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Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences at University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff

Pine Bluff, AR · Public · Bachelor's Degree · Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences, General

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

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $28,206/yr (-13% vs median)

AI Risk High (41% exposed)

Job Market Large (67,500 openings/yr)

ROI 12.1x earnings multiple (6.4x out-of-state)

Ranked #36 of 42 Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences programs

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	$429K	$435K	$418K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	11.9x	12.1x	11.6x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	6.3x	6.4x	6.1x
Probability of Field Employment	52%	47%	38%
DegreeOutlook Score	25	25	28

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$36,076

Out-of-state: $68,116 (6.4x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$46,716

-29% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$25,230

10.7 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$35,540

26% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

Graduates earn $28,206/yr, roughly in line with the $32,408 national median for Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences. The value proposition here depends on cost, not earnings.

With a 12.1x 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 Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

At $25,230 against $28,206/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

A #36 ranking among 42 Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences programs places University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

A 26% earnings increase from $28,206 to $35,540 over five years is solid — not a moonshot, but evidence of normal career advancement.

About University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff

A 58% admission rate makes University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff accessible to a wide range of qualified students, with a smaller student body of 1,899 in Pine Bluff, AR. With 67% of students on Pell Grants, the campus draws from a broad economic spectrum.

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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 25/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences at University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff?

At 25/100, 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 University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff?

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 →