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Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences at The University of Alabama

Tuscaloosa, AL · Public · Bachelor's Degree · Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences, General

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

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $35,059/yr (8% vs median)

AI Risk High (41% exposed)

Job Market Large (67,500 openings/yr)

ROI 10.6x earnings multiple (3.8x out-of-state)

Ranked #12 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 and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences graduates.

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$508K	$507K	$476K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	10.7x	10.6x	10.0x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	3.8x	3.8x	3.6x
Probability of Field Employment	52%	47%	38%
DegreeOutlook Score	36	36	37

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$47,600

Out-of-state: $132,800 (3.8x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$88,600

-86% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$22,497

7.7 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$48,766

39% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $35,059 at The University of Alabama come in 8% above the national median of $32,408 for Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences programs.

With a 10.6x 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 Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

At $22,497 against $35,059/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

A #12 ranking among 42 Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences programs places The University of Alabama in the middle-to-upper range. Solid, not exceptional.

A 39% earnings increase from $35,059 to $48,766 over five years is solid — not a moonshot, but evidence of normal career advancement.

About The University of Alabama

The University of Alabama accepts 76% of applicants — an open-access institution by design, one of the larger campuses at 32,323 students in Tuscaloosa, AL.

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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 36/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences at The University of Alabama?

At 36/100, the financial outlook is modest. Higher-scoring Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences programs exist, though non-financial factors may justify this choice.

Should I worry about AI if I study Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences at The University of Alabama?

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 →