Home › College of Staten Island CUNY › Liberal Arts & Humanities

Liberal Arts & Humanities at College of Staten Island CUNY

Staten Island, NY · 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 $25,967/yr (-30% vs median)

AI Risk Low (0% exposed)

Job Market Medium (13,500 openings/yr)

ROI 23.4x earnings multiple (11.3x out-of-state)

Ranked #98 of 424 Liberal Arts and Sciences programs Top 25%

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	$700K	$700K	$675K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	23.4x	23.4x	22.5x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	11.3x	11.3x	10.9x
Probability of Field Employment	45%	45%	45%
DegreeOutlook Score	40	39	46

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$29,960

Out-of-state: $61,760 (11.3x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$20,460

32% less than sticker · See by income

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$67,334

159% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $25,967 place College of Staten Island CUNY below the $37,172 national median for Liberal Arts & Humanities — worth weighing against tuition and cost of living.

The 23.4x 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 & Humanities are among the more automation-resistant we measure.

Ranked #98 out of 424 programs, College of Staten Island CUNY's Liberal Arts & Humanities program lands in the top 5% — a strong signal of graduate success.

Earnings growth from $25,967 to $67,334 over five years (159% increase) indicates that graduates in this field see meaningful salary progression.

About College of Staten Island CUNY

serving 9,387 students in Staten Island, NY. With 49% of students on Pell Grants, the campus draws from a broad economic spectrum. After financial aid, the average student pays $20,460 over four years — 32% below sticker price.

See all programs and financial aid at College of Staten Island CUNY →

Top Career Paths

Postsecondary teachers, all other $78,490/yr

View all 1 career paths with salary ranges and AI risk →

Compare & Explore

Liberal Arts & Humanities at Other Schools

Other Majors at College of Staten Island CUNY

Is a Trade Program a Better Fit?

For students who prefer applied learning, trade programs can deliver strong earnings with significantly less debt and shorter time to employment.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does College of Staten Island CUNY's Liberal Arts & Humanities program score?

This program scores 39/100 — on the lower end for Liberal Arts & Humanities. Prospective students should carefully weigh costs against likely earnings.

Why does College of Staten Island CUNY rank so high for Liberal Arts & Humanities?

The #98 ranking out of 424 programs is driven by strong financial outcomes — graduates earn well, debt is manageable relative to income, and the job market supports the field.

Why are Liberal Arts & Humanities earnings lower at College of Staten Island CUNY?

Lower starting pay at College of Staten Island CUNY 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 →