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Liberal Arts & Humanities in Rhode Island

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Liberal Arts & Humanities Schools in Rhode Island

In 2020-2021, 1,275 students earned their Liberal Arts / Sciences & Humanities degrees in RI.

In this state, Liberal Arts & Humanities is the 3rd most popular major out of a total 37 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Liberal Arts & Humanities Majors in Rhode Island

Liberal Arts / Sciences & Humanities majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Associate Degree 1,242
Bachelor’s Degree 26
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 5
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 5
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 5
Master’s Degree 2

Gender Distribution

In Rhode Island, a liberal arts / sciences and humanities major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of liberal arts / sciences and humanities majors in Rhode Island is as follows:

  • Asian: 2.6%
  • Black or African American: 5.3%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 18.5%
  • White: 62.0%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.2%
  • Other Races: 11.4%
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Jobs for Liberal Arts & Humanities Grads in Rhode Island

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Wages for Liberal Arts & Humanities Jobs in Rhode Island

In this state, liberal arts / sciences and humanities grads earn an average of $85,080. Nationwide, they make an average of $76,990.

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There are 8 colleges in Rhode Island that offer liberal arts / sciences and humanities degrees. Learn about the most popular 8 below:

1,236 Degrees in Major Awarded
13,684 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 97% of students receive it. 100% of the teachers are full time. Graduates earn an average $32,333 after graduation.

#2

Providence College

Providence
13 Degrees in Major Awarded
86% Graduation Rate
4,821 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.04 years. The student loan default rate is 1.80% which is lower than average. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $62,565 a year.

10 Degrees in Major Awarded
72% Graduation Rate
2,771 Total Students

This private school has an average net price of $33,806. Most students complete their degree in 4.08 years. The student to faculty ratio is 13 to 1.

5 Degrees in Major Awarded
63% Graduation Rate
5,676 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 99% of students receive it. This private institution charges an average net price of $28,582. The student loan default rate is 6.50% which is lower than average.

#5

Rhode Island College

Providence
4 Degrees in Major Awarded
50% Graduation Rate
7,072 Total Students

In their early career, RIC grads earn an average salary of $40,888. 14 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. A typical student attending RIC will pay a net price of $12,144.

4 Degrees in Major Awarded
2,152 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 6.50% which is lower than average. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $36,268 a year. 100% of the teachers are full time.

2 Degrees in Major Awarded
67% Graduation Rate
17,649 Total Students

This public college charges it's students an average net price of $18,638. Most students complete their degree in 4.28 years. The student loan default rate of 4.30% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

1 Degrees in Major Awarded
70% Graduation Rate
4,702 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 39%. 15 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 100% of students receive it.

Liberal Arts & Humanities Careers in RI

Some of the careers liberal arts / sciences and humanities majors go into include:

Job Title RI Job Growth RI Median Salary
Professors 4% $70,460

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to liberal arts / sciences and humanities.

Major Annual Graduates in RI
Visual & Performing Arts 709
English Language & Literature 306
Foreign Languages & Linguistics 232
Philosophy & Religious Studies 78
Theology & Religious Vocations 8

View all majors related to Liberal Arts & Humanities

View Nationwide Liberal Arts & Humanities Report

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