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Business/Commerce, General at Plymouth State University

Plymouth, NH · Public · Bachelor's Degree

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

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $41,714/yr (-13% vs median)

AI Risk High (46% exposed)

Job Market Very Large (832,900 openings/yr)

ROI 10.2x earnings multiple (5.8x out-of-state)

Ranked #131 of 242 Business/Commerce, General programs

How AI Changes the Outlook

Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to Business/Commerce, General graduates.

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$605K	$596K	$540K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	10.4x	10.2x	9.3x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	5.9x	5.8x	5.3x
Probability of Field Employment	49%	45%	34%
DegreeOutlook Score	63	63	59

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$58,232

Out-of-state: $101,992 (5.8x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$78,740

-35% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$27,000

7.8 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$64,858

55% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

At $41,714/yr, Business/Commerce, General graduates from Plymouth State University land near the $48,211 national average — neither a standout nor a red flag.

With a 10.2x return on in-state tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The 11% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Business/Commerce, General career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

At $27,000 against $41,714/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

A #131 ranking among 242 Business/Commerce, General programs places Plymouth State University in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

The $41,714-to-$64,858 earnings arc over five years reflects a 55% gain — well above average career growth for recent graduates.

About Plymouth State University

With 91% of applicants admitted, Plymouth State University prioritizes broad access, with a smaller student body of 3,298 in Plymouth, NH.

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Top Career Paths

Chief executives $206,420/yr

Sales managers $138,060/yr

Managers, all other $136,550/yr

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 63/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Business/Commerce, General at Plymouth State University?

At 63/100, the score looks reasonable — but Business/Commerce, General is a high-scoring field overall. Compared to peers, this program's earnings and ROI fall below the median.

Should I worry about AI if I study Business/Commerce, General at Plymouth State University?

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 →