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Architecture at University of Notre Dame

Notre Dame, IN · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's Degree

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case)

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $62,957/yr (37% vs median)

AI Risk High (46% exposed)

Job Market Medium (23,200 openings/yr)

ROI 2.8x earnings multiple

Ranked #37 of 66 Architecture programs

How AI Changes the Outlook

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

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$728K	$704K	$630K
Earnings Multiple	2.9x	2.8x	2.5x
Probability of Field Employment	74%	66%	50%
DegreeOutlook Score	49	48	47

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition (Sticker)

$250,772

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$111,292

56% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$28,419

5.4 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$78,022

24% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

At $62,957 per year, Architecture graduates from University of Notre Dame significantly outpace the $45,895 national average for this major, reflecting strong employer demand for this program's graduates.

An earnings multiple of 2.8x means the program roughly breaks even in financial terms over ten years. Non-financial factors need to justify the investment.

AI risk is moderate — 46% task exposure — and the 13% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook.

The median debt load of $28,419 represents less than half a year of starting salary — among the lightest debt-to-income ratios we track.

At #37 out of 66 programs, University of Notre Dame's financial outcomes for Architecture trail the majority of peers. The value case depends on other factors.

The five-year earnings trajectory from $62,957 to $78,022 shows 24% growth, reflecting steady but unremarkable salary progression.

About University of Notre Dame

With just 12% of applicants admitted, University of Notre Dame ranks among the nation's most selective schools, serving 8,923 students in Notre Dame, IN. The average net cost of $111,292 over four years represents a 56% discount from published tuition.

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Top Career Paths

Architectural and engineering managers $167,740/yr

Architecture teachers, postsecondary $101,480/yr

Architects, except landscape and naval $96,690/yr

View all 3 career paths with salary ranges and AI risk →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does University of Notre Dame's Architecture program score?

This program scores 48/100 — on the lower end for Architecture. Prospective students should carefully weigh costs against likely earnings.

How vulnerable is Architecture to AI automation?

AI won't 'replace' Architecture careers outright, but it is likely to reduce the number of job openings. We model 46% task exposure, which compresses field employment probability in our scenarios.

How affordable is Architecture at University of Notre Dame after financial aid?

Sticker price is $250,772, but the average net cost is $111,292 — a 56% discount. For students who qualify for aid, this program is considerably more affordable than it appears.

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