International Studies at University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Lincoln, NE · Public · Bachelor's Degree · International/Global Studies
DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case) — assumes in-state tuition
40
Optimistic
39
Base Case
44
Pessimistic
Earnings
$36,926/yr (6% vs median)
AI Risk
Moderate (24% exposed)
Job Market
Very Small (2,000 openings/yr)
ROI
13.4x earnings multiple (4.9x out-of-state)
How AI Changes the Outlook
Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to International Studies graduates.
| Optimistic No Disruption |
Base Case Gradual AI |
Pessimistic Aggressive AI |
|
|---|---|---|---|
| 10-Year Earnings | $544K | $542K | $512K |
| Earnings Multiple (In-State) | 13.5x | 13.4x | 12.7x |
| Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State) | 4.9x | 4.9x | 4.6x |
| Probability of Field Employment | 53% | 50% | 45% |
| DegreeOutlook Score | 40 | 39 | 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)
$40,432
Out-of-state: $110,992 (4.9x ROI)
Median Debt at Graduation
$20,500
6.7 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$54,194
47% growth from Year 1
About University of Nebraska-Lincoln
A 77% acceptance rate means University of Nebraska-Lincoln is accessible to most applicants, with a mid-sized student body of 18,887 in Lincoln, NE.
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Political scientists
$139,380/yr
Social sciences teachers, postsecondary, all other
$75,040/yr
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Frequently Asked Questions
How does University of Nebraska-Lincoln's International Studies program score?
This program scores 39/100 — on the lower end for International Studies. Prospective students should carefully weigh costs against likely earnings.
Why does University of Nebraska-Lincoln rank so high for International Studies?
The #20 ranking out of 81 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.
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