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History at University of Akron Main Campus

Akron, OH · Public · Bachelor's Degree

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

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $32,577/yr (1% vs median)

AI Risk High (44% exposed)

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

ROI 8.7x earnings multiple (6.4x out-of-state)

Ranked #305 of 389 History programs

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	$439K	$445K	$426K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	8.6x	8.7x	8.3x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	6.4x	6.4x	6.2x
Probability of Field Employment	50%	45%	34%
DegreeOutlook Score	36	35	34

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$51,196

Out-of-state: $68,956 (6.4x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$59,924

-17% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$22,250

8.2 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$37,660

16% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

Graduates earn $32,577/yr, roughly in line with the $32,281 national median for History. The value proposition here depends on cost, not earnings.

A 8.7x earnings multiple over ten years puts this program in solid financial territory. Tuition is well-justified by projected earnings.

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

At $22,250 against $32,577/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

A #305 ranking among 389 History programs places University of Akron Main Campus in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

The limited growth from $32,577 to $37,660 over five years suggests earnings in this field plateau relatively early in one's career.

About University of Akron Main Campus

University of Akron Main Campus accepts 71% of applicants — an open-access institution by design, with a mid-sized student body of 10,011 in Akron, OH.

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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 35/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for History at University of Akron Main Campus?

At 35/100, 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 University of Akron Main Campus?

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 →