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Information Science/Studies at University of North Georgia

Dahlonega, GA · Public · Bachelor's Degree

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

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $50,539/yr (-15% vs median)

AI Risk Very High (68% exposed)

Job Market Very Large (221,900 openings/yr)

ROI 27.5x earnings multiple (8.9x out-of-state)

Ranked #82 of 129 Information Science/Studies programs

How AI Changes the Outlook

Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to Information Science/Studies graduates.

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$557K	$551K	$499K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	27.8x	27.5x	24.9x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	9.0x	8.9x	8.1x
Probability of Field Employment	74%	68%	39%
DegreeOutlook Score	68	67	61

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$20,036

Out-of-state: $61,764 (8.9x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$43,140

-115% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$17,500

4.2 months of Year 1 earnings

Program Analysis

Graduates earn $50,539/yr, roughly in line with the $59,433 national median for Information Science/Studies. The value proposition here depends on cost, not earnings.

With a 27.5x return on in-state tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The 10% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Information Science/Studies career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

With first-year pay of $50,539 far exceeding the $17,500 median debt, the payback timeline is measured in months, not years.

A #82 ranking among 129 Information Science/Studies programs places University of North Georgia in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

About University of North Georgia

University of North Georgia accepts 72% of applicants — an open-access institution by design, enrolling 15,542 students in Dahlonega, GA.

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Top Career Paths

Computer and information systems managers $171,200/yr

Computer and information research scientists $140,910/yr

Database architects $135,980/yr

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 67/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Information Science/Studies at University of North Georgia?

At 67/100, the score looks reasonable — but Information Science/Studies is a high-scoring field overall. Compared to peers, this program's earnings and ROI fall below the median.

Should I worry about AI if I study Information Science/Studies at University of North Georgia?

The 68% 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 →