Biology at Clarkson University
Potsdam, NY · Bachelor's Degree · about 42 graduates a year
Clarkson University graduates in biology earn 36% more than the national median for the same major four years after graduating. Their median federal debt equals about 34% of one year’s pay at that point.
How Clarkson 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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| 31 | Northeastern University Professional Programs Boston, MA | $78,327 | $68,975 | #98 | $45,494 |
| 32 | Misericordia University Dallas, PA | $78,107 | $79,436 | #21 | — |
| 33 | Loyola University Maryland Baltimore, MD | $77,861 | $68,332 | #108 | $34,655 |
| 34 | Clarkson University Potsdam, NY | $77,791 | $74,041 | #45 | $39,807 |
| 35 | Le Moyne College Syracuse, NY | $77,609 | $73,868 | #46 | $30,767 |
| 36 | Georgetown University Washington, DC | $77,132 | $67,588 | #119 | $37,196 |
| 37 | University of New Hampshire-Main Campus Durham, NH | $77,076 | $70,995 | #74 | $45,346 |
Other Majors at Clarkson University by Graduate Pay
| Major | 4 yrs after | 1 yr after | Rank in major |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Engineering | $107,790 | $80,942 | #85 of 189 |
| Computer Science | $103,132 | $79,744 | #148 of 349 |
| Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering | $97,750 | $77,940 | #145 of 258 |
| Chemical Engineering | $93,614 | $75,887 | #104 of 158 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $93,152 | $65,887 | #42 of 1176 |
| Accounting and Related Services | $93,132 | $60,594 | #91 of 796 |
| Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical/Space Engineering | $91,066 | $71,783 | #49 of 59 |
| Mechanical Engineering | $90,286 | $73,168 | #179 of 318 |
| Engineering-Related Fields | $88,793 | $74,407 | #19 of 33 |
| Civil Engineering | $82,387 | $70,136 | #156 of 233 |
| Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering | $77,891 | $67,308 | #35 of 46 |
| Psychology | $73,359 | — | #16 of 1027 |
| Communication and Media Studies | — | $41,745 | — |
| Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations | — | $37,753 | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do Clarkson University biology graduates make?
Graduates earn a median $39,807 one year after graduating and $77,791 four years after graduating. Figures are from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How does Clarkson University rank for biology?
Among 841 colleges reporting earnings for biology graduates, Clarkson University ranks #34 by median pay four years after graduation, and #45 after adjusting for state wage levels.
Is biology at Clarkson University worth it?
Its graduates earn 36% more than the national median for biology ($57,214), and the median federal debt at graduation is $26,240.
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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.