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History at University of Oregon

Eugene, OR · Public · Bachelor's Degree

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

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $25,571/yr (-21% vs median)

AI Risk High (44% exposed)

Job Market Very Large (188,200 openings/yr)

ROI 8.6x earnings multiple (3.1x out-of-state)

Ranked #340 of 389 History programs

How AI Changes the Outlook

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

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$543K	$538K	$498K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	8.7x	8.6x	8.0x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	3.1x	3.1x	2.9x
Probability of Field Employment	50%	45%	34%
DegreeOutlook Score	34	33	33

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$62,676

Out-of-state: $173,208 (3.1x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$87,128

-39% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$17,109

8.0 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$49,179

92% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $25,571 place University of Oregon below the $32,281 national median for History — worth weighing against tuition and cost of living.

A 8.6x earnings multiple over ten years puts this program in solid financial territory. Tuition is well-justified by projected earnings.

The 8% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some History career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

At $17,109 against $25,571/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

A #340 ranking among 389 History programs places University of Oregon in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

The $25,571-to-$49,179 earnings arc over five years reflects a 92% gain — well above average career growth for recent graduates.

About University of Oregon

University of Oregon accepts 85% of applicants — an open-access institution by design, with a mid-sized student body of 19,758 in Eugene, OR.

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Top Career Paths

Natural sciences managers $161,180/yr

Managers, all other $136,550/yr

History teachers, postsecondary $81,500/yr

View all 8 career paths with salary ranges and AI risk →

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 33/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for History at University of Oregon?

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

Should I worry about AI if I study History at University of Oregon?

The 44% 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.

Is University of Oregon a good choice for History despite lower starting pay?

Starting salary is one data point. If University of Oregon's tuition is significantly below average, the ROI calculation can still work — lower earnings paired with lower costs can be a reasonable trade.

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