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Ethnic & Cultural Minority at Metropolitan State University of Denver

Denver, CO · Public · Bachelor's Degree · Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies

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

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $34,906/yr (8% vs median)

AI Risk Very High (69% exposed)

Job Market Small (8,000 openings/yr)

ROI 10.5x earnings multiple (3.9x out-of-state)

Ranked #47 of 92 Ethnic & Cultural Minority programs

How AI Changes the Outlook

Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to Ethnic & Cultural Minority graduates.

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$447K	$455K	$435K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	10.4x	10.5x	10.1x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	3.8x	3.9x	3.7x
Probability of Field Employment	49%	41%	26%
DegreeOutlook Score	30	30	21

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$43,120

Out-of-state: $118,012 (3.9x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$57,176

-33% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$22,285

7.7 months of Year 1 earnings

Program Analysis

Metropolitan State University of Denver's Ethnic & Cultural Minority graduates start at $34,906/yr — above the $32,228 national average, though not by a wide margin.

With a 10.5x return on in-state tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The 3% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Ethnic & Cultural Minority career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

At $22,285 against $34,906/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

A #47 ranking among 92 Ethnic & Cultural Minority programs places Metropolitan State University of Denver in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

About Metropolitan State University of Denver

A 99% acceptance rate means Metropolitan State University of Denver is accessible to most applicants, serving 14,932 students in Denver, CO.

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Top Career Paths

Area, ethnic, and cultural studies teachers, postsecondary $84,290/yr

Interpreters and translators $59,440/yr

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 30/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Ethnic & Cultural Minority at Metropolitan State University of Denver?

At 30/100, the financial outlook is modest. Higher-scoring Ethnic & Cultural Minority programs exist, though non-financial factors may justify this choice.

Should I worry about AI if I study Ethnic & Cultural Minority at Metropolitan State University of Denver?

The 69% 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 →