Animal Sciences at Stautzenberger College-Maumee

Maumee, OH · Private for-profit · Certificate

a smaller institution with 520 students in Maumee, OH.

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $20,690 place Stautzenberger College-Maumee below the $28,855 national median for Animal Sciences — worth weighing against tuition and cost of living.

With a 13.0x return on tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The 0% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Animal Sciences career paths face changes, but the trade's physical demands provide a buffer.

At $13,375 against $20,690/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

Animal Sciences is offered at just 9 schools in our analysis. Stautzenberger College-Maumee's #7 ranking should be read in that context.

For students considering alternatives, 4 registered apprenticeship programs align with Animal Sciences careers — offering paid training instead of tuition costs.

33 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
29
Low End
33
Score
35
High End
Earnings $20,690/yr (-28% vs median)
AI-Proof Moderate (58% shielded)
Job Market Large (99,000 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$216K
1.0% annual growth
Earnings Multiple
13.0x
10-year earnings ÷ tuition
Viable Career Paths
6 of 6
Occupations with strong AI resilience

Projected 10-Year Earnings

Based on actual graduate salary data and Bureau of Labor Statistics growth projections.

Program Tuition
$16,699
Median Debt at Graduation
$13,375
7.8 months of Year 1 earnings

Top Career Paths

Top career paths for Animal Sciences graduates by median salary.

Career Path Median Salary Growth AI-ProofAI
Farmers, ranchers, and other agricultural managers $87,980 -1.3% 63%
Agricultural sciences teachers, postsecondary $86,350 +4.1% 50%
Animal scientists $79,120 +5.8% 47%
Farmers, ranchers, and other agricultural managers
$87,980
-1.3% growth 63% AI-proof
Agricultural sciences teachers, postsecondary
$86,350
+4.1% growth 50% AI-proof
Animal scientists
$79,120
+5.8% growth 47% AI-proof

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Animal Sciences Career Guide

From day-one roles to senior positions, Animal Sciences careers span a range of specializations. Read the complete outlook for graduates entering agriculture & natural resources.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 33/100 TradeSchoolOutlook Score mean for Animal Sciences at Stautzenberger College-Maumee?
This program scores 33/100 — on the lower end for Animal Sciences. Prospective students should carefully weigh costs against likely earnings.
What's the AI risk for Animal Sciences graduates from Stautzenberger College-Maumee?
With 42% of typical job tasks exposed to AI, this is one of the higher-risk fields. Our pessimistic scenario projects $216,462 in decade earnings vs $216,462 in the optimistic case — a meaningful gap.
Why are Animal Sciences earnings lower at Stautzenberger College-Maumee?
Starting salary is one data point. If Stautzenberger College-Maumee's tuition is significantly below average, the ROI calculation can still work — lower earnings paired with lower costs can be a reasonable trade.
Can I learn Animal Sciences through an apprenticeship instead of Stautzenberger College-Maumee?
The DOL recognizes 4 apprenticeship pathways related to Animal Sciences. For students weighing Stautzenberger College-Maumee's program cost against alternatives, apprenticeships offer zero-tuition entry with paid employment from day one.
How many job openings are there for Animal Sciences graduates?
At 99,000 annual openings, Animal Sciences has a large employment base. Stautzenberger College-Maumee graduates benefit from broad demand, particularly given consistent replacement demand and industry growth.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →