Program Analysis
Graduates earn $38,475/yr, roughly in line with the $38,916 national median for Public Health. The value proposition here depends on cost, not earnings.
The 3.1x return on tuition is positive but not overwhelming. Financial outcomes depend on keeping costs close to in-state rates.
AI risk is moderate — 48% task exposure — and the 13% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook.
The $25,750 debt-to-$38,475 income ratio translates to about 8 months of earnings. Standard loan terms should handle this comfortably.
At #148 out of 213 programs, University of St Thomas's financial outcomes for Public Health trail the majority of peers. The value case depends on other factors.
Earnings growth from $38,475 to $67,515 over five years (75% increase) indicates that graduates in this field see meaningful salary progression.