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Accounting and Related Services at University of Sioux Falls

Sioux Falls, SD · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's Degree

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case)

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $49,325/yr (-8% vs median)

AI Risk Very High (62% exposed)

Job Market Very Large (451,900 openings/yr)

ROI 6.5x earnings multiple

Ranked #622 of 714 Accounting and Related Services programs

How AI Changes the Outlook

Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to Accounting and Related Services graduates.

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$548K	$540K	$501K
Earnings Multiple	6.6x	6.5x	6.0x
Probability of Field Employment	76%	65%	45%
DegreeOutlook Score	60	59	56

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition (Sticker)

$82,960

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$83,496

-1% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$19,000

4.6 months of Year 1 earnings

Program Analysis

At $49,325/yr, Accounting and Related Services graduates from University of Sioux Falls land near the $53,724 national average — neither a standout nor a red flag.

A 6.5x earnings multiple over ten years puts this program in solid financial territory. Tuition is well-justified by projected earnings.

The 9% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Accounting and Related Services career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

The median debt load of $19,000 represents less than half a year of starting salary — among the lightest debt-to-income ratios we track.

A #622 ranking among 714 Accounting and Related Services programs places University of Sioux Falls in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

About University of Sioux Falls

With 82% of applicants admitted, University of Sioux Falls prioritizes broad access, a compact campus enrolling 1,258 students in Sioux Falls, SD.

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Top Career Paths

Financial managers $161,700/yr

Financial risk specialists $106,000/yr

Financial and investment analysts $101,350/yr

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 59/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Accounting and Related Services at University of Sioux Falls?

At 59/100, the score looks reasonable — but Accounting and Related Services 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 Accounting and Related Services at University of Sioux Falls?

The 62% 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 →