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International Business at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Minneapolis, MN · Public · Bachelor's Degree

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

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $64,978/yr (29% vs median)

AI Risk Very High (51% exposed)

Job Market Very Large (447,200 openings/yr)

ROI 9.2x earnings multiple (4.1x out-of-state)

Ranked #59 of 103 International Business programs

How AI Changes the Outlook

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

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$617K	$604K	$542K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	9.4x	9.2x	8.2x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	4.2x	4.1x	3.7x
Probability of Field Employment	49%	44%	32%
DegreeOutlook Score	62	61	55

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$65,952

Out-of-state: $145,608 (4.1x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$68,556

-4% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$19,600

3.6 months of Year 1 earnings

Program Analysis

At $64,978 per year, International Business graduates from University of Minnesota-Twin Cities significantly outpace the $50,501 national average for this major, reflecting strong employer demand for this program's graduates.

A 9.2x earnings multiple over ten years puts this program in solid financial territory. Tuition is well-justified by projected earnings.

The 12% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some International Business career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

The median debt load of $19,600 represents less than half a year of starting salary — among the lightest debt-to-income ratios we track.

A #59 ranking among 103 International Business programs places University of Minnesota-Twin Cities in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

About University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

With 77% of applicants admitted, University of Minnesota-Twin Cities prioritizes broad access, one of the larger campuses at 30,469 students in Minneapolis, MN.

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Top Career Paths

Chief executives $206,420/yr

General and operations managers $102,950/yr

Business teachers, postsecondary $97,270/yr

View all 4 career paths with salary ranges and AI risk →

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 61/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for International Business at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities?

At 61/100, the score looks reasonable — but International Business is a high-scoring field overall. Compared to peers, this program's earnings and ROI fall below the median.

Should I worry about AI if I study International Business at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities?

The 51% 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 →