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English at University of Dayton

Dayton, OH · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's Degree · English Language and Literature, General

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case)

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $30,063/yr (-1% vs median)

AI Risk Very High (61% exposed)

Job Market Large (73,200 openings/yr)

ROI 2.9x earnings multiple

Ranked #428 of 493 English Language and Literature, General programs

How AI Changes the Outlook

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

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$558K	$549K	$500K
Earnings Multiple	2.9x	2.9x	2.6x
Probability of Field Employment	48%	41%	29%
DegreeOutlook Score	22	21	16

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition (Sticker)

$190,400

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$124,944

34% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$24,398

9.7 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$53,748

79% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

University of Dayton's English program produces graduates earning $30,063/yr — within striking distance of the $30,427 national average for this field.

At 2.9x tuition cost, the financial math is tight. Decade earnings don't dramatically exceed what you paid, making school choice and aid packages critical.

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

At $24,398 against $30,063/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

A #428 ranking among 493 English programs places University of Dayton in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

The $30,063-to-$53,748 earnings arc over five years reflects a 79% gain — well above average career growth for recent graduates.

About University of Dayton

University of Dayton's 62% acceptance rate reflects moderate selectivity, with a mid-sized student body of 8,099 in Dayton, OH. After financial aid, the average student pays $124,944 over four years — 34% below sticker price.

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Top Career Paths

English language and literature teachers, postsecondary $78,270/yr

Secondary school teachers, except special and career/technical education $64,580/yr

Proofreaders and copy markers $49,210/yr

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 21/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for English at University of Dayton?

At 21/100, the financial outlook is modest. Higher-scoring English programs exist, though non-financial factors may justify this choice.

Should I worry about AI if I study English at University of Dayton?

The 61% 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 →