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Ecology & Evolution at Oklahoma State University-Main Campus

Stillwater, OK · Public · Bachelor's Degree · Ecology, Evolution, Systematics, and Population Biology

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

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $31,923/yr (7% vs median)

AI Risk High (46% exposed)

Job Market Large (72,700 openings/yr)

ROI 11.9x earnings multiple (4.7x out-of-state)

Ranked #20 of 64 Ecology & Evolution programs Top 50%

How AI Changes the Outlook

Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to Ecology & Evolution graduates.

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$485K	$485K	$458K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	11.8x	11.9x	11.2x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	4.7x	4.7x	4.5x
Probability of Field Employment	53%	49%	36%
DegreeOutlook Score	32	32	33

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$40,936

Out-of-state: $103,016 (4.7x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$65,512

-60% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$21,410

8.0 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$44,515

39% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $31,923 at Oklahoma State University-Main Campus come in 7% above the national median of $29,875 for Ecology & Evolution programs.

With a 11.9x return on in-state tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The 5% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Ecology & Evolution career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

At $21,410 against $31,923/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

A #20 ranking among 64 Ecology & Evolution programs places Oklahoma State University-Main Campus in the middle-to-upper range. Solid, not exceptional.

A 39% earnings increase from $31,923 to $44,515 over five years is solid — not a moonshot, but evidence of normal career advancement.

About Oklahoma State University-Main Campus

Oklahoma State University-Main Campus accepts 71% of applicants — an open-access institution by design, with 20,814 students enrolled in Stillwater, OK.

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Top Career Paths

Natural sciences managers $161,180/yr

Health specialties teachers, postsecondary $105,620/yr

Statisticians $103,300/yr

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 32/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Ecology & Evolution at Oklahoma State University-Main Campus?

At 32/100, the financial outlook is modest. Higher-scoring Ecology & Evolution programs exist, though non-financial factors may justify this choice.

Should I worry about AI if I study Ecology & Evolution at Oklahoma State University-Main Campus?

The 46% 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 →