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Family & Consumer Sciences at Northwestern State University of Louisiana

Natchitoches, LA · Public · Bachelor's Degree · Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences, General

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

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $38,010/yr (17% vs median)

AI Risk High (41% exposed)

Job Market Large (67,500 openings/yr)

ROI 13.1x earnings multiple (5.9x out-of-state)

Ranked #15 of 42 Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences programs Top 50%

How AI Changes the Outlook

Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to Family & Consumer Sciences graduates.

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$463K	$466K	$443K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	13.1x	13.1x	12.5x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	5.9x	5.9x	5.6x
Probability of Field Employment	52%	47%	38%
DegreeOutlook Score	35	35	35

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$35,456

Out-of-state: $78,608 (5.9x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$55,236

-56% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$27,250

8.6 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$36,268

Small cohort — data may not reflect typical outcomes

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $38,010 at Northwestern State University of Louisiana come in 17% above the national median of $32,408 for Family & Consumer Sciences programs.

With a 13.1x 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 Family & Consumer Sciences career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

At $27,250 against $38,010/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

A #15 ranking among 42 Family & Consumer Sciences programs places Northwestern State University of Louisiana in the middle-to-upper range. Solid, not exceptional.

About Northwestern State University of Louisiana

Northwestern State University of Louisiana accepts 94% of applicants — an open-access institution by design, with a mid-sized student body of 5,840 in Natchitoches, LA.

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Top Career Paths

Family and consumer sciences teachers, postsecondary $77,280/yr

Secondary school teachers, except special and career/technical education $64,580/yr

Farm and home management educators $58,120/yr

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 35/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Family & Consumer Sciences at Northwestern State University of Louisiana?

At 35/100, the financial outlook is modest. Higher-scoring Family & Consumer Sciences programs exist, though non-financial factors may justify this choice.

Should I worry about AI if I study Family & Consumer Sciences at Northwestern State University of Louisiana?

The 41% 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 →