English at University of California-Irvine
Irvine, CA · Public · Bachelor's Degree · English Language and Literature, General
DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case) — assumes in-state tuition
29
Optimistic
29
Base Case
25
Pessimistic
Earnings
$26,021/yr (-14% vs median)
AI Risk
Very High (61% exposed)
Job Market
Large (73,200 openings/yr)
ROI
9.8x earnings multiple (3.1x out-of-state)
How AI Changes the Outlook
Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to English graduates.
| Optimistic No Disruption |
Base Case Gradual AI |
Pessimistic Aggressive AI |
|
|---|---|---|---|
| 10-Year Earnings | $567K | $557K | $505K |
| Earnings Multiple (In-State) | 10.0x | 9.8x | 8.9x |
| Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State) | 3.1x | 3.1x | 2.8x |
| Probability of Field Employment | 48% | 41% | 29% |
| DegreeOutlook Score | 29 | 29 | 25 |
10-Year Earnings Projection
*Year 1 uses actual reported earnings. Scenarios diverge as AI impact compounds over time.
4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)
$56,948
Out-of-state: $180,056 (3.1x ROI)
Median Debt at Graduation
$16,446
7.6 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$52,508
102% growth from Year 1
About University of California-Irvine
University of California-Irvine admits 26% of applicants, placing it among selective institutions, one of the larger campuses at 29,494 students in Irvine, CA.
See all programs and financial aid at University of California-Irvine →Top Career Paths
English language and literature teachers, postsecondary
$78,270/yr
Secondary school teachers, except special and career/technical education
$64,580/yr
Proofreaders and copy markers
$49,210/yr
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a 29/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for English at University of California-Irvine?
At 29/100, the financial outlook is modest. Higher-scoring English programs exist, though non-financial factors may justify this choice.
Should I worry about AI if I study English at University of California-Irvine?
The 61% 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.
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