Biology at Chicago State University
Chicago, IL · Bachelor's Degree · about 12 graduates a year
Chicago State University graduates in biology earn 18% less than the national median for the same major four years after graduating. Their median federal debt equals about 55% of one year’s pay at that point.
How Chicago State University 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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| 755 | The College of Idaho Caldwell, ID | $47,149 | $50,136 | #719 | $29,460 |
| 756 | Bowling Green State University-Main Campus Bowling Green, OH | $47,131 | $50,296 | #717 | $30,861 |
| 757 | Troy University Troy, AL | $46,934 | $53,274 | #607 | $30,057 |
| 758 | Chicago State University Chicago, IL | $46,898 | $46,077 | #790 | — |
| 759 | St. Mary's University San Antonio, TX | $46,873 | $47,656 | #764 | $20,104 |
| 760 | Florida International University Miami, FL | $46,718 | $49,725 | #728 | $21,529 |
| 761 | William Carey University Hattiesburg, MS | $46,598 | $56,538 | #485 | $19,910 |
Other Majors at Chicago State University by Graduate Pay
| Major | 4 yrs after | 1 yr after | Rank in major |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | $92,024 | $63,869 | #271 of 966 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | $59,296 | — | #42 of 680 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | $57,691 | $35,419 | #225 of 660 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $53,181 | $42,882 | #1020 of 1176 |
| Sociology | $51,485 | $42,687 | #252 of 462 |
| Psychology | $47,168 | $29,967 | #693 of 1027 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | — | $45,762 | — |
| Radio, Television, and Digital Communication | — | $28,643 | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do Chicago State University biology graduates make?
Graduates earn $46,898 four years after graduating. Figures are from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How does Chicago State University rank for biology?
Among 841 colleges reporting earnings for biology graduates, Chicago State University ranks #758 by median pay four years after graduation, and #790 after adjusting for state wage levels.
Is biology at Chicago State University worth it?
Its graduates earn 18% less than the national median for biology ($57,214), and the median federal debt at graduation is $25,708.
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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.