Liberal Arts & Humanities at Hutchinson Community College

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

a smaller institution with 2,911 students in Hutchinson, KS.

Program Analysis

Graduates earn $26,151/yr, roughly in line with the $27,616 national median for Liberal Arts & Humanities. The value proposition here depends on cost, not earnings.

The 67.1x 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.

AI exposure is significant at 0% of job tasks, producing a 40% spread between best and worst-case decade earnings. The field isn't immune to disruption.

With first-year pay of $26,151 far exceeding the $7,981 median debt, the payback timeline is measured in months, not years.

Ranked #258 out of 830 programs, Hutchinson Community College's Liberal Arts & Humanities offering sits in the upper half but doesn't break into the top tier.

Earnings growth from $26,151 to $44,139 over five years (69% increase) indicates that graduates in this trade see meaningful salary progression.

48 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
44
Low End
48
Score
48
High End
Earnings $26,151/yr (-5% vs median)
AI-Proof AI-Proof (100% shielded)
Job Market Medium (13,500 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$459K
12.0% annual growth
Earnings Multiple (In-State)
67.1x
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)
$6,840
Out-of-state: $9,300
Median Debt at Graduation
$7,981
3.7 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$44,139
69% 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

What is the TradeSchoolOutlook Score for Liberal Arts & Humanities at Hutchinson Community College?
This program scores 48/100 — on the lower end for Liberal Arts & Humanities. Prospective students should carefully weigh costs against likely earnings.
Is Liberal Arts & Humanities from Hutchinson Community College a future-proof career choice?
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.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →