Biology at The University of Olivet
Olivet, MI · Bachelor's Degree · about 23 graduates a year
The University of Olivet graduates in biology earn 26% less than the national median for the same major four years after graduating. Their median federal debt equals about 64% of one year’s pay at that point.
How The University of Olivet 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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| 809 | Otterbein University Westerville, OH | $42,619 | $45,481 | #796 | $24,341 |
| 810 | Johnson C Smith University Charlotte, NC | $42,595 | $45,710 | #794 | $28,675 |
| 811 | Texas A & M University-Kingsville Kingsville, TX | $42,405 | $43,113 | #814 | $27,493 |
| 812 | The University of Olivet Olivet, MI | $42,353 | $44,656 | #805 | $34,415 |
| 813 | St. Francis College Brooklyn, NY | $42,222 | $40,187 | #827 | $22,140 |
| 814 | University of Alaska Fairbanks Fairbanks, AK | $41,862 | $40,090 | #829 | $31,392 |
| 815 | Fort Lewis College Durango, CO | $41,694 | $38,992 | #832 | $26,350 |
Other Majors at The University of Olivet by Graduate Pay
| Major | 4 yrs after | 1 yr after | Rank in major |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $63,380 | $37,035 | #654 of 1176 |
| Insurance | $62,740 | $56,027 | #20 of 21 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | $56,379 | $48,328 | #283 of 660 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | $43,475 | $24,879 | #567 of 610 |
| Psychology | — | $25,656 | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do The University of Olivet biology graduates make?
Graduates earn a median $34,415 one year after graduating and $42,353 four years after graduating. Figures are from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How does The University of Olivet rank for biology?
Among 841 colleges reporting earnings for biology graduates, The University of Olivet ranks #812 by median pay four years after graduation, and #805 after adjusting for state wage levels.
Is biology at The University of Olivet worth it?
Its graduates earn 26% less than the national median for biology ($57,214), and the median federal debt at graduation is $27,000.
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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.