In 2023, the total number of tertiary education graduates in Humanities and Arts in the US was approximately 1.115 million. Forecasts indicate a steady annual growth from 2024 to 2028, with graduates rising from 1.147 million to 1.277 million. Annual increases show an average year-on-year growth rate of around 2.6% during this period. From 2024 to 2028, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is projected to be approximately 2.2%.

Future trends to watch for:

Impact of digital transformation on Humanities and Arts curriculum.
Increasing interdisciplinary studies incorporating technology and arts.
The demand for skills aligned with emerging humanistic service-oriented roles.
Potential shifts due to declining or rising student interest in traditional Humanities disciplines.