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Liberal Arts and Sciences at University of Akron Main Campus

Akron, OH · Public · Bachelor's Degree · Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case) — assumes in-state tuition

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $24,851/yr (-33% vs median)

AI Risk Low (0% exposed)

Job Market Medium (13,500 openings/yr)

ROI 12.0x earnings multiple (8.9x out-of-state)

Ranked #300 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 and Sciences graduates.

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$615K	$615K	$591K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	12.0x	12.0x	11.5x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	8.9x	8.9x	8.6x
Probability of Field Employment	45%	45%	45%
DegreeOutlook Score	29	28	35

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$51,196

Out-of-state: $68,956 (8.9x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$59,924

-17% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$28,375

13.7 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$57,605

132% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $24,851 place University of Akron Main Campus below the $37,172 national median for Liberal Arts and Sciences — worth weighing against tuition and cost of living.

The 12.0x earnings multiple means ten-year projected earnings exceed tuition cost by an order of magnitude. By pure financial math, this is a standout.

With only 0% of typical job tasks exposed to AI, the scenario spread is tight at 4%. Career paths for Liberal Arts and Sciences are among the more automation-resistant we measure.

The $28,375 debt load exceeds a year of the $24,851 starting salary, suggesting a multi-year repayment window before graduates break even financially.

At #300 out of 424 programs, University of Akron Main Campus's financial outcomes for Liberal Arts and Sciences trail the majority of peers. The value case depends on other factors.

Earnings growth from $24,851 to $57,605 over five years (132% increase) indicates that graduates in this field see meaningful salary progression.

About University of Akron Main Campus

University of Akron Main Campus accepts 71% of applicants — an open-access institution by design, serving 10,011 students in Akron, OH.

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Top Career Paths

Postsecondary teachers, all other $78,490/yr

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does University of Akron Main Campus's Liberal Arts and Sciences program score?

This program scores 28/100 — on the lower end for Liberal Arts and Sciences. Prospective students should carefully weigh costs against likely earnings.

Do University of Akron Main Campus Liberal Arts and Sciences graduates earn enough to justify the loans?

The debt-to-income ratio of 1.1x suggests an extended repayment window. Whether it's 'worth it' depends on career trajectory, not just first-year pay.

Why are Liberal Arts and Sciences earnings lower at University of Akron Main Campus?

Lower starting pay at University of Akron Main Campus may reflect local labor market conditions rather than program quality. Many graduates see convergence with national averages within 3-5 years.

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