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Psychology, General at Rochester University

Rochester Hills, MI · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's Degree

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case)

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $33,375/yr (5% vs median)

AI Risk High (49% exposed)

Job Market Very Large (125,000 openings/yr)

ROI 4.5x earnings multiple

Ranked #554 of 926 Psychology, General programs

How AI Changes the Outlook

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

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$501K	$501K	$469K
Earnings Multiple	4.5x	4.5x	4.2x
Probability of Field Employment	51%	47%	34%
DegreeOutlook Score	32	32	30

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition (Sticker)

$111,752

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$76,980

31% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$24,837

8.9 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$47,279

42% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

At $33,375 per year, Psychology, General graduates from Rochester University earn slightly above the $31,705 national median. The premium is real but not dramatic.

At 4.5x tuition cost in decade earnings, the ROI is moderate. This program pays for itself, but it's not a financial slam-dunk.

The 6% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Psychology, General career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

At $24,837 against $33,375/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

A #554 ranking among 926 Psychology, General programs places Rochester University in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

A 42% earnings increase from $33,375 to $47,279 over five years is solid — not a moonshot, but evidence of normal career advancement.

About Rochester University

Rochester University accepts 65% of applicants, balancing access with selectivity, a smaller institution with 827 students in Rochester Hills, MI. Financial aid reduces the effective four-year cost to $76,980 — 31% less than the list price.

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Top Career Paths

Managers, all other $136,550/yr

Psychologists, all other $117,580/yr

Industrial-organizational psychologists $109,840/yr

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 32/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Psychology, General at Rochester University?

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

Should I worry about AI if I study Psychology, General at Rochester University?

The 49% 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 →