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Psychology, General at University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff

Pine Bluff, AR · Public · Bachelor's Degree

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

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $27,486/yr (-13% vs median)

AI Risk High (49% exposed)

Job Market Very Large (125,000 openings/yr)

ROI 11.3x earnings multiple (6.0x out-of-state)

Ranked #543 of 926 Psychology, General programs

How AI Changes the Outlook

Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to Psychology, General graduates.

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$401K	$409K	$402K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	11.1x	11.3x	11.2x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	5.9x	6.0x	5.9x
Probability of Field Employment	51%	47%	34%
DegreeOutlook Score	32	32	31

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 (6.0x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$46,716

-29% less than sticker · See by income

Reported Earnings (4 Year)

$39,407

43% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

At $27,486/yr, Psychology, General graduates from University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff land near the $31,705 national average — neither a standout nor a red flag.

With a 11.3x return on in-state tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The -0% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Psychology, General career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

A #543 ranking among 926 Psychology, General programs places University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

About University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff

University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff accepts 58% of applicants, balancing access with selectivity, 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

Managers, all other $136,550/yr

Psychologists, all other $117,580/yr

Industrial-organizational psychologists $109,840/yr

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 32/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Psychology, General at University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff?

At 32/100, the financial outlook is modest. Higher-scoring Psychology, General programs exist, though non-financial factors may justify this choice.

Should I worry about AI if I study Psychology, General at University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff?

The 49% 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 →