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Business/Commerce, General at Eastern Kentucky University

Richmond, KY · Public · Bachelor's Degree

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

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $41,502/yr (-14% vs median)

AI Risk High (46% exposed)

Job Market Very Large (832,900 openings/yr)

ROI 12.2x earnings multiple (5.9x out-of-state)

Ranked #171 of 242 Business/Commerce, General programs

How AI Changes the Outlook

Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to Business/Commerce, General graduates.

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$493K	$493K	$463K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	12.2x	12.2x	11.4x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	5.9x	5.9x	5.6x
Probability of Field Employment	49%	45%	34%
DegreeOutlook Score	58	58	54

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$40,520

Out-of-state: $83,280 (5.9x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$39,848

2% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$26,500

7.7 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$48,225

16% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

Graduates earn $41,502/yr, roughly in line with the $48,211 national median for Business/Commerce, General. The value proposition here depends on cost, not earnings.

With a 12.2x return on in-state tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The 6% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Business/Commerce, General career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

At $26,500 against $41,502/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

A #171 ranking among 242 Business/Commerce, General programs places Eastern Kentucky University in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

The limited growth from $41,502 to $48,225 over five years suggests earnings in this field plateau relatively early in one's career.

About Eastern Kentucky University

Eastern Kentucky University accepts 78% of applicants — an open-access institution by design, with a mid-sized student body of 11,674 in Richmond, KY.

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Top Career Paths

Chief executives $206,420/yr

Sales managers $138,060/yr

Managers, all other $136,550/yr

View all 16 career paths with salary ranges and AI risk →

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 58/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Business/Commerce, General at Eastern Kentucky University?

At 58/100, the score looks reasonable — but Business/Commerce, General is a high-scoring field overall. Compared to peers, this program's earnings and ROI fall below the median.

Should I worry about AI if I study Business/Commerce, General at Eastern Kentucky University?

The 46% 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.

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