Architecture at University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Lincoln, NE · Public · Bachelor's Degree
DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case) — assumes in-state tuition
47
Optimistic
46
Base Case
52
Pessimistic
Earnings
$38,750/yr (-16% vs median)
AI Risk
High (46% exposed)
Job Market
Medium (23,200 openings/yr)
ROI
14.9x earnings multiple (5.4x out-of-state)
How AI Changes the Outlook
Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to Architecture graduates.
| Optimistic No Disruption |
Base Case Gradual AI |
Pessimistic Aggressive AI |
|
|---|---|---|---|
| 10-Year Earnings | $614K | $602K | $553K |
| Earnings Multiple (In-State) | 15.2x | 14.9x | 13.7x |
| Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State) | 5.5x | 5.4x | 5.0x |
| Probability of Field Employment | 74% | 66% | 50% |
| DegreeOutlook Score | 47 | 46 | 52 |
10-Year Earnings Projection
*Year 1 uses actual reported earnings. Scenarios diverge as AI impact compounds over time.
4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)
$40,432
Out-of-state: $110,992 (5.4x ROI)
Median Debt at Graduation
$25,260
7.8 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$59,419
53% growth from Year 1
About University of Nebraska-Lincoln
University of Nebraska-Lincoln has a 77% acceptance rate, making it broadly accessible, serving 18,887 students in Lincoln, NE.
See all programs and financial aid at University of Nebraska-Lincoln →Top Career Paths
Architectural and engineering managers
$167,740/yr
Architecture teachers, postsecondary
$101,480/yr
Architects, except landscape and naval
$96,690/yr
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Frequently Asked Questions
How does University of Nebraska-Lincoln's Architecture program score?
This program scores 46/100 — on the lower end for Architecture. Prospective students should carefully weigh costs against likely earnings.
How vulnerable is Architecture to AI automation?
AI won't 'replace' Architecture careers outright, but it is likely to reduce the number of job openings. We model 46% task exposure, which compresses field employment probability in our scenarios.
Why are Architecture earnings lower at University of Nebraska-Lincoln?
Lower starting pay at University of Nebraska-Lincoln may reflect local labor market conditions rather than program quality. Many graduates see convergence with national averages within 3-5 years.
Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research.
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