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Public Health at Murray State University

Murray, KY · Public · Bachelor's Degree

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

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $38,753/yr (-0% vs median)

AI Risk High (48% exposed)

Job Market Very Large (179,000 openings/yr)

ROI 12.0x earnings multiple (6.0x out-of-state)

Ranked #101 of 213 Public Health programs Top 50%

How AI Changes the Outlook

Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to Public Health graduates.

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$466K	$467K	$446K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	12.0x	12.0x	11.5x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	6.0x	6.0x	5.7x
Probability of Field Employment	55%	52%	36%
DegreeOutlook Score	47	46	45

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$38,832

Out-of-state: $77,808 (6.0x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$36,484

6% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$20,699

6.4 months of Year 1 earnings

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $38,753 track close to the $38,916 national median for Public Health programs. This is a middle-of-the-road outcome on salary alone.

With a 12.0x return on in-state tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The 4% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Public Health career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

At $20,699 against $38,753/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

A #101 ranking among 213 Public Health programs places Murray State University in the middle-to-upper range. Solid, not exceptional.

About Murray State University

Murray State University has a 86% acceptance rate, making it broadly accessible, enrolling 6,646 students in Murray, KY.

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Top Career Paths

Physicists $166,290/yr

Medical and health services managers $117,960/yr

Health specialties teachers, postsecondary $105,620/yr

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 46/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Public Health at Murray State University?

At 46/100, the financial outlook is modest. Higher-scoring Public Health programs exist, though non-financial factors may justify this choice.

Should I worry about AI if I study Public Health at Murray State University?

The 48% 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 →