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Liberal Arts & Humanities at Soka University of America

Aliso Viejo, CA · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's Degree · Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case)

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $19,776/yr (-47% vs median)

AI Risk Low (0% exposed)

Job Market Medium (13,500 openings/yr)

ROI 3.9x earnings multiple

Ranked #419 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	$577K	$577K	$552K
Earnings Multiple	3.9x	3.9x	3.7x
Probability of Field Employment	45%	45%	45%
DegreeOutlook Score	13	12	16

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition (Sticker)

$149,800

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$85,784

43% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$18,750

11.4 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$49,249

149% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

At $19,776 per year, Liberal Arts & Humanities graduates from Soka University of America earn below the $37,172 national average. Lower costs or geographic factors may offset the earnings gap.

The 3.9x 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 4%. Career paths for Liberal Arts & Humanities are among the more automation-resistant we measure.

The $18,750 debt-to-$19,776 income ratio translates to about 11 months of earnings. Standard loan terms should handle this comfortably.

At #419 out of 424 programs, Soka University of America's financial outcomes for Liberal Arts & Humanities trail the majority of peers. The value case depends on other factors.

Earnings growth from $19,776 to $49,249 over five years (149% increase) indicates that graduates in this field see meaningful salary progression.

About Soka University of America

Soka University of America accepts 70% of applicants, balancing access with selectivity, with a smaller student body of 464 in Aliso Viejo, CA. Financial aid reduces the effective four-year cost to $85,784 — 43% less than the list price.

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Top Career Paths

Postsecondary teachers, all other $78,490/yr

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Soka University of America's Liberal Arts & Humanities program score?

This program scores 12/100 — on the lower end for Liberal Arts & Humanities. Prospective students should carefully weigh costs against likely earnings.

Why are Liberal Arts & Humanities earnings lower at Soka University of America?

Lower starting pay at Soka University of America 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 →