Biology at University of Massachusetts-Lowell
Lowell, MA · Bachelor's Degree · about 114 graduates a year
University of Massachusetts-Lowell graduates in biology earn 33% more than the national median for the same major four years after graduating. Their median federal debt equals about 30% of one year’s pay at that point.
How University of Massachusetts-Lowell 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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| 37 | University of New Hampshire-Main Campus Durham, NH | $77,076 | $70,995 | #74 | $45,346 |
| 38 | University of New Hampshire at Manchester Manchester, NH | $77,076 | $70,995 | #75 | $45,346 |
| 39 | Tufts University Medford, MA | $76,782 | $67,615 | #117 | $39,016 |
| 40 | University of Massachusetts-Lowell Lowell, MA | $76,149 | $67,057 | #135 | $46,526 |
| 41 | DeSales University Center Valley, PA | $76,125 | $77,420 | #24 | $42,751 |
| 42 | Mount St. Mary's University Emmitsburg, MD | $76,062 | $66,753 | #140 | — |
| 43 | Adelphi University Garden City, NY | $75,921 | $72,261 | #59 | $30,101 |
Other Biology Credentials at University of Massachusetts-Lowell
| Credential | 1 yr after | 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $72,633 | — | — |
Other Majors at University of Massachusetts-Lowell by Graduate Pay
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do University of Massachusetts-Lowell biology graduates make?
Graduates earn a median $46,526 one year after graduating and $76,149 four years after graduating. Figures are from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How does University of Massachusetts-Lowell rank for biology?
Among 841 colleges reporting earnings for biology graduates, University of Massachusetts-Lowell ranks #40 by median pay four years after graduation, and #135 after adjusting for state wage levels.
Is biology at University of Massachusetts-Lowell worth it?
Its graduates earn 33% more than the national median for biology ($57,214), and the median federal debt at graduation is $22,750.
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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.