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History at University of Southern Mississippi

Hattiesburg, MS · Public · Bachelor's Degree

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

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $30,684/yr (-5% vs median)

AI Risk High (44% exposed)

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

ROI 11.7x earnings multiple (9.7x out-of-state)

Ranked #291 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	$447K	$452K	$432K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	11.6x	11.7x	11.2x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	9.6x	9.7x	9.3x
Probability of Field Employment	50%	45%	34%
DegreeOutlook Score	36	36	35

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$38,472

Out-of-state: $46,472 (9.7x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$56,896

-48% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$25,411

9.9 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$38,468

25% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

Graduates earn $30,684/yr, roughly in line with the $32,281 national median for History. The value proposition here depends on cost, not earnings.

With a 11.7x return on in-state tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The 3% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some History career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

At $25,411 against $30,684/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

A #291 ranking among 389 History programs places University of Southern Mississippi in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

A 25% earnings increase from $30,684 to $38,468 over five years is solid — not a moonshot, but evidence of normal career advancement.

About University of Southern Mississippi

University of Southern Mississippi accepts 99% of applicants — an open-access institution by design, enrolling 9,899 students in Hattiesburg, MS. 47% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating strong socioeconomic diversity.

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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 36/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for History at University of Southern Mississippi?

At 36/100, 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 Mississippi?

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 →