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History at Saginaw Valley State University

University Center, MI · Public · Bachelor's Degree

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

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $38,628/yr (20% vs median)

AI Risk High (44% exposed)

Job Market Very Large (188,200 openings/yr)

ROI 9.9x earnings multiple (4.2x out-of-state)

Ranked #114 of 389 History programs Top 50%

How AI Changes the Outlook

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

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$481K	$482K	$455K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	9.8x	9.9x	9.3x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	4.2x	4.2x	4.0x
Probability of Field Employment	50%	45%	34%
DegreeOutlook Score	46	45	42

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$48,960

Out-of-state: $115,008 (4.2x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$58,328

-19% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$29,327

9.1 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$45,658

18% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

At $38,628 per year, History graduates from Saginaw Valley State University earn slightly above the $32,281 national median. The premium is real but not dramatic.

A 9.9x earnings multiple over ten years puts this program in solid financial territory. Tuition is well-justified by projected earnings.

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

At $29,327 against $38,628/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

A #114 ranking among 389 History programs places Saginaw Valley State University in the middle-to-upper range. Solid, not exceptional.

The limited growth from $38,628 to $45,658 over five years suggests earnings in this field plateau relatively early in one's career.

About Saginaw Valley State University

With 73% of applicants admitted, Saginaw Valley State University prioritizes broad access, with a mid-sized student body of 6,004 in University Center, MI.

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Top Career Paths

Natural sciences managers $161,180/yr

Managers, all other $136,550/yr

History teachers, postsecondary $81,500/yr

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 45/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for History at Saginaw Valley State University?

At 45/100, the financial outlook is modest. Higher-scoring History programs exist, though non-financial factors may justify this choice.

Should I worry about AI if I study History at Saginaw Valley State University?

The 44% 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 →