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Health Sciences at Stony Brook University

Stony Brook, NY · Public · Bachelor's Degree · Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General

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

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $34,538/yr (-6% vs median)

AI Risk High (43% exposed)

Job Market Medium (15,700 openings/yr)

ROI 18.0x earnings multiple (6.3x out-of-state)

Ranked #25 of 156 Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences programs Top 25%

How AI Changes the Outlook

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

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$772K	$760K	$662K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	18.3x	18.0x	15.7x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	6.4x	6.3x	5.5x
Probability of Field Employment	55%	52%	38%
DegreeOutlook Score	47	46	49

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$42,240

Out-of-state: $121,400 (6.3x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$73,720

-75% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$19,000

6.6 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$77,240

124% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

At $34,538/yr, Health Sciences graduates from Stony Brook University land near the $36,567 national average — neither a standout nor a red flag.

With a 18.0x return on in-state tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The 14% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Health Sciences career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

At $19,000 against $34,538/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

Stony Brook University ranks #25 among 156 Health Sciences programs, placing it in the top 5% nationally by our financial outcomes measure.

The $34,538-to-$77,240 earnings arc over five years reflects a 124% gain — well above average career growth for recent graduates.

About Stony Brook University

Stony Brook University accepts 49% of applicants, balancing access with selectivity, with a mid-sized student body of 17,420 in Stony Brook, NY.

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Top Career Paths

Health education specialists $63,000/yr

Community health workers $51,030/yr

View all 2 career paths with salary ranges and AI risk →

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 46/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Health Sciences at Stony Brook University?

At 46/100, the financial outlook is modest. Higher-scoring Health Sciences programs exist, though non-financial factors may justify this choice.

Should I worry about AI if I study Health Sciences at Stony Brook University?

The 43% 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.

Is Stony Brook University one of the best schools for Health Sciences?

Among 156 Health Sciences programs, Stony Brook University's #25 position reflects consistently above-average results across earnings, ROI, and employment probability.

Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research. See full methodology →