Programs combining statistics, computer science, and domain expertise to extract knowledge from data.
How resistant the typical career paths are to automation by AI and robotics, based on O*NET task analysis.
Projected employment growth from the Bureau of Labor Statistics 10-year occupational outlook.
Median salary potential relative to the national median, indicating economic stability.
Number of distinct career paths available to graduates, providing economic optionality.
Ability to leverage AI as a productivity tool rather than being displaced by it.
These are the primary occupations linked to a Data Science degree via the NCES CIP-SOC crosswalk, with O*NET and BLS data for each.
| Occupation | Automation Risk | Job Growth | Median Salary | AI Exposure |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Software Developers SOC 15-1252 | 4.2% | +25% | $132,270 | Medium |
Data Scientists SOC 15-2051 | 6.5% | +35% | $108,020 | Medium |
Statisticians SOC 15-2041 | 22.0% | +30% | $104,110 | Medium |
