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Teacher Education at University of Mississippi

University, MS · Public · Bachelor's Degree · Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas

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

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $39,985/yr (-4% vs median)

AI Risk High (43% exposed)

Job Market Very Large (444,600 openings/yr)

ROI 12.4x earnings multiple (4.3x out-of-state)

Ranked #223 of 348 Teacher Education programs

How AI Changes the Outlook

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

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$466K	$469K	$454K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	12.4x	12.4x	12.0x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	4.3x	4.3x	4.2x
Probability of Field Employment	78%	70%	55%
DegreeOutlook Score	52	51	57

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

$21,250

6.4 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$39,929

Small cohort — data may not reflect typical outcomes

Program Analysis

At $39,985/yr, Teacher Education graduates from University of Mississippi land near the $41,690 national average — neither a standout nor a red flag.

With a 12.4x 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 Teacher Education career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

At $21,250 against $39,985/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

A #223 ranking among 348 Teacher Education programs places University of Mississippi in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

About University of Mississippi

With 98% of applicants admitted, University of Mississippi prioritizes broad access, with a mid-sized student body of 18,995 in University, MS.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 51/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Teacher Education at University of Mississippi?

At 51/100, the score looks reasonable — but Teacher Education 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 Teacher Education at University of Mississippi?

The 43% 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 →