,000 debt-to-$41,141 income ratio translates to about 8 months of earnings. Standard loan terms should handle this comfortably.

At #322 out of 424 programs, Bay Path University's financial outcomes for Liberal Arts & Humanities trail the majority of peers. The value case depends on other factors.

Earnings growth is modest: $41,141 to $43,713 over five years (6% gain). This field may have a lower salary ceiling than high-growth professions.

About Bay Path University

A 74% acceptance rate means Bay Path University is accessible to most applicants, a compact campus enrolling 1,186 students in Longmeadow, MA. With 66% of students on Pell Grants, the campus draws from a broad economic spectrum. Financial aid reduces the effective four-year cost to $58,360 — 61% less than the list price.

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Top Career Paths

Postsecondary teachers, all other $78,490/yr

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Bay Path University's Liberal Arts & Humanities program score?

This program scores 26/100 — on the lower end for Liberal Arts & Humanities. Prospective students should carefully weigh costs against likely earnings.

How affordable is Liberal Arts & Humanities at Bay Path University after financial aid?

Sticker price is $148,908, but the average net cost is $58,360 — a 61% discount. For students who qualify for aid, this program is considerably more affordable than it appears.

Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research. See full methodology →