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History at University of Southern Indiana

Evansville, IN · Public · Bachelor's Degree

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

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $40,692/yr (26% vs median)

AI Risk High (44% exposed)

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

ROI 11.9x earnings multiple (5.4x out-of-state)

Ranked #60 of 389 History programs Top 25%

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	$483K	$484K	$456K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	11.9x	11.9x	11.3x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	5.3x	5.4x	5.1x
Probability of Field Employment	50%	45%	34%
DegreeOutlook Score	50	49	46

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$40,544

Out-of-state: $90,292 (5.4x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$50,484

-25% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$21,013

6.2 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$46,330

14% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $40,692 put University of Southern Indiana's History program 26% above the national median of $32,281 — one of the higher-earning programs in this field.

With a 11.9x 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 History career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

At $21,013 against $40,692/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

University of Southern Indiana ranks #60 among 389 History programs, placing it in the top 5% nationally by our financial outcomes measure.

The limited growth from $40,692 to $46,330 over five years suggests earnings in this field plateau relatively early in one's career.

About University of Southern Indiana

University of Southern Indiana accepts 95% of applicants — an open-access institution by design, enrolling 5,344 students in Evansville, IN.

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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

View all 8 career paths with salary ranges and AI risk →

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 49/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for History at University of Southern Indiana?

At 49/100, the financial outlook is modest. Higher-scoring History programs exist, though non-financial factors may justify this choice.

Should I worry about AI if I study History at University of Southern Indiana?

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.

Is University of Southern Indiana one of the best schools for History?

Among 389 History programs, University of Southern Indiana's #60 position reflects consistently above-average results across earnings, ROI, and employment probability.

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