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Liberal Arts and Sciences at Lincoln University

Jefferson City, MO · 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 $21,282/yr (-43% vs median)

AI Risk Low (0% exposed)

Job Market Medium (13,500 openings/yr)

ROI 12.3x earnings multiple (6.8x out-of-state)

Ranked #396 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	$458K	$458K	$433K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	12.3x	12.3x	11.7x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	6.8x	6.8x	6.4x
Probability of Field Employment	45%	45%	45%
DegreeOutlook Score	18	18	22

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$37,160

Out-of-state: $67,528 (6.8x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$49,936

-34% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$33,472

18.9 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$36,205

70% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $21,282 place Lincoln University below the $37,172 national median for Liberal Arts and Sciences — worth weighing against tuition and cost of living.

The 12.3x 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 5%. Career paths for Liberal Arts and Sciences are among the more automation-resistant we measure.

The $33,472 debt load exceeds a year of the $21,282 starting salary, suggesting a multi-year repayment window before graduates break even financially.

At #396 out of 424 programs, Lincoln University's financial outcomes for Liberal Arts and Sciences trail the majority of peers. The value case depends on other factors.

Earnings growth from $21,282 to $36,205 over five years (70% increase) indicates that graduates in this field see meaningful salary progression.

About Lincoln University

with a smaller student body of 1,357 in Jefferson City, MO. 46% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating strong socioeconomic diversity.

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Top Career Paths

Postsecondary teachers, all other $78,490/yr

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Consider the Trade Route?

Trade programs often mean less time in school, lower student debt, and hands-on career paths that tend to be more resilient to AI disruption.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Lincoln University's Liberal Arts and Sciences program score?

This program scores 18/100 — on the lower end for Liberal Arts and Sciences. Prospective students should carefully weigh costs against likely earnings.

Do Lincoln University Liberal Arts and Sciences graduates earn enough to justify the loans?

The debt-to-income ratio of 1.6x 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 Lincoln University?

Lower starting pay at Lincoln University 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 →