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Physiology at University of Connecticut-Avery Point

Groton, CT · Public · Bachelor's Degree · Physiology, Pathology and Related Sciences

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

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $39,712/yr (28% vs median)

AI Risk High (45% exposed)

Job Market Large (60,300 openings/yr)

ROI 9.2x earnings multiple (4.0x out-of-state)

Ranked #10 of 62 Physiology, Pathology and Related Sciences programs Top 25%

Program Analysis

The strong performance of UConn Avery Point's Physiology, Pathology, and Related Sciences program reflects its strategic location within Connecticut's vibrant life sciences corridor. You'll find a direct pipeline to opportunities with major pharmaceutical companies like Pfizer, and numerous biotech startups or research institutions across the state. This foundation often leads to advanced degrees, which are key for the high-level research and management roles typical for graduates, from lab work to scientific administration. The intimate campus setting can foster strong faculty mentorship, opening doors to valuable research experiences that distinguish you in competitive graduate school applications or industry roles. Given the evolving landscape with AI, focus on developing strong experimental design, critical thinking, and communication skills; these human-centric competencies will be invaluable as technology reshapes scientific inquiry.

How AI Changes the Outlook

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

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$652K	$643K	$573K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	9.3x	9.2x	8.2x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	4.1x	4.0x	3.6x
Probability of Field Employment	53%	50%	36%
DegreeOutlook Score	47	46	44

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$69,848

Out-of-state: $160,520 (4.0x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$46,016

34% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$22,125

6.7 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$68,655

73% growth from Year 1

About University of Connecticut-Avery Point

A 87% acceptance rate means University of Connecticut-Avery Point is accessible to most applicants, a smaller institution with 464 students in Groton, CT. Financial aid reduces the effective four-year cost to $46,016 — 34% less than the list price.

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Top Career Paths

Natural sciences managers $161,180/yr

Health specialties teachers, postsecondary $105,620/yr

Biochemists and biophysicists $103,650/yr

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does University of Connecticut-Avery Point's Physiology program score?

This program scores 46/100 — on the lower end for Physiology. Prospective students should carefully weigh costs against likely earnings.

How vulnerable is Physiology to AI automation?

AI won't 'replace' Physiology careers outright, but it is likely to reduce the number of job openings. We model 45% task exposure, which compresses field employment probability in our scenarios.

Why does University of Connecticut-Avery Point rank so high for Physiology?

The #10 ranking out of 62 programs is driven by strong financial outcomes — graduates earn well, debt is manageable relative to income, and the job market supports the field.

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