Biology at Bucknell University
Lewisburg, PA · Bachelor's Degree · about 75 graduates a year
Bucknell University graduates in biology earn 50% 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 Bucknell 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 |
| 11 | Bucknell University Lewisburg, PA | $85,687 | $87,144 | #8 | $38,765 |
| 12 | Assumption University Worcester, MA | $83,706 | $73,712 | #47 | $42,252 |
| 13 | Boston College Chestnut Hill, MA | $83,614 | $73,631 | #49 | $38,592 |
| 14 | Muhlenberg College Allentown, PA | $83,215 | $84,630 | #10 | $27,005 |
Other Majors at Bucknell University by Graduate Pay
| Major | 4 yrs after | 1 yr after | Rank in major |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Engineering | $156,885 | $90,171 | #11 of 189 |
| Accounting and Related Services | $130,990 | $75,776 | #2 of 796 |
| Computer and Information Sciences | $122,651 | — | #35 of 459 |
| Economics | $108,422 | $70,946 | #51 of 368 |
| Mechanical Engineering | $99,860 | $79,391 | #41 of 318 |
| Chemical Engineering | $99,536 | $80,653 | #55 of 158 |
| Civil Engineering | $95,693 | $80,231 | #19 of 233 |
| Political Science and Government | $94,028 | $53,012 | #11 of 565 |
| International Relations and National Security Studies | $90,393 | $77,312 | #8 of 118 |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics | $76,364 | $51,120 | #12 of 225 |
| Marketing | — | $70,868 | — |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research | $66,963 | $46,698 | #29 of 265 |
| Psychology | $66,206 | $51,645 | #32 of 1027 |
| English Language and Literature | $49,785 | $34,043 | #260 of 576 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do Bucknell University biology graduates make?
Graduates earn a median $38,765 one year after graduating and $85,687 four years after graduating. Figures are from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How does Bucknell University rank for biology?
Among 841 colleges reporting earnings for biology graduates, Bucknell University ranks #11 by median pay four years after graduation, and #8 after adjusting for state wage levels.
Is biology at Bucknell University worth it?
Its graduates earn 50% more than the national median for biology ($57,214), and the median federal debt at graduation is $25,836.
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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.