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Health Sciences at University of Missouri-Columbia

Columbia, MO · Public · Bachelor's Degree · Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General

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

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $39,186/yr (7% vs median)

AI Risk High (43% exposed)

Job Market Medium (15,700 openings/yr)

ROI 10.9x earnings multiple (4.5x out-of-state)

Ranked #29 of 156 Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences programs Top 25%

How AI Changes the Outlook

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

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$624K	$618K	$557K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	11.0x	10.9x	9.9x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	4.5x	4.5x	4.1x
Probability of Field Employment	55%	52%	38%
DegreeOutlook Score	44	44	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)

$56,520

Out-of-state: $137,352 (4.5x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$79,556

-41% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$21,500

6.6 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$64,581

65% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

University of Missouri-Columbia's Health Sciences graduates start at $39,186/yr — above the $36,567 national average, though not by a wide margin.

With a 10.9x 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 Health Sciences career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

At $21,500 against $39,186/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

University of Missouri-Columbia ranks #29 among 156 Health Sciences programs, placing it in the top 5% nationally by our financial outcomes measure.

The $39,186-to-$64,581 earnings arc over five years reflects a 65% gain — well above average career growth for recent graduates.

About University of Missouri-Columbia

A 77% acceptance rate means University of Missouri-Columbia is accessible to most applicants, one of the larger campuses at 23,118 students in Columbia, MO.

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Top Career Paths

Health education specialists $63,000/yr

Community health workers $51,030/yr

View all 2 career paths with salary ranges and AI risk →

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Trade programs often mean less time in school, lower student debt, and hands-on career paths that tend to be more resilient to AI disruption.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 44/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Health Sciences at University of Missouri-Columbia?

At 44/100, the financial outlook is modest. Higher-scoring Health Sciences programs exist, though non-financial factors may justify this choice.

Should I worry about AI if I study Health Sciences at University of Missouri-Columbia?

The 43% 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.

Is University of Missouri-Columbia one of the best schools for Health Sciences?

Among 156 Health Sciences programs, University of Missouri-Columbia's #29 position reflects consistently above-average results across earnings, ROI, and employment probability.

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