Program Analysis
Oakland University's History graduates start at $36,257/yr — above the $32,281 national average, though not by a wide margin.
At 8.3x the cost of in-state tuition, the ten-year earnings outlook represents a strong return. Not exceptional, but meaningfully positive.
AI risk is moderate — 44% task exposure — and the 6% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook.
The $22,250 debt-to-$36,257 income ratio translates to about 7 months of earnings. Standard loan terms should handle this comfortably.
Ranked #191 out of 389 programs, Oakland University's History offering sits in the upper half but doesn't break into the top tier.
The five-year earnings trajectory from $36,257 to $45,903 shows 27% growth, reflecting steady but unremarkable salary progression.