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Health Sciences at University of Northern Colorado

Greeley, CO · Public · Bachelor's Degree · Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General

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

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $39,099/yr (7% vs median)

AI Risk High (43% exposed)

Job Market Medium (15,700 openings/yr)

ROI 10.2x earnings multiple (4.7x out-of-state)

Ranked #65 of 156 Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences programs Top 50%

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	$488K	$488K	$462K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	10.2x	10.2x	9.6x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	4.7x	4.7x	4.4x
Probability of Field Employment	55%	52%	38%
DegreeOutlook Score	36	35	35

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$48,040

Out-of-state: $104,816 (4.7x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$73,828

-54% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$19,975

6.1 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$46,928

20% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $39,099 at University of Northern Colorado come in 7% above the national median of $36,567 for Health Sciences programs.

With a 10.2x return on in-state tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The 5% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Health Sciences career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

At $19,975 against $39,099/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

A #65 ranking among 156 Health Sciences programs places University of Northern Colorado in the middle-to-upper range. Solid, not exceptional.

A 20% earnings increase from $39,099 to $46,928 over five years is solid — not a moonshot, but evidence of normal career advancement.

About University of Northern Colorado

University of Northern Colorado accepts 86% of applicants — an open-access institution by design, enrolling 5,693 students in Greeley, CO.

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Top Career Paths

Health education specialists $63,000/yr

Community health workers $51,030/yr

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 35/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Health Sciences at University of Northern Colorado?

At 35/100, 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 Northern Colorado?

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.

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