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Animal Sciences at University of Vermont

Burlington, VT · Public · Bachelor's Degree

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

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $34,467/yr (2% vs median)

AI Risk High (42% exposed)

Job Market Large (99,000 openings/yr)

ROI 6.3x earnings multiple (2.7x out-of-state)

Ranked #74 of 81 Animal Sciences programs

How AI Changes the Outlook

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

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$472K	$474K	$447K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	6.2x	6.3x	5.9x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	2.7x	2.7x	2.5x
Probability of Field Employment	46%	42%	33%
DegreeOutlook Score	32	31	28

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$75,560

Out-of-state: $175,560 (2.7x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$83,440

-10% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$23,250

8.1 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$42,941

25% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

Graduates earn $34,467/yr, roughly in line with the $33,901 national median for Animal Sciences. The value proposition here depends on cost, not earnings.

A 6.3x earnings multiple over ten years puts this program in solid financial territory. Tuition is well-justified by projected earnings.

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

At $23,250 against $34,467/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

A #74 ranking among 81 Animal Sciences programs places University of Vermont in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

A 25% earnings increase from $34,467 to $42,941 over five years is solid — not a moonshot, but evidence of normal career advancement.

About University of Vermont

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Top Career Paths

Farmers, ranchers, and other agricultural managers $87,980/yr

Agricultural sciences teachers, postsecondary $86,350/yr

Animal scientists $79,120/yr

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 31/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Animal Sciences at University of Vermont?

At 31/100, the financial outlook is modest. Higher-scoring Animal Sciences programs exist, though non-financial factors may justify this choice.

Should I worry about AI if I study Animal Sciences at University of Vermont?

The 42% 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 →