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Liberal Arts & Humanities at Union University

Jackson, TN · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's Degree · Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case)

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $41,320/yr (11% vs median)

AI Risk Low (0% exposed)

Job Market Medium (13,500 openings/yr)

ROI 3.1x earnings multiple

Ranked #328 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	$478K	$478K	$454K
Earnings Multiple	3.1x	3.1x	3.0x
Probability of Field Employment	45%	45%	45%
DegreeOutlook Score	27	26	29

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition (Sticker)

$153,800

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$107,260

30% less than sticker · See by income

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$45,443

10% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

At $41,320 per year, Liberal Arts & Humanities graduates from Union University earn slightly above the $37,172 national median. The premium is real but not dramatic.

The 3.1x 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.

At #328 out of 424 programs, Union University's financial outcomes for Liberal Arts & Humanities trail the majority of peers. The value case depends on other factors.

Earnings growth is modest: $41,320 to $45,443 over five years (10% gain). This field may have a lower salary ceiling than high-growth professions.

About Union University

Union University accepts 47% of applicants, balancing access with selectivity, a smaller institution with 1,637 students in Jackson, TN. The average net cost of $107,260 over four years represents a 30% discount from published tuition.

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Top Career Paths

Postsecondary teachers, all other $78,490/yr

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Union 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.

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