Social Work at Morehead State University
Morehead, KY · Public · Bachelor's Degree
DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case) — assumes in-state tuition
37
Optimistic
36
Base Case
49
Pessimistic
Earnings
$35,300/yr (-3% vs median)
AI Risk
Moderate (24% exposed)
Job Market
Very Large (116,900 openings/yr)
ROI
11.1x earnings multiple (7.4x out-of-state)
How AI Changes the Outlook
Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to Social Work graduates.
| Optimistic No Disruption |
Base Case Gradual AI |
Pessimistic Aggressive AI |
|
|---|---|---|---|
| 10-Year Earnings | $437K | $438K | $428K |
| Earnings Multiple (In-State) | 11.1x | 11.1x | 10.9x |
| Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State) | 7.4x | 7.4x | 7.3x |
| Probability of Field Employment | 70% | 69% | 58% |
| DegreeOutlook Score | 37 | 36 | 49 |
10-Year Earnings Projection
*Year 1 uses actual reported earnings. Scenarios diverge as AI impact compounds over time.
4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)
$39,352
Out-of-state: $58,824 (7.4x ROI)
Median Debt at Graduation
$23,250
7.9 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$40,435
15% growth from Year 1
About Morehead State University
With 82% of applicants admitted, Morehead State University prioritizes broad access, a compact campus enrolling 4,689 students in Morehead, KY.
See all programs and financial aid at Morehead State University →Top Career Paths
Social and community service managers
$78,240/yr
Social work teachers, postsecondary
$76,210/yr
Social workers, all other
$69,480/yr
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the DegreeOutlook Score for Social Work at Morehead State University?
A score of 36/100 indicates below-average financial outcomes for Social Work. Earnings, ROI, or AI risk factors are pulling the score down.
Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research.
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