Program Analysis
Grand Valley State University's Geosciences program produces graduates earning $38,675/yr — within striking distance of the $39,933 national average for this field.
At 7.9x the cost of in-state tuition, the ten-year earnings outlook represents a strong return. Not exceptional, but meaningfully positive.
AI risk is moderate — 47% task exposure — and the 3% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook.
The $27,000 debt-to-$38,675 income ratio translates to about 8 months of earnings. Standard loan terms should handle this comfortably.
At #87 out of 103 programs, Grand Valley State University's financial outcomes for Geosciences trail the majority of peers. The value case depends on other factors.