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History at University of Southern Maine

Portland, ME · Public · Bachelor's Degree

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

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $36,876/yr (14% vs median)

AI Risk High (44% exposed)

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

ROI 10.9x earnings multiple (4.4x out-of-state)

Ranked #130 of 389 History programs Top 50%

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	$475K	$476K	$451K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	10.9x	10.9x	10.3x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	4.4x	4.4x	4.2x
Probability of Field Employment	50%	45%	34%
DegreeOutlook Score	44	44	42

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$43,680

Out-of-state: $108,416 (4.4x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$46,916

-7% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$22,750

7.4 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$44,213

20% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

University of Southern Maine's History graduates start at $36,876/yr — above the $32,281 national average, though not by a wide margin.

With a 10.9x return on in-state tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The 5% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some History career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

At $22,750 against $36,876/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

A #130 ranking among 389 History programs places University of Southern Maine in the middle-to-upper range. Solid, not exceptional.

The limited growth from $36,876 to $44,213 over five years suggests earnings in this field plateau relatively early in one's career.

About University of Southern Maine

A 79% acceptance rate means University of Southern Maine is accessible to most applicants, a smaller institution with 4,245 students in Portland, ME.

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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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Trade programs often mean less time in school, lower student debt, and hands-on career paths that tend to be more resilient to AI disruption.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 44/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for History at University of Southern Maine?

At 44/100, 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 Southern Maine?

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.

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