Architecture at Judson University

Elgin, IL · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's Degree
37 /100
DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case)
38
Optimistic
37
Base Case
40
Pessimistic
Earnings $41,033/yr (-11% vs median)
AI Risk High (46% exposed)
Job Market Medium (23,200 openings/yr)
ROI 4.7x earnings multiple
Ranked #60 of 66 Architecture programs

How AI Changes the Outlook

Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to Architecture graduates.

Optimistic
No Disruption
Base Case
Gradual AI
Pessimistic
Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings $593K $583K $538K
Earnings Multiple 4.8x 4.7x 4.4x
Probability of Field Employment 74% 66% 50%
DegreeOutlook Score 38 37 40

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition (Sticker)
$123,640
4-Year Net Price (After Aid)
$100,108
19% less than sticker · See by income
Median Debt at Graduation
$26,442
7.7 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$58,276
42% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

At $41,033/yr, Architecture graduates from Judson University land near the $45,895 national average — neither a standout nor a red flag.

The 4.7x return on tuition is positive but not overwhelming. Financial outcomes depend on keeping costs close to in-state rates.

AI risk is moderate — 46% task exposure — and the 9% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook.

The $26,442 debt-to-$41,033 income ratio translates to about 8 months of earnings. Standard loan terms should handle this comfortably.

At #60 out of 66 programs, Judson University's financial outcomes for Architecture trail the majority of peers. The value case depends on other factors.

The five-year earnings trajectory from $41,033 to $58,276 shows 42% growth, reflecting steady but unremarkable salary progression.

About Judson University

Judson University accepts 63% of applicants, balancing access with selectivity, a smaller institution with 780 students in Elgin, IL.

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Top Career Paths

Architectural and engineering managers $167,740/yr
Architecture teachers, postsecondary $101,480/yr
Architects, except landscape and naval $96,690/yr
View all 3 career paths with salary ranges and AI risk →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Judson University's Architecture program score?
This program scores 37/100 — on the lower end for Architecture. Prospective students should carefully weigh costs against likely earnings.
How vulnerable is Architecture to AI automation?
AI won't 'replace' Architecture careers outright, but it is likely to reduce the number of job openings. We model 46% task exposure, which compresses field employment probability in our scenarios.
Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research. See full methodology →