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Public Health at The University of Texas at San Antonio

San Antonio, TX · Public · Bachelor's Degree

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

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $33,514/yr (-14% vs median)

AI Risk High (48% exposed)

Job Market Very Large (179,000 openings/yr)

ROI 17.0x earnings multiple (6.9x out-of-state)

Ranked #65 of 213 Public Health programs Top 50%

How AI Changes the Outlook

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

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$616K	$610K	$546K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	17.1x	17.0x	15.2x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	7.0x	6.9x	6.2x
Probability of Field Employment	55%	52%	36%
DegreeOutlook Score	53	52	53

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$35,964

Out-of-state: $87,860 (6.9x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$44,936

-25% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$24,000

8.6 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$60,870

82% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

At $33,514/yr, Public Health graduates from The University of Texas at San Antonio land near the $38,916 national average — neither a standout nor a red flag.

With a 17.0x 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 Public Health career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

At $24,000 against $33,514/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

A #65 ranking among 213 Public Health programs places The University of Texas at San Antonio in the middle-to-upper range. Solid, not exceptional.

The $33,514-to-$60,870 earnings arc over five years reflects a 82% gain — well above average career growth for recent graduates.

About The University of Texas at San Antonio

With 88% of applicants admitted, The University of Texas at San Antonio prioritizes broad access, one of the larger campuses at 29,675 students in San Antonio, TX. With 42% of students on Pell Grants, the campus draws from a broad economic spectrum.

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Top Career Paths

Physicists $166,290/yr

Medical and health services managers $117,960/yr

Health specialties teachers, postsecondary $105,620/yr

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 52/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Public Health at The University of Texas at San Antonio?

At 52/100, The University of Texas at San Antonio's Public Health program delivers middling returns. School cost and personal fit become important decision factors.

Should I worry about AI if I study Public Health at The University of Texas at San Antonio?

The 48% 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 →