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Information Science/Studies at Georgia Southern University

Statesboro, GA · Public · Bachelor's Degree

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case) — assumes in-state tuition

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $52,435/yr (-12% vs median)

AI Risk Very High (68% exposed)

Job Market Very Large (221,900 openings/yr)

ROI 32.2x earnings multiple (11.2x out-of-state)

Ranked #37 of 129 Information Science/Studies programs Top 50%

How AI Changes the Outlook

Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to Information Science/Studies graduates.

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$785K	$761K	$620K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	33.2x	32.2x	26.3x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	11.6x	11.2x	9.1x
Probability of Field Employment	74%	68%	39%
DegreeOutlook Score	79	78	72

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$23,620

Out-of-state: $67,836 (11.2x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$66,124

-180% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$26,000

6.0 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$80,336

53% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $52,435 track close to the $59,433 national median for Information Science/Studies programs. This is a middle-of-the-road outcome on salary alone.

With a 32.2x return on in-state tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The 21% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Information Science/Studies career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

At $26,000 in median debt against $52,435 in first-year earnings, graduates can expect to clear their loan balance in under six months of full earnings.

A #37 ranking among 129 Information Science/Studies programs places Georgia Southern University in the middle-to-upper range. Solid, not exceptional.

The $52,435-to-$80,336 earnings arc over five years reflects a 53% gain — well above average career growth for recent graduates.

About Georgia Southern University

Georgia Southern University has a 90% acceptance rate, making it broadly accessible, serving a student body of 21,029 in Statesboro, GA.

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Top Career Paths

Computer and information systems managers $171,200/yr

Computer and information research scientists $140,910/yr

Database architects $135,980/yr

View all 7 career paths with salary ranges and AI risk →

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 78/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Information Science/Studies at Georgia Southern University?

At 78/100, this is a high-performing program. The DegreeOutlook Score combines earnings, AI resilience, and ROI — and this program delivers on all three.

Should I worry about AI if I study Information Science/Studies at Georgia Southern University?

The 68% AI task exposure score is above average. Our model shows this affecting job availability more than salaries — graduates may face stiffer competition for fewer positions.

Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research. See full methodology →