Biology at Millikin University
Decatur, IL · Bachelor's Degree · about 18 graduates a year
Millikin University graduates in biology earn 13% more than the national median for the same major four years after graduating. Their median federal debt equals about 32% of one year’s pay at that point.
How Millikin 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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| 195 | Pennsylvania State University-World Campus University Park, PA | $64,910 | $66,014 | #165 | $33,417 |
| 196 | Westfield State University Westfield, MA | $64,904 | $57,155 | #459 | $42,776 |
| 197 | University of Maryland-College Park College Park, MD | $64,867 | $56,928 | #470 | $30,325 |
| 198 | Millikin University Decatur, IL | $64,834 | $63,699 | #232 | — |
| 199 | St Catherine University Saint Paul, MN | $64,834 | $61,930 | #277 | $40,937 |
| 200 | University of Scranton Scranton, PA | $64,774 | $65,876 | #167 | $31,251 |
| 201 | Westminster College New Wilmington, PA | $64,772 | $65,874 | #169 | $27,467 |
Other Majors at Millikin University by Graduate Pay
| Major | 4 yrs after | 1 yr after | Rank in major |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | $82,200 | $71,848 | #640 of 966 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $71,489 | $46,431 | #327 of 1176 |
| Marketing | $71,399 | — | #168 of 516 |
| Management Information Systems and Services | $70,837 | — | #133 of 166 |
| Accounting and Related Services | $60,804 | $51,680 | #700 of 796 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | $52,910 | $43,936 | #123 of 345 |
| Social Work | $52,870 | $41,543 | #182 of 420 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | $48,665 | $26,065 | #451 of 610 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | $45,797 | $43,331 | #453 of 680 |
| Communication and Media Studies | $45,444 | $35,413 | #552 of 660 |
| Visual and Performing Arts | $43,858 | $22,815 | #9 of 10 |
| Music | $43,388 | $21,138 | #135 of 268 |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft | $38,666 | $24,013 | #155 of 255 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do Millikin University biology graduates make?
Graduates earn $64,834 four years after graduating. Figures are from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How does Millikin University rank for biology?
Among 841 colleges reporting earnings for biology graduates, Millikin University ranks #198 by median pay four years after graduation, and #232 after adjusting for state wage levels.
Is biology at Millikin University worth it?
Its graduates earn 13% more than the national median for biology ($57,214), and the median federal debt at graduation is $20,631.
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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.