Biology at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Minneapolis, MN · Bachelor's Degree · about 332 graduates a year
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities graduates in biology earn 10% more than the national median for the same major four years after graduating. Their median federal debt equals about 31% of one year’s pay at that point.
How University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 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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| 237 | Plymouth State University Plymouth, NH | $63,159 | $58,176 | #420 | $40,088 |
| 238 | Metropolitan State University Saint Paul, MN | $63,149 | $60,321 | #333 | $42,128 |
| 239 | Smith College Northampton, MA | $63,133 | $55,595 | #523 | $32,747 |
| 240 | University of Minnesota-Twin Cities Minneapolis, MN | $63,132 | $60,305 | #334 | $36,136 |
| 241 | University of Southern California Los Angeles, CA | $63,125 | $57,440 | #449 | $20,210 |
| 242 | DePauw University Greencastle, IN | $63,099 | $67,694 | #115 | — |
| 243 | Madonna University Livonia, MI | $63,032 | $66,460 | #143 | $46,127 |
Other Biology Credentials at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
| Credential | 1 yr after | 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Non-Credential Program (Preparatory Coursework/Teacher Certification) | — | $85,032 | — |
Other Majors at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities by Graduate Pay
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do University of Minnesota-Twin Cities biology graduates make?
Graduates earn a median $36,136 one year after graduating and $63,132 four years after graduating. Figures are from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How does University of Minnesota-Twin Cities rank for biology?
Among 841 colleges reporting earnings for biology graduates, University of Minnesota-Twin Cities ranks #240 by median pay four years after graduation, and #334 after adjusting for state wage levels.
Is biology at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities worth it?
Its graduates earn 10% more than the national median for biology ($57,214), and the median federal debt at graduation is $19,882.
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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.