Program Analysis
First-year earnings of $33,145 track close to the $31,645 national median for Natural Sciences programs. This is a middle-of-the-road outcome on salary alone.
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 — 24% task exposure — and the 3% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook.
The $27,000 debt-to-$33,145 income ratio translates to about 10 months of earnings. Standard loan terms should handle this comfortably.
At #11 out of 11 programs, Christian Brothers University's financial outcomes for Natural Sciences trail the majority of peers. The value case depends on other factors.
The five-year earnings trajectory from $33,145 to $44,471 shows 34% growth, reflecting steady but unremarkable salary progression.