Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities at Treasure Valley Community College

Graduates from the Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities program at Treasure Valley Community College experience a steady increase in earnings over time. One year after graduation, median earnings are reported at $27,794, which rise to $41,357 after five years and reach $57,743 after ten years. When adjusted for purchasing power, the median earnings five years post-graduation equate to approximately $36,182.85 nationally, reflecting the impact of regional cost of living differences, particularly in Oregon, where the cost-of-living index is 1.143 compared to the national average.

The primary industries that graduates enter are predominantly within Health Care & Social Assistance, with a significant 56.3% of graduates finding employment in this sector. This trend continues with 33.3% and 15.1% of graduates also entering similar roles, indicating a strong alignment between the program and workforce needs in these fields. However, the estimated break-even point for graduates compared to those with only a high school diploma is approximately 16 years, suggesting that while the long-term return on investment may be favorable, it requires a considerable time commitment to surpass the earnings of high school graduates.