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Missionary Studies at Southeastern University

Lakeland, FL · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's Degree · Missions/Missionary Studies and Missiology

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case)

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $33,096/yr (14% vs median)

AI Risk High (32% exposed)

Job Market Medium (26,900 openings/yr)

ROI 3.5x earnings multiple

Ranked #3 of 8 Missions/Missionary Studies and Missiology programs Top 50%

How AI Changes the Outlook

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

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$434K	$438K	$420K
Earnings Multiple	3.4x	3.5x	3.3x
Probability of Field Employment	52%	48%	41%
DegreeOutlook Score	24	23	28

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition (Sticker)

$126,928

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$120,836

5% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$19,952

7.2 months of Year 1 earnings

Program Analysis

Graduates earn $33,096/yr, edging above the $29,030 national average for Missionary Studies — a modest premium that suggests solid regional demand.

At 3.5x tuition cost in decade earnings, the ROI is moderate. This program pays for itself, but it's not a financial slam-dunk.

The 3% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Missionary Studies career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

At $19,952 against $33,096/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

Missionary Studies is offered at just 8 schools in our analysis. Southeastern University's #3 ranking should be read in that context.

About Southeastern University

Southeastern University has a 74% acceptance rate, making it broadly accessible, a smaller institution with 4,646 students in Lakeland, FL.

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Top Career Paths

Philosophy and religion teachers, postsecondary $78,050/yr

Directors, religious activities and education $54,840/yr

Religious workers, all other $45,120/yr

View all 3 career paths with salary ranges and AI risk →

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Trade programs often mean less time in school, lower student debt, and hands-on career paths that tend to be more resilient to AI disruption.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 23/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Missionary Studies at Southeastern University?

At 23/100, the financial outlook is modest. Higher-scoring Missionary Studies programs exist, though non-financial factors may justify this choice.

Should I worry about AI if I study Missionary Studies at Southeastern University?

The 32% 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 →