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Political Science and Government at University of Nebraska at Omaha

Omaha, NE · Public · Bachelor's Degree

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

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $33,712/yr (-8% vs median)

AI Risk Very High (50% exposed)

Job Market Very Large (182,300 openings/yr)

ROI 16.9x earnings multiple (6.3x out-of-state)

Ranked #153 of 521 Political Science and Government programs Top 50%

How AI Changes the Outlook

Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to Political Science and Government graduates.

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$575K	$566K	$518K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	17.2x	16.9x	15.5x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	6.4x	6.3x	5.8x
Probability of Field Employment	50%	44%	33%
DegreeOutlook Score	52	52	50

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$33,480

Out-of-state: $89,432 (6.3x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$51,164

-53% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$20,250

7.2 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$57,308

70% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

University of Nebraska at Omaha's Political Science and Government program produces graduates earning $33,712/yr — within striking distance of the $36,684 national average for this field.

With a 16.9x return on in-state tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

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

At $20,250 against $33,712/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

A #153 ranking among 521 Political Science and Government programs places University of Nebraska at Omaha in the middle-to-upper range. Solid, not exceptional.

The $33,712-to-$57,308 earnings arc over five years reflects a 70% gain — well above average career growth for recent graduates.

About University of Nebraska at Omaha

A 87% acceptance rate means University of Nebraska at Omaha is accessible to most applicants, enrolling 11,573 students in Omaha, NE.

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Top Career Paths

Political scientists $139,380/yr

Managers, all other $136,550/yr

Economics teachers, postsecondary $119,980/yr

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 52/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Political Science and Government at University of Nebraska at Omaha?

At 52/100, University of Nebraska at Omaha's Political Science and Government program delivers middling returns. School cost and personal fit become important decision factors.

Should I worry about AI if I study Political Science and Government at University of Nebraska at Omaha?

The 50% 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 →