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Social Work at University of Mississippi

University, MS · Public · Bachelor's Degree

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

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $31,190/yr (-15% vs median)

AI Risk Moderate (24% exposed)

Job Market Very Large (116,900 openings/yr)

ROI 12.2x earnings multiple (4.3x out-of-state)

Ranked #280 of 338 Social Work programs

How AI Changes the Outlook

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

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$459K	$460K	$446K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	12.2x	12.2x	11.8x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	4.3x	4.3x	4.1x
Probability of Field Employment	70%	69%	58%
DegreeOutlook Score	34	33	49

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$37,648

Out-of-state: $107,920 (4.3x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$52,656

-40% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$19,500

7.5 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$41,925

34% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

University of Mississippi's Social Work program produces graduates earning $31,190/yr — within striking distance of the $36,554 national average for this field.

With a 12.2x 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 Social Work career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

At $19,500 against $31,190/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

A #280 ranking among 338 Social Work programs places University of Mississippi in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

A 34% earnings increase from $31,190 to $41,925 over five years is solid — not a moonshot, but evidence of normal career advancement.

About University of Mississippi

A 98% acceptance rate means University of Mississippi is accessible to most applicants, serving 18,995 students in University, MS.

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Top Career Paths

Social and community service managers $78,240/yr

Social work teachers, postsecondary $76,210/yr

Social workers, all other $69,480/yr

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 33/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Social Work at University of Mississippi?

At 33/100, the financial outlook is modest. Higher-scoring Social Work programs exist, though non-financial factors may justify this choice.

Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research. See full methodology →