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Computer Software and Media Applications at University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point

Stevens Point, WI · Public · Bachelor's Degree

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

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $50,796/yr (10% vs median)

AI Risk Very High (70% exposed)

Job Market Very Large (262,500 openings/yr)

ROI 18.0x earnings multiple (8.9x out-of-state)

Ranked #7 of 55 Computer Software and Media Applications programs Top 25%

How AI Changes the Outlook

Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to Computer Software and Media Applications graduates.

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$657K	$638K	$551K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	18.6x	18.0x	15.6x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	9.2x	8.9x	7.7x
Probability of Field Employment	80%	71%	41%
DegreeOutlook Score	75	73	67

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$35,336

Out-of-state: $71,416 (8.9x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$54,904

-55% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$22,939

5.4 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$66,280

30% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

At $50,796 per year, Computer Software and Media Applications graduates from University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point earn slightly above the $46,351 national median. The premium is real but not dramatic.

Every dollar of in-state tuition returns an estimated 18.0x in decade earnings — an exceptional ratio that places this among the highest-ROI Computer Software and Media Applications programs nationally.

Some AI exposure exists in Computer Software and Media Applications's typical career paths, with 70% of job tasks potentially affected. The pessimistic scenario still projects solid returns, with a 16% gap from the optimistic case.

The median debt load of $22,939 represents less than half a year of starting salary — among the lightest debt-to-income ratios we track.

At #7 of 55 nationally, this is a top-5% Computer Software and Media Applications program. Financial outcomes consistently outperform the vast majority of peers.

Earnings grow from $50,796 to $66,280 over five years — a 30% increase that's moderate and in line with typical career progression.

About University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point

With 90% of applicants admitted, University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point prioritizes broad access, serving 7,104 students in Stevens Point, WI.

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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 is the DegreeOutlook Score for Computer Software and Media Applications at University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point?

This program scores 73/100 — placing it among the stronger programs for Computer Software and Media Applications nationally. The score reflects above-average earnings, manageable AI risk, and solid financial return.

Will AI replace Computer Software and Media Applications careers?

With 70% of typical job tasks exposed to AI, this is one of the higher-risk fields. Our pessimistic scenario projects $550,643 in decade earnings vs $657,459 in the optimistic case — a meaningful gap.

What makes University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point's Computer Software and Media Applications program stand out?

Ranked #7 of 55 programs nationally, University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point lands in the top 25%. The ranking reflects a combination of graduate earnings, return on investment, and job market alignment.

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