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Nutrition Sciences at University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus

Waterbury, CT · Public · Bachelor's Degree

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

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $27,575/yr (-10% vs median)

AI Risk High (44% exposed)

Job Market Large (58,000 openings/yr)

ROI 8.3x earnings multiple (3.6x out-of-state)

Ranked #32 of 47 Nutrition Sciences programs

How AI Changes the Outlook

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

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$585K	$577K	$528K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	8.4x	8.3x	7.6x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	3.6x	3.6x	3.3x
Probability of Field Employment	52%	47%	36%
DegreeOutlook Score	28	28	29

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$69,848

Out-of-state: $160,520 (3.6x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$35,584

49% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$26,603

11.6 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$54,730

98% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

Graduates earn $27,575/yr, roughly in line with the $30,533 national median for Nutrition Sciences. The value proposition here depends on cost, not earnings.

A 8.3x earnings multiple over ten years puts this program in solid financial territory. Tuition is well-justified by projected earnings.

The 10% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Nutrition Sciences career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

At $26,603 against $27,575/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

A #32 ranking among 47 Nutrition Sciences programs places University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

The $27,575-to-$54,730 earnings arc over five years reflects a 98% gain — well above average career growth for recent graduates.

About University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus

University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus accepts 87% of applicants — an open-access institution by design, a smaller institution with 746 students in Waterbury, CT. 50% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating strong socioeconomic diversity. Financial aid reduces the effective four-year cost to $35,584 — 49% less than the list price.

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Top Career Paths

Natural sciences managers $161,180/yr

Health specialties teachers, postsecondary $105,620/yr

Biological scientists, all other $93,330/yr

View all 9 career paths with salary ranges and AI risk →

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 28/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Nutrition Sciences at University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus?

At 28/100, the financial outlook is modest. Higher-scoring Nutrition Sciences programs exist, though non-financial factors may justify this choice.

Should I worry about AI if I study Nutrition Sciences at University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus?

The 44% 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 →