Home › University of New Mexico-Main Campus › American Sign Language

American Sign Language at University of New Mexico-Main Campus

Albuquerque, NM · Public · Bachelor's Degree

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

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $33,300/yr (1% vs median)

AI Risk High (44% exposed)

Job Market Large (88,500 openings/yr)

ROI 13.8x earnings multiple (4.2x out-of-state)

Ranked #5 of 19 American Sign Language programs Top 50%

How AI Changes the Outlook

Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to American Sign Language graduates.

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$443K	$448K	$427K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	13.7x	13.8x	13.1x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	4.2x	4.2x	4.0x
Probability of Field Employment	44%	40%	32%
DegreeOutlook Score	37	37	33

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$32,460

Out-of-state: $105,800 (4.2x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$69,912

-115% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$25,000

9.0 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (4 Year)

$31,960

Small cohort — data may not reflect typical outcomes

Program Analysis

University of New Mexico-Main Campus's American Sign Language program produces graduates earning $33,300/yr — within striking distance of the $32,891 national average for this field.

With a 13.8x return on in-state tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The 4% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some American Sign Language career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

At $25,000 against $33,300/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

A #5 ranking among 19 American Sign Language programs places University of New Mexico-Main Campus in the middle-to-upper range. Solid, not exceptional.

About University of New Mexico-Main Campus

A 95% acceptance rate means University of New Mexico-Main Campus is accessible to most applicants, enrolling 16,686 students in Albuquerque, NM.

See all programs and financial aid at University of New Mexico-Main Campus →

Top Career Paths

Postsecondary teachers, all other $78,490/yr

Foreign language and literature teachers, postsecondary $77,010/yr

Secondary school teachers, except special and career/technical education $64,580/yr

View all 4 career paths with salary ranges and AI risk →

Compare & Explore

American Sign Language at Other Schools

Other Majors at University of New Mexico-Main Campus

Consider the Trade Route?

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 37/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for American Sign Language at University of New Mexico-Main Campus?

At 37/100, the financial outlook is modest. Higher-scoring American Sign Language programs exist, though non-financial factors may justify this choice.

Should I worry about AI if I study American Sign Language at University of New Mexico-Main Campus?

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 →