Computer Science at University of Wisconsin-Stout
Menomonie, WI · Public · Bachelor's Degree · Computer and Information Sciences, General
DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case) — assumes in-state tuition
81
Optimistic
81
Base Case
74
Pessimistic
Earnings
$55,977/yr (-11% vs median)
AI Risk
Very High (69% exposed)
Job Market
Very Large (338,800 openings/yr)
ROI
19.1x earnings multiple (10.4x out-of-state)
How AI Changes the Outlook
Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to Computer Science graduates.
| Optimistic No Disruption |
Base Case Gradual AI |
Pessimistic Aggressive AI |
|
|---|---|---|---|
| 10-Year Earnings | $801K | $776K | $627K |
| Earnings Multiple (In-State) | 19.7x | 19.1x | 15.5x |
| Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State) | 10.7x | 10.4x | 8.4x |
| Probability of Field Employment | 80% | 74% | 42% |
| DegreeOutlook Score | 81 | 81 | 74 |
10-Year Earnings Projection
*Year 1 uses actual reported earnings. Scenarios diverge as AI impact compounds over time.
4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)
$40,568
Out-of-state: $74,824 (10.4x ROI)
Median Debt at Graduation
$18,500
4.0 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$80,831
44% growth from Year 1
About University of Wisconsin-Stout
University of Wisconsin-Stout has a 85% acceptance rate, making it broadly accessible, with a mid-sized student body of 5,900 in Menomonie, WI.
See all programs and financial aid at University of Wisconsin-Stout →Top Career Paths
Computer and information systems managers
$171,200/yr
Computer and information research scientists
$140,910/yr
Database architects
$135,980/yr
Compare & Explore
Computer Science at Other Schools
Other Majors at University of Wisconsin-Stout
Is a Trade Program a Better Fit?
For students who prefer applied learning, trade programs can deliver strong earnings with significantly less debt and shorter time to employment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the DegreeOutlook Score for Computer Science at University of Wisconsin-Stout?
This program scores 81/100 — placing it among the stronger programs for Computer Science nationally. The score reflects above-average earnings, manageable AI risk, and solid financial return.
Will AI replace Computer Science careers?
With 69% of typical job tasks exposed to AI, this is one of the higher-risk fields. Our pessimistic scenario projects $627,040 in decade earnings vs $800,706 in the optimistic case — a meaningful gap.
Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research.
See full methodology →