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History at University of Scranton

Scranton, PA · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's Degree

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case)

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $26,442/yr (-18% vs median)

AI Risk High (44% exposed)

Job Market Very Large (188,200 openings/yr)

ROI 3.2x earnings multiple

Ranked #374 of 389 History programs

How AI Changes the Outlook

Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to History graduates.

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$682K	$663K	$594K
Earnings Multiple	3.3x	3.2x	2.8x
Probability of Field Employment	50%	45%	34%
DegreeOutlook Score	30	29	29

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition (Sticker)

$209,236

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$122,112

42% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$22,375

10.2 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$64,246

143% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

Starting salaries of $26,442/yr fall 18% below the $32,281 national median for History. The financial case depends heavily on whether tuition compensates.

The 3.2x return on tuition is positive but not overwhelming. Financial outcomes depend on keeping costs close to in-state rates.

AI risk is moderate — 44% task exposure — and the 13% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook.

The $22,375 debt-to-$26,442 income ratio translates to about 10 months of earnings. Standard loan terms should handle this comfortably.

At #374 out of 389 programs, University of Scranton's financial outcomes for History trail the majority of peers. The value case depends on other factors.

Earnings growth from $26,442 to $64,246 over five years (143% increase) indicates that graduates in this field see meaningful salary progression.

About University of Scranton

University of Scranton has a 84% acceptance rate, making it broadly accessible, a compact campus enrolling 3,589 students in Scranton, PA. The average net cost of $122,112 over four years represents a 42% discount from published tuition.

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Top Career Paths

Natural sciences managers $161,180/yr

Managers, all other $136,550/yr

History teachers, postsecondary $81,500/yr

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does University of Scranton's History program score?

This program scores 29/100 — on the lower end for History. Prospective students should carefully weigh costs against likely earnings.

How vulnerable is History to AI automation?

AI won't 'replace' History careers outright, but it is likely to reduce the number of job openings. We model 44% task exposure, which compresses field employment probability in our scenarios.

Why are History earnings lower at University of Scranton?

Lower starting pay at University of Scranton 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. See full methodology →