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History at University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth

North Dartmouth, MA · Public · Bachelor's Degree

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

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $30,581/yr (-5% vs median)

AI Risk High (44% exposed)

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

ROI 9.8x earnings multiple (4.7x out-of-state)

Ranked #149 of 389 History programs Top 50%

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	$607K	$596K	$543K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	10.0x	9.8x	8.9x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	4.8x	4.7x	4.3x
Probability of Field Employment	50%	45%	34%
DegreeOutlook Score	44	43	43

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$60,832

Out-of-state: $127,000 (4.7x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$82,420

-35% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$21,250

8.3 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$59,458

94% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

Graduates earn $30,581/yr, roughly in line with the $32,281 national median for History. The value proposition here depends on cost, not earnings.

A 9.8x earnings multiple over ten years puts this program in solid financial territory. Tuition is well-justified by projected earnings.

The 11% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some History career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

At $21,250 against $30,581/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

A #149 ranking among 389 History programs places University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth in the middle-to-upper range. Solid, not exceptional.

The $30,581-to-$59,458 earnings arc over five years reflects a 94% gain — well above average career growth for recent graduates.

About University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth

University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth accepts 92% of applicants — an open-access institution by design, serving 5,289 students in North Dartmouth, MA.

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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

View all 8 career paths with salary ranges and AI risk →

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 43/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for History at University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth?

At 43/100, 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 Massachusetts-Dartmouth?

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 →