Biology at University of Pikeville
Pikeville, KY · Bachelor's Degree · about 30 graduates a year
University of Pikeville graduates in biology earn 24% more than the national median for the same major four years after graduating. Their median federal debt equals about 28% of one year’s pay at that point.
How University of Pikeville 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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| 78 | Saint Johns University Collegeville, MN | $71,560 | $68,355 | #107 | $34,684 |
| 79 | Virginia Military Institute Lexington, VA | $71,547 | $65,150 | #190 | $43,797 |
| 80 | Farmingdale State College Farmingdale, NY | $71,533 | $68,085 | #111 | $34,245 |
| 81 | University of Pikeville Pikeville, KY | $71,225 | $80,648 | #18 | $28,699 |
| 82 | Northwestern University Evanston, IL | $71,181 | $69,935 | #85 | — |
| 83 | University of Connecticut Storrs, CT | $71,160 | $64,067 | #214 | $33,189 |
| 84 | University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus Waterbury, CT | $71,160 | $64,067 | #215 | $33,189 |
Other Majors at University of Pikeville by Graduate Pay
| Major | 4 yrs after | 1 yr after | Rank in major |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | — | $82,878 | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $49,971 | $36,213 | #1088 of 1176 |
| Social Work | $41,979 | — | #404 of 420 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | $41,524 | $27,025 | #641 of 660 |
| Communication and Media Studies | $39,943 | — | #633 of 660 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | $36,199 | $37,784 | #672 of 680 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do University of Pikeville biology graduates make?
Graduates earn a median $28,699 one year after graduating and $71,225 four years after graduating. Figures are from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How does University of Pikeville rank for biology?
Among 841 colleges reporting earnings for biology graduates, University of Pikeville ranks #81 by median pay four years after graduation, and #18 after adjusting for state wage levels.
Is biology at University of Pikeville worth it?
Its graduates earn 24% more than the national median for biology ($57,214), and the median federal debt at graduation is $20,191.
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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.