Biology at University of Arkansas-Fort Smith
Fort Smith, AR · Bachelor's Degree · about 40 graduates a year
University of Arkansas-Fort Smith graduates in biology earn 15% less than the national median for the same major four years after graduating. Their median federal debt equals about 40% of one year’s pay at that point.
How University of Arkansas-Fort Smith Compares for Biology
All 841 colleges reporting biology earnings at this degree level, ranked by median pay four years after graduation. “Wage-adjusted” divides pay by the square root of the state’s wage index so colleges in low-wage states aren’t penalized for local pay.
| # | College | 4 yrs after | Wage-adjusted | Adj. rank | 1 yr after |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Carlow University Pittsburgh, PA | $134,677 | $136,968 | #1 | $36,211 |
| 2 | Providence College Providence, RI | $93,757 | $92,341 | #6 | $39,616 |
| 3 | Seton Hall University South Orange, NJ | $93,200 | $81,800 | #17 | $27,759 |
| 4 | College of the Holy Cross Worcester, MA | $92,914 | $81,821 | #16 | $43,276 |
| 5 | University of Detroit Mercy Detroit, MI | $91,888 | $96,885 | #2 | $19,882 |
| 6 | Yeshiva University New York, NY | $90,456 | $86,095 | #9 | $21,104 |
| 7 | Ohio Dominican University Columbus, OH | $90,431 | $96,503 | #3 | $38,548 |
| 8 | Marquette University Milwaukee, WI | $88,921 | $92,527 | #5 | $28,555 |
| 9 | Union College Schenectady, NY | $87,208 | $83,004 | #14 | — |
| 10 | Dartmouth College Hanover, NH | $87,026 | $80,160 | #19 | $36,525 |
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| 718 | Our Lady of the Lake University San Antonio, TX | $48,915 | $49,732 | #727 | $18,452 |
| 719 | Fayetteville State University Fayetteville, NC | $48,881 | $52,456 | #639 | $28,332 |
| 720 | SUNY Buffalo State University Buffalo, NY | $48,735 | $46,386 | #786 | $33,444 |
| 721 | University of Arkansas-Fort Smith Fort Smith, AR | $48,712 | $57,403 | #450 | $26,541 |
| 722 | Harris-Stowe State University Saint Louis, MO | $48,694 | $52,210 | #648 | $31,993 |
| 723 | University of Arkansas at Little Rock Little Rock, AR | $48,606 | $57,278 | #456 | $32,096 |
| 724 | University of West Florida Pensacola, FL | $48,576 | $51,703 | #662 | $28,237 |
Other Majors at University of Arkansas-Fort Smith by Graduate Pay
| Major | 4 yrs after | 1 yr after | Rank in major |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer and Information Sciences | $82,688 | $51,896 | #253 of 459 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | $73,708 | $69,618 | #909 of 966 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | $72,074 | $54,484 | #110 of 253 |
| Chemistry | $66,817 | $22,255 | #101 of 209 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | $65,470 | $58,380 | #49 of 76 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $50,020 | $39,057 | #1087 of 1176 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | $45,378 | $40,525 | #301 of 345 |
| Social Work | $45,275 | $32,532 | #373 of 420 |
| History | $45,097 | $26,445 | #374 of 459 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | $44,197 | $40,565 | #520 of 680 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | $43,509 | $33,460 | #626 of 660 |
| Psychology | $40,519 | $29,853 | #960 of 1027 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | $37,641 | $26,728 | #467 of 476 |
| Communication and Media Studies | $35,760 | $28,951 | #651 of 660 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do University of Arkansas-Fort Smith biology graduates make?
Graduates earn a median $26,541 one year after graduating and $48,712 four years after graduating. Figures are from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How does University of Arkansas-Fort Smith rank for biology?
Among 841 colleges reporting earnings for biology graduates, University of Arkansas-Fort Smith ranks #721 by median pay four years after graduation, and #450 after adjusting for state wage levels.
Is biology at University of Arkansas-Fort Smith worth it?
Its graduates earn 15% less than the national median for biology ($57,214), and the median federal debt at graduation is $19,462.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are medians for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled; programs with few graduates are not reported. Wage adjustment uses Census ACS state median household income.